Bojayá
8.4
Lower score (below 6)
The 2002 FARC massacre that killed 79 people sheltering in a church — most of them women and children — defines how this Atrato River community understands itself and its relationship to outsiders. The community has rebuilt around a strong Afro-Colombian cultural identity and traditional chirimía music, which is genuine and not a performance for visitors. An outsider arriving here is intruding on a community that has every reason to be cautious of unfamiliar faces. There is no social angle to play here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Bojayá, Chocó?
$7k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Bojayá, Chocó?
Women marry at 23
How common is a college degree in Bojayá, Chocó?
26% men have degree
What's the average male height in Bojayá, Chocó?
170 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Bojayá, Chocó?
Local women avg 26.7