As Her Daughter’s Femicide Case Stalls in Mexico, One Mother Seeks Justice Elsewhere

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What was the primary reason Soledad Jarquín seeks justice for her daughter's death?

To obtain financial compensation for her loss

To influence public policies on crime

To ensure the case is classified properly as femicide (correct)

To bring attention to gender-based violence

Which of the following is a key characteristic of femicide?

Homicide occurring during a robbery

Murder as a result of domestic violence

Involvement of multiple perpetrators

Murder motivated by gender-based reasons (correct)

In what year did María del Sol Cruz Jarquín's death get classified as femicide?

2022

2020

2019

2021 (correct)

What action did Soledad Jarquín take in response to the lack of investigation into her daughter's case?

She appealed to the United Nations Signup and view all the answers

Which organization accompanied Soledad Jarquín to Geneva?

Consorcio Oaxaca Signup and view all the answers

How many homicides involving women were classified as femicides in 2021 in Mexico?

4,002 Signup and view all the answers

What emotion does Soledad Jarquín express regarding her struggle for justice?

Impotence from the ongoing challenges Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the consequences of not classifying certain killings as femicides?

Reduced accountability for perpetrators Signup and view all the answers

What emotional struggle did Jarquín experience while speaking at the event?

She had to hold back her tears and maintain composure. Signup and view all the answers

What has been identified as a major obstacle to achieving justice for victims of femicide in Mexico?

Lack of due diligence and a gendered perspective in investigations. Signup and view all the answers

What action did Jarquín have to take regarding her journalism career?

She had to gradually leave her career behind. Signup and view all the answers

What did Irene Tello say about the classification of femicide cases in Mexico?

Femicide cases are often misclassified as homicides. Signup and view all the answers

What issue did Arturo Peimbert highlight regarding the attorney general's office in Oaxaca?

It struggled with underpayment and limited resources. Signup and view all the answers

How did Nora Zenteno Juárez perceive the police response to her daughter’s case?

There was significant delay in investigating her daughter's partner. Signup and view all the answers

What sentiment does Jarquín express about women being killed in society?

Everyone in society should advocate for justice collectively. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the trial concerning the theft of Jarquín's daughter's belongings?

The responsible person was found guilty and sentenced to 13 years. Signup and view all the answers

What impact does Jarquín claim the ongoing struggle for justice has on her and other mothers?

Their physical and emotional health continues to fracture. Signup and view all the answers

What did María de la Luz Estrada Mendoza indicate about the situation of femicide justice in Mexico?

Conditions leading to ongoing impunity persist without change. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Award-Winning Journalist Fights for Justice Following Daughter's Femicide

Soledad Jarquín, an award-winning journalist, continues her fight for justice after her daughter, María del Sol Cruz Jarquín was shot and killed in 2018.
The case was only classified as femicide in October 2021, after initially being classified as homicide.
The incident is indicative of the high rate of femicide in Mexico, with 4,002 homicides involving women in 2021, and only a quarter being classified as femicide.
Femicide is defined as the killing of a woman for gender-based reasons.
Jarquin has taken her case to international courts, including the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women and a Feminist Tribunal in Oaxaca.
The challenges in achieving justice for her daughter's femicide highlight the systemic failings in the Mexican justice system and the widespread impunity for femicide.
Even when a trial occurs, it does not necessarily lead to justice regarding the femicide itself.
The lack of resources and gendered perspectives in the investigation of crimes against women contributes to the ongoing problem of impunity.

The Impact of Femicide on Families

Jarquin has had to dedicate herself to seeking justice for her daughter, sacrificing her journalistic career.
Families of femicide victims often face a lack of communication from authorities and have to repeatedly push for investigations.
Many cases go unreported, and many more are misclassified as homicides or culpable homicides, which hinders the investigation and proper prosecution.

The National Response and Challenges

Arturo Peimbert, the former attorney general of Oaxaca, acknowledged the challenges in addressing femicide due to underfunding and limited resources.
Public institutions, such as the National Commission for the Prevention and Eradication of Violence Against Women, acknowledge the outstanding issues that need to be addressed.
The case of Lissette Paulina Gómez Zenteno in Chiapas highlights the persistent issue of impunity and the insufficient investigation of crimes against women.
The lack of justice and the ongoing trauma create a lasting and devastating impact on the families of femicide victims.

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Explore the harrowing case of Soledad Jarquín, an award-winning journalist advocating for justice after her daughter was a victim of femicide. This quiz delves into the systemic issues within the Mexican justice system and the broader context of gender-based violence in Mexico. Understand the implications of femicide and the fight for recognition and justice faced by families in similar situations.