The practice of forensic archaeology in Colombia responds to the historical particularities of the country. Throughout recent history, there have been countless human rights violations in the entire territory; many of these violations are the result of the internal armed conflict, characterised by the combination of acts of common criminals, insurgent groups operating outside the law, and the military themselves, who are also responsible for crimes either by direct action or omission. One of the most complex crimes in the context of the Colombian armed conflict is the enforced disappearance. This chapter presents the professional, technical and political challenges faced by forensic archaeology in Colombia in its mission to contribute to unravelling the history of violence in the country. It focuses on the work of EQUITAS, which is the Colombian interdisciplinary team on forensic work and psychosocial assistance, a scientific and humanitarian organisation focused on victims and based on evidence.