The Group for the Decriminalization of Abortion, the only NGO in El Salvador dedicated to advocating for women's rights regarding pregnancy, has officially announced its legal dissolution. This decision comes amidst what the organization describes as a deepening human rights crisis under the administration of President Nayib Bukele. The group, which has worked for over two decades to facilitate the release of women sentenced for abortion, particularly highlights the incompatibility of their mission with the current governmental climate.

Morena Herrera, the former president of the organization, noted that during Bukele's six and a half years in power, there has been a noted regression in women's rights and a deterioration in the human rights landscape. The organization previously succeeded in liberating 81 women who had been sentenced for abortion-related offenses and had become a vital voice for vulnerable women's rights in the country. Its closure marks a significant setback for advocating for abortion rights in El Salvador, a nation known for its strict anti-abortion laws.

As the organization steps away from its formal legal structure, it confirms that its members will continue to champion women's rights through activism, empathy, and solidarity. The dissolution highlights the broader implications of Bukele's governance on civil liberties in El Salvador, raising concerns about the protection of human rights and the crucial support networks that help uphold them amidst increasing authoritarian tendencies.