Article 123 was once a street for the coexistence and overnight stay of homeless individuals; however, they were gradually displaced, and today it is an almost empty space that speaks to us about social cleansing policies, gentrification, and human rights violations.
In a symbolic act and as a peaceful protest, on August 19, 2022, we intervened in the space to give it new meaning, to listen to the voices of the displaced, and to remember those we lost in that process. Together with homeless individuals, organizations, and collectives, we placed written testimonies and texts resulting from a “clothesline of complaints” about acts of violence suffered in public spaces by homeless inhabitants. These testimonies were collected in San Fernando, Las Conchitas, Metro Revolución, and Article 123.
It is time to listen to the voices of those who are marginalized, to denounce the abuses, and to collectively fight for inclusion, non-discrimination, and dignity.
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The Mexican press reports numerous cases of “social cleansing” of homeless people in recent years. With these words, they refer to practices aimed at removing those who live in public spaces. The methods used range from harassing them to move from one place to another where they won’t “bother,” to forced relocation to state-run shelters, […]
Mi Valedor took part in the Pride edition of the Espacio Fotográfico Bazaar, a cultural and artistic gathering held at Casa Refugio Citlaltépetl. Throughout the weekend, the team shared the space with a wide range of independent artists and visual projects, reinforcing the organization’s presence at events that celebrate diversity, foster inclusion, and strengthen community connections.
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Music, art, and diversity came together on June 5 during a fundraising evening in support of Manos Amigues LGBTQ+ Community Center. The event brought together artists, community organizations, and attendees in a celebration dedicated to strengthening safe spaces and supporting grassroots initiatives that promote inclusion and provide care and support sexual and gender diversity.
