Puerto Vallarta News

Puerto Vallarta News

Cutbacks in Mexico put centers for indigenous, Afro-Mexican women at risk

Centers in Mexico providing vital healthcare and support services to indigenous and Afro-Mexican women are running out of money and could be forced to close due to government spending cuts, organizers say.

The 35 mostly state-funded houses for indigenous and Afro-Mexican women (CAMIs) provide health care during pregnancy, traditional births, advice for victims of violence, translation services and a safe space for marginalized communities.

One CAMI was already forced to close temporarily and others are at risk if funding does not arrive within weeks, said Nelsy Ku Chay, director of a national . . .

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