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May 25, 2021 at 10:29 PM

Join WOLA's Upcoming Events

Join WOLA's Upcoming Events The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) cordially invites you to the following events: Civil Society Crackdown in Venezuela: Working for Peaceful Change in the Face of Repression …

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  Geoff Thale · [email protected]

May 18, 2021 at 12:59 PM

An Update From the U.S.–Mexico Border

An Update From the U.S.–Mexico Border (AP Photo/Moises Castillo) Dear John,    As you know, there is an immense amount of policy work to be done by the Biden team to reverse the damage the Tr…

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May 17, 2021 at 2:59 PM

Latin America in Review: #SOSColombia, Mexico's buffer role, Venezuela

Latin America in Review: #SOSColombia, Mexico's buffer role, Venezuela Latin America in Review:  In the last week of April, a since-withdrawn tax reform proposal from the Duque administration led to mass protests by Colombi…

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May 3, 2021 at 3:59 PM

WOLA Announces New President

WOLA Announces New President Carolina Jiménez Sandoval to Lead WOLA Starting August 1  Press Release May 3, 2021 WOLA Announces New President Carolina Jiménez Sandoval to Lead WOLA Starting August 1, 2021 …

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April 7, 2021 at 3:30 AM

Latin America in Review: U.S.-Mexico border, Mexico's militarization at the Southern border

Latin America in Review: U.S.-Mexico border, Mexico's militarization at the Southern border Latin America in Review:  The Trump administration's cruel and illegal shutdown of asylum at the U.S. southern border led to massiv…

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March 25, 2021 at 3:35 PM

Job Opening: Vice President for Communications and Outreach

Job Opening: Vice President for Communications and Outreach Job Opening: Vice President for Communications and Outreach The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks a Vice President for Communications and Outreach. T…

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March 17, 2021 at 4:04 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Part-time Director for Cuba

Job Opening at WOLA: Part-time Director for Cuba Job Opening: Part-time Director for Cuba The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks a motivated and knowledgeable individual to manage WOLA’s program on Cuba and U.S…

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February 9, 2021 at 7:10 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: President

Job Opening at WOLA: President Job Opening at WOLA: President   After 26 years in various roles at WOLA, our current president, Geoff Thale, will be retiring.  Please help us in our search for the next leader of WOLA.  The…

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February 8, 2021 at 10:15 PM

Latin America in Review: A key moment for the expansion of human rights

Latin America in Review: A key moment for the expansion of human rights Latin America in Review:  ​The violent events of January 6 at the U.S. Capitol—the culmination of the Trump administration’s four-year push to erode ba…

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February 6, 2021 at 7:59 PM

Colombian Government, U.S. Policymakers Must Protect Black Lives in Buenaventura

Colombian Government, U.S. Policymakers Must Protect Black Lives in Buenaventura WOLA Statement February 6, 2021 Colombian Government, U.S. Policymakers Must Protect Black Lives in Buenaventura Colombia’s l…

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January 26, 2021 at 10:16 PM

Reported Massacre of 19 People Underscores Dangers Faced by Migrants in Mexico

Reported Massacre of 19 People Underscores Dangers Faced by Migrants in Mexico U.S. and Mexico Must Work Jointly to Restore Asylum Access and Center Human Rights, Safety in Migration Policies WOLA Statement January 26, 2021 …

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January 15, 2021 at 7:46 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: President

Job Opening at WOLA: President Job Opening at WOLA: President   After 26 years in various roles at WOLA, our current president, Geoff Thale, will be retiring.  Please help us in our search for the next leader of WOLA.  The…

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  Geoff Thale · [email protected]

January 13, 2021 at 5:31 PM

Join the Story: Con Líderes Hay Paz

Join the Story: Con Líderes Hay Paz WOLA is launching a digital advocacy campaign to protect peace in Colombia Hello John   After a year of massacres, police brutality, political upheaval, a worsening pandemic, and more in Colombia, peace feels more tenuou…

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January 7, 2021 at 11:42 PM

January 6 and Protecting Democratic Ideals, at Home and Abroad

January 6 and Protecting Democratic Ideals, at Home and Abroad The day’s events were the culmination of powerful authoritarian forces that have been building in the United States over the last four years.  WOLA Statement January 7, 2021 …

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December 8, 2020 at 5:44 PM

Latin America in Review: Biden's Transition, Peru Protests, Hurricanes

Latin America in Review: Biden's Transition, Peru Protests, Hurricanes Peruvians defend their democracy, the transition from Trump to Biden admins, and more Latin America in Review:  With the results of the U.S. presidenti…

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  Geoff Thale, WOLA · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 1:00 PM

The time is NOW

The time is NOW You can help create a new path to regional migration policy Today only, your gift x3 for human rights >> DONATE Facing no work due to the COVID-19-related economic shutd…

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November 9, 2020 at 5:25 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Operations Associate

Job Opening at WOLA: Operations Associate Job Opening at WOLA: Operations Associate The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks an administrative staff person whose skills can support the operations and finances of …

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November 9, 2020 at 4:59 PM

Under Biden, New Opportunities for Human Rights

Under Biden, New Opportunities for Human Rights The incoming Biden administration represents a historic opportunity to renew U.S. commitment to human rights. WOLA Statement November 9, 2020 An Opportunity to Reset and Renew Commitments t…

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November 4, 2020 at 5:29 PM

To Protect Our Democracy and Ensure a Fair Outcome, Every Vote Must Be Counted

To Protect Our Democracy and Ensure a Fair Outcome, Every Vote Must Be Counted This is a crucial moment for democracy in the United States that will have repercussions throughout the Western Hemisphere.  WOLA Statement November 4, 2020 …

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November 2, 2020 at 11:30 PM

Latin America in Review: Trump's legacy, Colombia, U.S. border

Latin America in Review: Trump's legacy, Colombia, U.S. border Indigenous protests in Colombia, U.S. border agencies and staggering data, Trump's legacy in Latin America Latin America in Review:  This past month, Indigenou…

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October 26, 2020 at 12:44 PM

Taking Stock of Trump’s Legacy in Latin America

Taking Stock of Trump’s Legacy in Latin America It's time to imagine a human-rights centered approach to the region. WOLA Analysis October 26, 2020 Taking Stock of Trump’s Legacy in Latin America Imagining…

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October 15, 2020 at 9:31 PM

We need to act.

We need to act. Listen to these words and make your mark. Dear John,  We missed you at the live presentation of the WOLA Human Rights Awards & Benefit Gala! But we want you to hear the powerful stories that were shared, and thanks to …

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October 2, 2020 at 9:29 PM

Latin America in Review: Colombia's continuing struggle, border updates, WOLA's Virtual Gala

Latin America in Review: Colombia's continuing struggle, border updates, WOLA's Virtual Gala Latin America in Review:  This past month, we saw turmoil continue in Colombia, with more massacres, violence against social leade…

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September 28, 2020 at 4:10 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Program Assistant

Job Opening at WOLA: Program Assistant Job Opening at WOLA: Program Assistant The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks an entry-level administrative staff person to work with three programs; Women’s Incarceration…

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September 21, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Last chance - don’t miss it!

Last chance - don’t miss it! Join us tomorrow night for the WOLA Human Rights Awards & Benefit Gala! It’s almost here! Join us TOMORROW night for the WOLA Human Rights Awards and Benefit Gala. With this year’s virtual format, we’re loo…

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  Geoff Thale · [email protected]

September 14, 2020 at 2:59 PM

John, will I see you there?

*|FNAME|*, will I see you there? Join us in ONE WEEK for the WOLA Human Rights Awards & Benefit Gala Dear John, It’s not too late to join the party! I hope I’ll see you in just one week for the WOLA Human Rights Awards and Benefit Gal…

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September 3, 2020 at 2:59 PM

Latin America in Review: Colombia's struggling peace, the Central America Monitor, WOLA's annual gala coming up

Latin America in Review: Colombia's struggling peace, the Central America Monitor, WOLA's annual gala coming up Latin America in Review:  In the month of August, we saw a horrifying and concerning wave of massacres in Colom…

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August 31, 2020 at 5:16 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Individual Giving

Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Individual Giving Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Individual Giving The Director for Individual Giving will oversee the planning, implementing, managing and evaluating of WOLA’s individua…

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August 17, 2020 at 5:04 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Mexico and Migrant Rights

Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Mexico and Migrant Rights Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Mexico and Migrant Rights The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks a director level staff person to lead our Mexico pr…

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August 5, 2020 at 6:59 PM

Latin America in Review: #WOLATakingStock, Venezuela Humanitarian Aid, House Arrest

Latin America in Review: #WOLATakingStock, Venezuela Humanitarian Aid, House Arrest Latin America in Review: Trump's Impact on Human Rights | Humanitarian Assistance in Venezuela | Protecting the Rights of those Held in House Arrest …

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July 2, 2020 at 1:55 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Program Assistant for the Mexico Program

Job Opening at WOLA: Program Assistant for the Mexico Program Job Opening at WOLA: Program Assistant for the Mexico Program The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks an entry-level administrative staff person to w…

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July 1, 2020 at 5:11 PM

Latin America in Review: Migration, Incarceration, and Impunity in the Region

Latin America in Review: Migration, Incarceration, and Impunity in the Region Latin America in Review: The Scale of Trump's Cruel Border Policies | Mass Incarceration in the Americas | Impunity in Guatemala This June, WOLA …

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June 8, 2020 at 6:46 PM

Latin America in Review: Human Rights and Security Abuses in the Region

Latin America in Review: Human Rights and Security Abuses in the Region Latin America in Review: Regional Human Rights | Colombia Military Espionage | Political Crisis in Venezuela At WOLA, our mission is advancing human ri…

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June 2, 2020 at 9:34 PM

WOLA Statement on the Fight For Justice and the Struggle Against Repression

WOLA Statement on the Fight For Justice and the Struggle Against Repression WOLA Statement June 2, 2020 WOLA Statement on the Fight For Justice and the Struggle Against Repression The brutal killings of Geo…

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April 30, 2020 at 1:58 PM

Latin America in Review: Monitoring Human Rights During COVID-19

Latin America in Review: Monitoring Human Rights During COVID-19 Latin America in Review: Human Rights Abuses During COVID-19 | Migrants at Risk | Regional Health Cooperation This month has seen an increase in coverage of a…

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March 31, 2020 at 4:52 PM

March in Review: COVID-19 | Venezuela's 'Narcostate' Narrative | Beyond the Wall

March in Review: COVID-19 | Venezuela's 'Narcostate' Narrative | Beyond the Wall A monthly digest highlighting WOLA's work to advance human rights in the Americas. Latin America in Review: COVID-19 | Venezuela's 'Narcostate' Narrative | A …

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  Geoff Thale · [email protected]

March 17, 2020 at 1:29 PM

Update on 2020 WOLA Human Rights Awards Ceremony and Benefit Gala

Update on 2020 WOLA Human Rights Awards Ceremony and Benefit Gala Dear John, We take the safety and health of our fellow human rights advocates and our communities as a serious responsibility at WOLA.    To that end, out of an abundance of ca…

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March 13, 2020 at 5:38 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Assistant Director for Content Production

Job Opening at WOLA: Assistant Director for Content Production Job Opening at WOLA: Assistant Director for Content Production The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks a talented and creative Assistant Director fo…

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March 9, 2020 at 8:59 PM

2020 WOLA Gala Tickets and Sponsorships

2020 WOLA Gala Tickets and Sponsorships Tickets and sponsorships are now available. Dear John, I am delighted to announce that tickets and sponsorships for the 20th WOLA Annual Human Rights Awards Ceremony and Benefit Gala scheduled for May …

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March 5, 2020 at 3:00 PM

Joint Statement | Who Are the Candidates for OAS Secretary General?

Joint Statement | Who Are the Candidates for OAS Secretary General? In light of the upcoming elections for the position of Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), civil society organizations Joint Statement March 5,…

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February 26, 2020 at 6:18 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Vice President for Programs

Job Opening at WOLA: Vice President for Programs Job Opening at WOLA: Vice President for Programs The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks a Vice President for Programs for a fast-paced, research and advocacy or…

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February 25, 2020 at 9:59 PM

Save the Date: 2020 WOLA Human Rights Awards Ceremony & Benefit Gala

Save the Date: 2020 WOLA Human Rights Awards Ceremony & Benefit Gala Contact: Washington Office on Latin America 1666 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 400 Washington, DC 20009 (202) 797-2171 www.wola.org Unsubscribe | Manage email preferences…

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February 5, 2020 at 10:22 PM

Podcast: What the State of the Union Means for Human Rights in Latin America

Podcast: What the State of the Union Means for Human Rights in Latin America WOLA Podcast February 5, 2020 Podcast: What the State of the Union Means for Human Rights in Latin America Last night, President …

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January 30, 2020 at 2:41 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Philanthropy

Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Philanthropy Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Philanthropy The Director of Philanthropy will oversee the planning, implementing, managing and evaluating of WOLA’s individual giving program…

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  Geoff Thale, WOLA · [email protected]

January 2, 2020 at 3:00 PM

Happy New Year

Happy New Year Start 2020 with hope >> WATCH Dear John, All of us at WOLA wish you a bright and hopeful 2020! And I have a video message, just for you: …

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December 30, 2019 at 1:00 PM

Two days only ❗ TRIPLE match

Two days only ❗ TRIPLE match Your impact x3, through Dec. 31 >> DONATE John, We need your gift to meet urgent human rights challenges across the Americas in 2020.  ONLY…

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December 10, 2019 at 8:33 PM

✅ Take our survey for Human Rights Day

✅ Take our survey for Human Rights Day We want to know what you think >> TAKE THE SURVEY John, What is the greatest human rights threat in Latin America? Your response could inspire a …

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December 3, 2019 at 11:00 AM

[3X Match] Triple your impact this #GivingTuesday

[3X Match] Triple your impact this #GivingTuesday Today only, your gift x3 for human rights >> DONATE John, Today is a big opportunity to make a difference for human rig…

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  Adam Isacson, WOLA · [email protected]

November 28, 2019 at 1:01 PM

🍁 Thanksgiving at the border

🍁 Thanksgiving at the border Special video to watch and share >> WATCH John, On this day of gratitude, thank you for standing for human rights — on both sides of the border. While many…

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September 6, 2019 at 1:33 PM

As the CICIG’s mandate ends, WOLA and partners continue to stand against corruption and impunity

As the CICIG’s mandate ends, WOLA and partners continue to stand against corruption and impunity WOLA Newsletter As the CICIG’s mandate ends, WOLA and partners continue to stand against corruption and impunity In a move that Guatemala’s h…

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