Gelvana Rodrigues da Silva
Gelvana Rodrigues da Silva is a Brazilian woman who became a poignant voice for justice following the tragic collapse of the Fundao dam in Mariana, Brazil, in 2015, which claimed the life of her seven-year-old son, Thiago. In the wake of this environmental disaster, which resulted in significant loss of life and widespread devastation, Gelvana has been an outspoken advocate for accountability, expressing her relief at the ruling that found BHP liable for the dam's failure. Her statements highlight the personal impact of the disaster and the ongoing struggle for justice faced by victims and their families.
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Gelvana Rodrigues da Silva, who lost her seven-year-old son Thiago in the flood, said in a statement: 'Finally, justice has begun to be served, and those responsible have been held accountable for destroying our lives.'
BHP liable for 2015 Brazil dam collapse, UK court rules in mammoth lawsuit
Guyana· 2025-11-14
