Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The Zapatista Movement is a social and political movement in Mexico that advocates for the rights of indigenous communities and peasants. It emerged in 1994, demanding land reform, autonomy, and social justice.
Related terms
Chiapas: A state in southern Mexico where the Zapatista Movement originated.
Subcomandante Marcos: The spokesperson and leader of the Zapatista Movement.
EZLN (Zapatista Army of National Liberation): The armed wing of the Zapatista Movement that uses non-violent tactics to promote their cause.