Lineages of Resistance, from the Mothers and Grandmothers to Mass Feminist Struggles: As a far-right, denialist government threatens to roll back hard-won gains, Argentine feminists and the mothers and grandmothers fighting for justice for the disappeared remain linked in a decades-old friendly bond of struggle

WOMEN'S rights; AUSTERITY; MOTHERS; GRANDMOTHERS; ABORTION laws; FEMINISTS; FEMINISM

This text explores the history and development of feminist movements in Argentina. It highlights the solidarity and mutual support among different groups of women, such as the piqueteras (women involved in protests and blockades) and the Mothers and Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo. The text also discusses the emergence of the Ni Una Menos movement, which aims to combat violence against women, and the fight for the legalization of abortion. It emphasizes the diverse and inclusive nature of these movements, which have brought together feminists, travesti and trans groups, and movements for sexual diversity. The text concludes by acknowledging the ongoing struggle for women's rights in the face of new political challenges. [Extracted from the article]

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