On May 18, 2026, a conference titled 'La situation des droits de l'homme au Sahara occidental occupé' was held at Uniciencia University in Bogota, Colombia. The event brought together human rights experts, academics, and activists to discuss the ongoing human rights situation in the occupied territories of Western Sahara.
Speakers included representatives from the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) and international human rights organizations. They highlighted issues such as restrictions on freedom of expression, arbitrary detentions, and the exploitation of natural resources in the region, which is disputed between Morocco and the Polisario Front.
The conference aimed to raise awareness among Colombian and international audiences about the plight of the Sahrawi people, who have sought self-determination since the end of Spanish colonial rule in 1975. The event was organized by the university's human rights center in collaboration with local NGOs.
