Women from the Wichí community of Misión Chaqueña in Salta province, Argentina, are fighting against businessman Claudio Ferrari, who is clearing the forest on their land. They claim this area is ecologically vital as part of the Gran Chaco, South America's second-largest forest after the Amazon. The women have set up a camp 48 kilometers from the city of Encarnación to resist the deforestation and face constant threats from police. They allege that local authorities and the judiciary are complicit, ignoring their complaints. In response, Ferrari has pressed charges against two community leaders for alleged assault, and police have attempted to detain Marta Herrera multiple times. Despite the pressure, the women continue their resistance, defending the territory and calling for urgent intervention to protect their rights.
