Violence in Mexico, expanding phenomenon (2006-2022)

Abstract

This paper is a journey through some of the violence that has plagued Mexico in recent decades, particularly since the administration of Felipe Calderón Hinojosa (2006-2012), in which the so-called “war against drugs” began. Subsequently, we point out how violence has mainly affected the country's youth, as can be seen with the increase in intentional homicides and forced disappearances that have occurred in the last three six-year terms. Likewise, we point out how the diversification of violence has affected women in a context of structural inequality. Finally, we analyze some of the strategies implemented by the federal government to contain violence in the country.