The U.S. Border in Panama 

"Under pressure from the US, and with a large financial incentive, Panama is attempting to control the flow of migrants in its territory through deterrence and deportations. 

"Officials estimate that that 420,700 migrants have crossed the treacherous Darién gap this year, set to double the amount of people in 2022. According to Panama's security minister, more than half of those migrants were children and babies.  

President Biden has proposed a pilot program to direct $10 million in foreign aid to help Panama carry out deportations. The chairs of the Black Caucus and Hispanic Caucus issued a statement this week calling for a halt to this proposal, which awaits Congressional approval."

Actions & Events

Haiti Dinner & Discussion

The Quixote Center invites you to attend an evening of Haitian food and drink at the Port-au-Prince Restaurant in Silver Spring, MD.

During the evening we will present our work in Haiti and explain what makes it both unique and impactful. There will be time for questions and discussion.

We ask for a $50 donation to attend, which you can make HERE. Your donation will include a full buffet-style dinner. Bar costs are separate.

Date: November 7

Time: 6 to 8:30 PM

Place: Port-au-Prince Restaurant, 7912 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD

How to Get There: Parking is available in the county lot across from the 7-11 on King Street, about 1 block from the restaurant

The restaurant is a 15-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro.

Join Us in Southern Mexico

Join us on our next solidarity trip on December 3th-8th. We will visit shelters in the Mexican states of Tabasco and Chiapas, and just across Mexico's border with Guatemala. Click HERE to learn more about the trip details, and HERE to apply to travel with us.

Say NO to New Sanctions in Nicaragua

Senators Rubio and Kaine have introduced a new Senate bill that would impose wide-reaching sanctions on Nicaragua that could seriously damage the country's economy. Help stand in solidarity with the people of Nicaragua by telling your Senator to say NO to this bill. 

 Take Action for Peace in Haiti

Join us in fighting to stop the gun running to Haiti by asking your Representative to co-sponsor the U.S.-Caribbean Strategic Engagement Act of 2023. Armed gangs have taken control of most of Haiti, and the violence is devastating: 600 people died in Port-au-Prince in April of 2023 alone. The gangs can expand and maintain power because they are highly armed, and the U.S. is a major source of these weapons. 

Use this form to urge your Representative to support the bill!

If your member of Congress is one of the co-sponsors listed HERE, we ask that you instead send a thank-you message. 

Artist Corner

Mark Fleuridor

Mark Fleuridor is a Haitian-American artist born and raised in Miami, Florida, and is currently based between Miami and New York City. Fleuridor explores his family narratives and lived experiences through painting, quilting, collage and pattern-making. He utilizes family photographs and found materials to help understand his past and present life. Fleuridor was a visiting lecturer at institutions such as the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) and Florida International University (FIU), and holds a BFA in Painting from the Maryland Institute College of Art. You can view more of his artwork HERE. 

"All of Us"

"Tight Hold"

"A Moment of Rest after Playing"

"Cleansing Moment"