Farahnaz Mohammed (Farah) is a nomadic journalist, based wherever there’s an internet connection. She writes on international affairs, health, social justice, travel and culture. She has a particular interest in digital journalism and exploring innovation in media. She’s also always up for competing with you on Xbox. Follow her work on Twitter @FarahColette and at farahmohammed.com.       https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/contributor/farahnaz-mohammed/rss en Crisis and Conflict Tue, 02 May 2017 07:59:53 +0000 Chris Goldenbaum, Farahnaz Mohammed https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/05/02/female-eco-activists-live-in-constant-state-of-fear-in-latin-america https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/05/02/female-eco-activists-live-in-constant-state-of-fear-in-latin-america As they work to protect their communities from resource-hungry corporations, female environmental activists are often subject to threats, assault and even murder. And little is being done to help, they say.