Yendri Omar Velásquez Rodríguez
Yendri Omar Velásquez Rodríguez is a Venezuelan human rights defender and member of Amnesty International Venezuela Chapter. Known for his advocacy work, particularly for LGBTIQ+ rights, Velásquez has faced severe persecution in Venezuela, leading to his exile in Colombia. He was recently attacked in Bogotá, suffering significant injuries, which underscores the dangers that activists endure in their quest for justice and equality.
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Colombia:
Yendri Omar Velásquez Rodríguez was also a victim of the armed attack in Bogotá.
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Venezuela:
Velásquez, a human rights defender and member of Amnesty International Venezuela, was shot eight times.
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