Ministry of the Interior cancels 12 NGOs in Nicaragua for “voluntary dissolution”
The Ministry of the Interior canceled 12 NGOs in Nicaragua through an official agreement. Human rights defenders warn about the closure of civic space.
TL;DR
- Nicaragua's Ministry of the Interior canceled the legal status of 12 non-profit organizations.
- The cancellations were justified as 'voluntary dissolution' due to a lack of economic resources.
- Human rights advocates warn this action contributes to the shrinking of civic space in Nicaragua.
- The affected organizations spanned international, religious, medical, and community sectors.
- Critics link these measures to recent political contexts and international sanctions.
- The closure of these organizations leaves beneficiaries of their services more vulnerable.