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The Bukele Effect: The Influence of the Salvadoran Security Model on Anti-Human Rights Discourse in Political Parties Across Latin America - Brief intro of project
Title	The Bukele Effect: The Influence of the Salvadoran Security Model on Anti-Human Rights Discourse in Political Parties Across Latin America
Sustainable Development Goals	16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Timely Global Issues	1. International Relations
Sub-topic that describes project	Justice
Summary of your project	This research project examines the rise of anti-human rights discourse in Latin America, focusing on how the security policies and incarceration model implemented by Nayib Bukele's government in El Salvador have been adopted as a reference point by political parties across the region. Through a comparative analysis, the study explores how these parties replicate or adapt Bukele's rhetoric and strategies, often justifying the erosion of human rights in the name of public safety. By analyzing political discourses, legislative reforms, and public opinion, the project aims to understand the regional impact of the so-called "Bukele Effect" and its implications for democracy, rule of law, and human rights in Latin America.

The Bukele Effect: The Influence of the Salvadoran Security Model on Anti-Human Rights Discourse in Political Parties Across Latin America - Alumni or organization want to cooperate with
Specific alumni in mind	Preferences of Spanish speakers with an interest in human rights and politics.
Specific nationality of the alumni in mind	Latin America, Spain
Specific organization(s) / workplace(s) in mind	Human Right organization, Journalism
Specific work position(s) in mind	Researchers and activist

The Bukele Effect: The Influence of the Salvadoran Security Model on Anti-Human Rights Discourse in Political Parties Across Latin America - Details of Cooperation Project
Objective of the Project	Analyze how the security policies and incarceration model implemented under Nayib Bukele's government in El Salvador, have been included in the political discourse of right-wing parties across Latin America. The study focuses on the rise of anti-human rights and anti-democratic narratives, examining how these parties adopt and adapt Bukele's "tough-on-crime" to justify the erosion of human rights and democratic norms in the name of security and strong leadership.
Expected Benefits from the Project	Gives an analysis of how transnational political trends, such as Nayib Bukele's security policies influence regional governance, advancing knowledge in international relations, political science, and human rights studies. The research would identifies mechanisms through which anti-democratic narratives spread, offering actionable insights for policymakers and international organizations working to strengthen democracy and human rights in Latin America. Regionally, the study sheds light on the growing influence of right-wing parties and their impact on democratic institutions, providing a nuanced understanding of the challenges facing the region. Globally, it may contribute to explain how Latin America's political shifts reflect broader international trends.
Anything you would like to inform the potential partner	Human Right Focus

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