Contemporary Latin American Issues | Guided Reading & Graphic Organizer |

This 10-page interactive group-work reading is based on the historical question: What are the most important economic, political, and social issues facing Latin America in the 21st century?

This activity explores the following issues facing Latin America today:

• Poverty and Inequality
• Corruption
• Drug Trafficking
• Violence and Crime
• Environmental Degradation
• Democracy

These issues are important for governments, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to address these issues in order to promote the well-being and prosperity of the region.

Students read brief descriptions of these issues to answer guided questions, collectively come to a consensus, and engage in a structured intellectual discussion on the issues facing Latin America. Students will be able to understand both the origins and impact of these issues to have a complex understanding of why Latin American issues have a global impact, especially in the United States.

Perfect for a middle or high school Ethnic Studies, Latin American Studies, or similar course that explores Latin American and Hispanic history, politics, and society.