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Argentina· La PlataElsa Pavón, Co-founder of Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo, Passes Away
Elsa Pavón, a co-founder of the human rights group Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo, has died, having been instrumental in the restitution of identities for children during Argentina's dictatorship.
Background
Argentina's last military dictatorship (1976-1983) involved widespread human rights abuses, including the forced disappearance of thousands and the illegal adoption of their children. Organizations like Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo emerged to locate these children and restore their true identities, advocating for justice and accountability.
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Elsa Pavón, Co-founder of Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo, Dies
First report 8h agoLast update 8h agoPavón's work in restoring identities, particularly the case of her granddaughter Paula Logares, is highlighted.
Elsa Pavón, Co-founder of Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo, Dies
First report 8h agoLast update 8h agoElsa Pavón was key in the judicial restitution of identities using genetic studies, exemplified by the case of her granddaughter Paula Logares.
Elsa Pavón, Co-founder of Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo, Passes Away
First report 8h agoLast update 8h agoPavón was a key figure in the judicial restitution of identities, notably recovering her granddaughter Paula Logares through genetic studies.
Elsa Pavón, co-founder of Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo, dies
First report 11h agoLast update 8h agoExpressing sadness and honoring the legacy of Elsa Pavón and her work in recovering identities.
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