Abstract

RUIZ LAGIER, Rocío. Memory policies Intersections between anthropology and human rights. Alteridades [online]. 2022, vol.32, n.64, pp.9-21.  Epub Feb 20, 2023. ISSN 2448-850X.  https://doi.org/10.24275/uam/izt/dcsh/alteridades/2022v32n64/ruizl.

In this article the relationship that has been established between Mexican anthropology and the defense of human rights is addressed, and from there the role that this discipline might have on the search for truth and justice in the country is analyzed. To this end, initially the theoretical discussion over violence is mentioned; after which the need for the construction of a critical research methodology that involves the assembling of reparation scenarios and the assurance of non-repetition is reflected upon. Finally, a proposal that anthropology must contribute to the creation of memory policies that contribute to the construction of a fairer and more democratic social model in Mexico is proposed.

Keywords : memory politics; violence; reparation and justice politics; human rights.