Masaya LlavanerasBlanco
@masayalb.bsky.social
Assistant Professor. Researches borders, human mobilities and social reproduction. Parent and southern feminist. Home is #Canada & #Venezuela #Borders #Haiti #DR #Care #DAWNfeminist Also, #cats 🐱 mllavaneras.com
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Embodying the Cost of a Predatory State: Depletion via Social Reproduction in Venezuela’s Crisis (2013–2021)
Abstract. This article brings together the literatures of predation and depletion via social reproduction (DSR) to provide an explanation of the Venezuelan
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📣Publication Alert! #OpenAccess
"Embodying the Cost of a Predatory State: Depletion via Social Reproduction in Venezuela’s Crisis (2013–2021)" just came out! Here is a short summary ⬇️
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"Embodying the Cost of a Predatory State: Depletion via Social Reproduction in Venezuela’s Crisis (2013–2021)" just came out! Here is a short summary ⬇️
academic.oup.com/sp/advance-a...
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Terrified Conservatives Lose Ability To Speak English After Exposure To Bad Bunny Performance https://theonion.com/terrified-conservatives-lose-ability-to-speak-english-after-exposure-to-bad-bunny-performance-dios-mio-cry-millions-of-panicking-republicans/
February 9, 2026 at 1:35 AM
Terrified Conservatives Lose Ability To Speak English After Exposure To Bad Bunny Performance https://theonion.com/terrified-conservatives-lose-ability-to-speak-english-after-exposure-to-bad-bunny-performance-dios-mio-cry-millions-of-panicking-republicans/
Les comparto un reportaje de @rcienespanol.bsky.social sobre los costos físicos y sociales de la crisis venezolana desde una mirada feminista, basados en una entrevista que tuvimos en enero y la reciente publicación de “Embodying Predation” con @antuliorosales.bsky.social
(link debajo)
#Venezuela
(link debajo)
#Venezuela
"A medida que el Estado se va retirando de la provisión de servicios de salud, de infraestructura o de energía... por la división sexual del trabajo son las mujeres y las niñas las que sustituyen esas responsabilidades." - Masaya Llavaneras investigadora de Huron University College, en Ontario.
[Reportaje] La crisis venezolana vista desde el cuerpo femenino y la vida cotidiana | RCI
Un estudio canadiense advierte que el declive democrático en Venezuela afecta especialmente a mujeres y niñas
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February 5, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Les comparto un reportaje de @rcienespanol.bsky.social sobre los costos físicos y sociales de la crisis venezolana desde una mirada feminista, basados en una entrevista que tuvimos en enero y la reciente publicación de “Embodying Predation” con @antuliorosales.bsky.social
(link debajo)
#Venezuela
(link debajo)
#Venezuela
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Celebrating our 2025 DAWN Rising Fellow, Nour Bader, and her project 'Women Lacking Femininity', advancing feminist knowledge on gender, health, and resistance.
✨ Applications for the 2026 DAWN Rising Fellowship are open for projects in Palestine, Sudan, or DRC. Apply by March 1: dawnfeminist.org/
✨ Applications for the 2026 DAWN Rising Fellowship are open for projects in Palestine, Sudan, or DRC. Apply by March 1: dawnfeminist.org/
February 4, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Celebrating our 2025 DAWN Rising Fellow, Nour Bader, and her project 'Women Lacking Femininity', advancing feminist knowledge on gender, health, and resistance.
✨ Applications for the 2026 DAWN Rising Fellowship are open for projects in Palestine, Sudan, or DRC. Apply by March 1: dawnfeminist.org/
✨ Applications for the 2026 DAWN Rising Fellowship are open for projects in Palestine, Sudan, or DRC. Apply by March 1: dawnfeminist.org/
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A un mes de los eventos del 3 de enero en Venezuela, @masayalb.bsky.social analiza la crisis desde sus impactos materiales: el retiro del Estado, la expoliación del trabajo de cuidados y el desgaste sistemático de los cuerpos de mujeres y niñas.
🔗 Lee el reportaje completo aquí:
bit.ly/4qYPvxj
🔗 Lee el reportaje completo aquí:
bit.ly/4qYPvxj
[Reportaje] La crisis venezolana vista desde el cuerpo femenino y la vida cotidiana | RCI
Un estudio canadiense advierte que el declive democrático en Venezuela afecta especialmente a mujeres y niñas
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February 3, 2026 at 10:28 PM
A un mes de los eventos del 3 de enero en Venezuela, @masayalb.bsky.social analiza la crisis desde sus impactos materiales: el retiro del Estado, la expoliación del trabajo de cuidados y el desgaste sistemático de los cuerpos de mujeres y niñas.
🔗 Lee el reportaje completo aquí:
bit.ly/4qYPvxj
🔗 Lee el reportaje completo aquí:
bit.ly/4qYPvxj
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A new edition of DAWN Informs is here! Dive into global South feminist viewpoints on macroeconomics.
📰 "Reimagining Macroeconomics: A Feminist Perspective from the South" features six studies from the Global South that challenge traditional economic thinking through a feminist lens.
📰 "Reimagining Macroeconomics: A Feminist Perspective from the South" features six studies from the Global South that challenge traditional economic thinking through a feminist lens.
January 30, 2026 at 7:05 PM
A new edition of DAWN Informs is here! Dive into global South feminist viewpoints on macroeconomics.
📰 "Reimagining Macroeconomics: A Feminist Perspective from the South" features six studies from the Global South that challenge traditional economic thinking through a feminist lens.
📰 "Reimagining Macroeconomics: A Feminist Perspective from the South" features six studies from the Global South that challenge traditional economic thinking through a feminist lens.
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Your conversation also reminded me of this book - introducing me to American efforts to create sitter unions in the 40s and 50s (thanks to @michaelhobbes.bsky.social on You’re Wrong About)
www.ejumpcut.org/archive/jc53...
www.ejumpcut.org/archive/jc53...
"Babysitter: An American History" review by Kirsten Pike
www.ejumpcut.org
January 30, 2026 at 1:18 PM
Your conversation also reminded me of this book - introducing me to American efforts to create sitter unions in the 40s and 50s (thanks to @michaelhobbes.bsky.social on You’re Wrong About)
www.ejumpcut.org/archive/jc53...
www.ejumpcut.org/archive/jc53...
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Earlier this week I talked with Holding it Together author @jessicacalarco.com
One thing we talked about was how the attack on social services in the US is also a war on labor unions.
One thing we talked about was how the attack on social services in the US is also a war on labor unions.
January 30, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Earlier this week I talked with Holding it Together author @jessicacalarco.com
One thing we talked about was how the attack on social services in the US is also a war on labor unions.
One thing we talked about was how the attack on social services in the US is also a war on labor unions.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:20 AM
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Second Draft of the Hydrocarbons Reform: The Largest Tax Cut in Decades
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Second Draft of the Hydrocarbons Reform: The Largest Tax Cut in Decades - Guacamaya
The National Assembly is in the process of discussing a second draft of the Hydrocarbons Law Reform, which includes fundamental changes.
guacamayave.com
January 29, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Second Draft of the Hydrocarbons Reform: The Largest Tax Cut in Decades
guacamayave.com/en/second-dr...
guacamayave.com/en/second-dr...
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Because some Canadians seem unaware, important info about ICE:
They have 5 field offices in Canada (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal).
ICE have authority under 2016 Preclearance Act to detain people on Canadian soil in "preclearance areas" (e.g. airports & train stations).
#cdnpoli
They have 5 field offices in Canada (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal).
ICE have authority under 2016 Preclearance Act to detain people on Canadian soil in "preclearance areas" (e.g. airports & train stations).
#cdnpoli
They're already in Canada. They have 5 field offices across the country.
All 5 should be closed.
All 5 should be closed.
January 29, 2026 at 1:55 AM
Because some Canadians seem unaware, important info about ICE:
They have 5 field offices in Canada (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal).
ICE have authority under 2016 Preclearance Act to detain people on Canadian soil in "preclearance areas" (e.g. airports & train stations).
#cdnpoli
They have 5 field offices in Canada (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal).
ICE have authority under 2016 Preclearance Act to detain people on Canadian soil in "preclearance areas" (e.g. airports & train stations).
#cdnpoli
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It’s been 39 days since the Epstein files were supposed to be released.
January 27, 2026 at 9:49 PM
It’s been 39 days since the Epstein files were supposed to be released.
Polycrisis is shaping the global political economy. Take a look at @antuliorosales.bsky.social ‘s analysis of how this is reflected by the uptake and expansion of #cryptocurrency in #Argentina
Over 11 MM ppl use cryptocurrencies in #Argentina, (over 20% of the population!)
I explain the success of the crypto in Argentina, paying close attention to its intertwining with crisis.
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Curls, caves, and shadows: how cryptocurrencies thrive in (poly)crisis
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
I explain the success of the crypto in Argentina, paying close attention to its intertwining with crisis.
🧵
Curls, caves, and shadows: how cryptocurrencies thrive in (poly)crisis
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Curls, caves, and shadows: how cryptocurrencies thrive in (poly)crisis
Bitcoin, the most important and well-known cryptocurrency, was born out of the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) of 2008–9. In a context of institutional mistrust, cryptocurrencies emerged as part of a...
www.tandfonline.com
January 24, 2026 at 5:22 PM
Polycrisis is shaping the global political economy. Take a look at @antuliorosales.bsky.social ‘s analysis of how this is reflected by the uptake and expansion of #cryptocurrency in #Argentina
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🔎 Who can apply?
📌 What projects will be supported?
💰 What are the benefits?
📅 How to apply?
Swipe through to get all the details and send in your proposal by March 1, 2026!
📌 What projects will be supported?
💰 What are the benefits?
📅 How to apply?
Swipe through to get all the details and send in your proposal by March 1, 2026!
January 23, 2026 at 6:04 PM
🔎 Who can apply?
📌 What projects will be supported?
💰 What are the benefits?
📅 How to apply?
Swipe through to get all the details and send in your proposal by March 1, 2026!
📌 What projects will be supported?
💰 What are the benefits?
📅 How to apply?
Swipe through to get all the details and send in your proposal by March 1, 2026!
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Are you a young feminist from the Global South working on gender-based violence and conflict in Palestine, Sudan or the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The DAWN Rising Fellowship is your opportunity to develop an innovative project and amplify your voice in the fight for gender justice! 🌍 ✊
The DAWN Rising Fellowship is your opportunity to develop an innovative project and amplify your voice in the fight for gender justice! 🌍 ✊
January 23, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Are you a young feminist from the Global South working on gender-based violence and conflict in Palestine, Sudan or the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The DAWN Rising Fellowship is your opportunity to develop an innovative project and amplify your voice in the fight for gender justice! 🌍 ✊
The DAWN Rising Fellowship is your opportunity to develop an innovative project and amplify your voice in the fight for gender justice! 🌍 ✊
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🔗 Apply now: www.dawnfeminist.org
#DAWNRisingFellowship #YoungFeminists #GenderJustice #GlobalSouth #GenderBasedViolence #ApplyNow
#DAWNRisingFellowship #YoungFeminists #GenderJustice #GlobalSouth #GenderBasedViolence #ApplyNow
January 23, 2026 at 6:09 PM
“Mr. Lunas Campos is one of three people who were in custody at Camp East Montana and have died since the facility opened in August on the Fort Bliss military base in El Paso”
Cuban Detainee in El Paso ICE Facility Died by Homicide, Autopsy Shows www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/u...
Cuban Detainee in El Paso ICE Facility Died by Homicide, Autopsy Shows www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/u...
Cuban Detainee in El Paso ICE Facility Died by Homicide, Autopsy Shows
www.nytimes.com
January 22, 2026 at 1:12 PM
“Mr. Lunas Campos is one of three people who were in custody at Camp East Montana and have died since the facility opened in August on the Fort Bliss military base in El Paso”
Cuban Detainee in El Paso ICE Facility Died by Homicide, Autopsy Shows www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/u...
Cuban Detainee in El Paso ICE Facility Died by Homicide, Autopsy Shows www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/u...
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This photo will be everywhere for the next week. Pls credit prominently.
Richard Tsong-Taatarii/Minnesota Star Tribune
Every journalist covering ICE risks their lives.
Tsong-Taatarii has been an NPPA Photographer of the Year, rec'd a World Press Photo award, and was on a team that won a Pulitzer.
Richard Tsong-Taatarii/Minnesota Star Tribune
Every journalist covering ICE risks their lives.
Tsong-Taatarii has been an NPPA Photographer of the Year, rec'd a World Press Photo award, and was on a team that won a Pulitzer.
Minneapolis, today.
Note how three agents holding the civilian down.
Why spray?
www.startribune.com/ice-raids-mi...
Note how three agents holding the civilian down.
Why spray?
www.startribune.com/ice-raids-mi...
January 21, 2026 at 9:35 PM
This photo will be everywhere for the next week. Pls credit prominently.
Richard Tsong-Taatarii/Minnesota Star Tribune
Every journalist covering ICE risks their lives.
Tsong-Taatarii has been an NPPA Photographer of the Year, rec'd a World Press Photo award, and was on a team that won a Pulitzer.
Richard Tsong-Taatarii/Minnesota Star Tribune
Every journalist covering ICE risks their lives.
Tsong-Taatarii has been an NPPA Photographer of the Year, rec'd a World Press Photo award, and was on a team that won a Pulitzer.
Reposted by Masaya LlavanerasBlanco
Decálogo de exigencias prioritarias para encauzar una transición democrática genuina en Venezuela www.wola.org/es/2026/01/d...
Decálogo de exigencias prioritarias para encauzar una transición democrática genuina en Venezuela - WOLA
Decálogo de exigencias para encauzar la transición democrática en Venezuela. Análisis de las prioridades fundamentales para la democratización.
www.wola.org
January 21, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Decálogo de exigencias prioritarias para encauzar una transición democrática genuina en Venezuela www.wola.org/es/2026/01/d...
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Then as now, big stick diplomacy will lead to costly cycles of intervention and retrenchment. foreignpolicy.com/2026/01/19/u...
The ‘Donroe Doctrine’ Is a Roosevelt Redux
Then as now, big stick diplomacy will lead to costly cycles of intervention and retrenchment.
foreignpolicy.com
January 19, 2026 at 6:52 PM
Then as now, big stick diplomacy will lead to costly cycles of intervention and retrenchment. foreignpolicy.com/2026/01/19/u...
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Fantastic to see the FT engaging with Eric Helleiner’s research
www.ft.com/content/cd68...
www.ft.com/content/cd68...
The dangerous triumph of neo-mercantilism
Liberal trade policies are giving way to frictions that could lead to outright conflict
www.ft.com
January 19, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Fantastic to see the FT engaging with Eric Helleiner’s research
www.ft.com/content/cd68...
www.ft.com/content/cd68...
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We’re excited to announce the #DAWNRisingFellowship for Young Women Feminists from the Global South! 🌍
The 2nd round focuses on the Political Economy of Gender-Based Violence and Conflict. Applications open today, January 19th. Stay tuned for details!
#Fellowship #FundingOpportunities
The 2nd round focuses on the Political Economy of Gender-Based Violence and Conflict. Applications open today, January 19th. Stay tuned for details!
#Fellowship #FundingOpportunities
January 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We’re excited to announce the #DAWNRisingFellowship for Young Women Feminists from the Global South! 🌍
The 2nd round focuses on the Political Economy of Gender-Based Violence and Conflict. Applications open today, January 19th. Stay tuned for details!
#Fellowship #FundingOpportunities
The 2nd round focuses on the Political Economy of Gender-Based Violence and Conflict. Applications open today, January 19th. Stay tuned for details!
#Fellowship #FundingOpportunities
🎯 Many are beginning to learn about #Venezuela after Trump's infamous attacks last January 3rd. @antuliorosales.bsky.social prepared a thread with relevant books to read when trying to make sense of the situation we are in.
Dig in!
Dig in!
I wanted to make a thread about the useful analyses coming out about the situation in Venezuela, but there is a lot, and everyday new things come out.
It may be more useful to share some of the existing analysis of how we got here. Books in no particular order and on various themes/issues...
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It may be more useful to share some of the existing analysis of how we got here. Books in no particular order and on various themes/issues...
🧵
January 17, 2026 at 10:53 PM
🎯 Many are beginning to learn about #Venezuela after Trump's infamous attacks last January 3rd. @antuliorosales.bsky.social prepared a thread with relevant books to read when trying to make sense of the situation we are in.
Dig in!
Dig in!
"El que lo mira desde afuera casi no nota lo complicado que es todo. La gente procura minimizar la dificultad para creer que está viviendo la vida casi como en cualquier parte. Y, claro, para no angustiar a los familiares que están afuera."
www.elmundo.es/internaciona...
www.elmundo.es/internaciona...
Los NPC de los "expertos" en Venezuela
No es fácil ser joven en Venezuela. Estudian en un país que no ofrece muchas perspectivas de futuro, o trabajan en tiendas y en restaurantes por un sueldo que nos les permitirá...
www.elmundo.es
January 16, 2026 at 8:20 PM
"El que lo mira desde afuera casi no nota lo complicado que es todo. La gente procura minimizar la dificultad para creer que está viviendo la vida casi como en cualquier parte. Y, claro, para no angustiar a los familiares que están afuera."
www.elmundo.es/internaciona...
www.elmundo.es/internaciona...
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This moment demands listening to Venezuelan voices and standing in solidarity with their demands for self-determination, democracy, accountability, and social justice.
We call for respect for international law, the protection of civilians, and an end to all forms of repression.
#Feministsolidarity
We call for respect for international law, the protection of civilians, and an end to all forms of repression.
#Feministsolidarity
January 15, 2026 at 9:31 PM
This moment demands listening to Venezuelan voices and standing in solidarity with their demands for self-determination, democracy, accountability, and social justice.
We call for respect for international law, the protection of civilians, and an end to all forms of repression.
#Feministsolidarity
We call for respect for international law, the protection of civilians, and an end to all forms of repression.
#Feministsolidarity
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“Es difícil ver cuándo y cómo llegamos a un gobierno legítimo electo democráticamente”, asegura el profesor @perez1oj.bsky.social de la Universidad del Norte de Texas.
¿Cuál es la situación actual de Venezuela?
🎧 Escucha aquí: elhilo.audio/279
¿Cuál es la situación actual de Venezuela?
🎧 Escucha aquí: elhilo.audio/279
January 10, 2026 at 2:10 PM
“Es difícil ver cuándo y cómo llegamos a un gobierno legítimo electo democráticamente”, asegura el profesor @perez1oj.bsky.social de la Universidad del Norte de Texas.
¿Cuál es la situación actual de Venezuela?
🎧 Escucha aquí: elhilo.audio/279
¿Cuál es la situación actual de Venezuela?
🎧 Escucha aquí: elhilo.audio/279