This timeline traces the development of the Activismos feministas en América Latina web archive, a collection created to preserve the digital presence of feminist organizations, networks, and advocacy initiatives across the region. It situates the archive within broader histories of feminist activism, digital communication, and efforts to document social movements in the web era.
The events presented here highlight key moments in the creation of the collection, from the recognition of the vulnerability of digital heritage to the selection and preservation of websites through Archive-It. The timeline also documents research activities, presentations, and public engagement initiatives that have emerged from the archive.
Ultimately, the timeline invites visitors to reflect on what is remembered, what is lost, and why preserving digital traces matters for understanding the histories and futures of feminist activism in Latin America.
Timeline
Table of Events
| Date | Event | Created by |
|---|---|---|
| June, 2022 | Creation of the Activismos feministas en América Latina CollectionHuellas Incómodas was created as a community-based digital humanities project dedicated to preserving collective memory and documenting traces of social movements in Latin America. The initiative invited activists to contribute their own photographs, descriptions, locations, and preferred Creative Commons licenses, creating a participatory archive that preserves feminist interventions while ensuring that communities remain active stewards of their own digital heritage. |
Rosario Rogel-Salazar |
| Between December 2019 and November 2020 | Community Contributions and Open LicensingAs the project evolved, Huellas Incómodas expanded beyond its initial work in Toluca, Mexico, to incorporate new collaborations and case studies in Cuenca, Ecuador. This growth strengthened the project’s regional perspective and brought together researchers, students, activists, and community partners committed to documenting social movements and preserving collective memory. The collaborative nature of the initiative became one of its defining characteristics, fostering knowledge exchange across institutions, countries, and communities. |
Rosario Rogel-Salazar |