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Putting Nonviolence into Practice in the Field

Out in the field, in the woods:“Mapuche”means “people of the land.” Here in Chile, I experience this firsthand.To remain human in our actions, against the helplessness that war seeks to instill in people.I have always tried to act in accordance with my beliefs, supporting and highlighting the strength and victories of active nonviolence in conflict resolution.I have repeatedly witnessed the transformative power of actions that are rich in humanity, even when they are difficult, unexpected, or risky. Through my actions, including with the Global Sumud Flotilla, I have experienced the importance of the issue of political prisoners, which here in Chile is a reality we work with.The proliferation of international wars compels me to act in stark contrast to the sense of powerlessness that warmongers foster for their own economic interests.I see similarities between the violent oppression that “democratic” governments inflict on their populations, and I see connections between the struggles of the Mapuche people and the Palestinian people.These take different forms, but all are marked by distortions in mainstream media that alienate people from one another (and create enemies) and justify violence.Through Operazione Colomba (the Nonviolent Peace Corps of the Pope John XXIII Community), here in Chile, I can stand alongside those who are fighting and highlight the various roles in protecting human rights. The presence of international witnesses often helps to give more strength to oppressed communities.The Operazione Colomba team on the ground is not large, but it strives to be as present as possible: we visit communities demanding their rights, attend trials of political prisoners, participate as international observers at demonstrations, and write to raise awareness about what is happening in Wallmapu.All of this, however, requires human and financial resources.That is why I am asking you to support this year’s campaign, each in your own way, with whatever you can.Chaltu may – Thank you.

Putting Nonviolence into Practice in the Field

Fundraising by Marco Baino

Out in the field, in the woods:“Mapuche”means “people of the land.”

Here in Chile, I experience this firsthand.

To remain human in our actions, against the helplessness that war seeks to instill in people.

I have always tried to act in accordance with my beliefs, supporting and highlighting the strength and victories of active nonviolence in conflict resolution.

I have repeatedly witnessed the transformative power of actions that are rich in humanity, even when they are difficult, unexpected, or risky.

Through my actions, including with the Global Sumud Flotilla, I have experienced the importance of the issue of political prisoners, which here in Chile is a reality we work with.

The proliferation of international wars compels me to act in stark contrast to the sense of powerlessness that warmongers foster for their own economic interests.

I see similarities between the violent oppression that “democratic” governments inflict on their populations, and I see connections between the struggles of the Mapuche people and the Palestinian people.

These take different forms, but all are marked by distortions in mainstream media that alienate people from one another (and create enemies) and justify violence.


Through Operazione Colomba (the Nonviolent Peace Corps of the Pope John XXIII Community), here in Chile, I can stand alongside those who are fighting and highlight the various roles in protecting human rights.

The presence of international witnesses often helps to give more strength to oppressed communities.

The Operazione Colomba team on the ground is not large, but it strives to be as present as possible: we visit communities demanding their rights, attend trials of political prisoners, participate as international observers at demonstrations, and write to raise awareness about what is happening in Wallmapu.


All of this, however, requires human and financial resources.

That is why I am asking you to support this year’s campaign, each in your own way, with whatever you can.


Chaltu may – Thank you.

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The fundraiser supports the project: In Chile alongside the Mapuche people - 2026
Total project goal: 15.000 €

The Mapuche, an indigenous people in Chile, have been persecuted and ignored for years: the State does not recognise their existence or protect their identity. Deprived of their land of origin, they are forced to fight to get it back and are therefore victims of strong repression. The Community, with volunteers, supports them in this path of claim in a peaceful and non-violent way. Support them too.

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