The Role of Liberation Theology in Contemporary Social Justice Movements Across Latin America

1. Introduction 2. Historical Context of Liberation Theology 2.1. Origins and Key Figures 2.2. Theological Foundations 2.3. Socio-Political Climate in Latin America 3. Core Principles of Liberation Theology 3.1. Preferential Option for the Poor 3.2. Integral Human Development 3.3. Praxis and Action 4. Liberation Theology's Influence on Social Movements 4.1. Grassroots Organizing 4.2. Influencing Policy and Government 4.3. Education and Awareness Programs 5. Case Studies in Latin America 5.1. Brazil and the Landless Workers Movement 5.2. The Church in El Salvador's Civil War 5.3. Argentina's Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo 6. Criticisms and Challenges 6.1. Church-State Relations 6.2. Internal Church Opposition 6.3. Secular Criticisms 7. Comparative Analysis with Global Movements 7.1. African Liberation Struggles 7.2. Asian Social Justice Initiatives 7.3. Western Social Justice Movements 8. Future of Liberation Theology in Social Justice 8.1. Adapting to Modern Challenges 8.2. Building Interfaith Coalitions 8.3. Theological Innovations and New Directions