CIVICUS discusses the wave of Gen Z-led protests in Peru with young Peruvian activist Wildalr Lozano.
Unpopular changes to the pension system in September triggered a mass mobilisation that quickly turned into a movement against corruption, insecurity and institutional crisis. Organised mainly through social media and without formal leaders, the protests brought together young people and workers from a range of fields around a common demand for structural change. Police repression intensified public outrage and contributed to President Dina Boluarte’s removal on 10 October. Following violent clashes, the government has declared a state of emergency in the capital, Lima.
