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April 21, 2022 at 9:36 PM

Biden’s New Drug Control Strategy: Main Takeaways

Long Overdue Focus on Harm Reduction and Other TakeawaysBiden’s New Drug Control Strategy: Long Overdue Focus on Harm Reduction and Other Takeaways April 21, 2022 The Biden administration’s first full-fledged national drug control strategy was released today with the country in the midst of a drug …

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April 18, 2022 at 4:15 PM

Guatemala’s Attorney General Elections: Judicial Independence and Democracy at a Crossroads

This election is fundamental and gives an opportunity to rebuild the justice system, and in turn, strengthen institutions to address structural impunity.Guatemala’s Attorney General Elections: Judicial Independence and Democracy at a CrossroadsApril 18, 2022 Through the infiltration of judicial bo…

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April 15, 2022 at 6:30 PM

Weekly Border Update - April 15

Texas blocks trade, Ukrainians continue arriving Weekly Border Update04/15/2022  With this series of weekly updates, WOLA seeks to cover the most important developments at the U.S.-Mexico border. See past weekly updates here. THIS WEEK: Texas’s Republican governor, an immigration policy hardliner, …

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April 12, 2022 at 9:00 PM

Hybrid Event: The Courageous Leaders Building Peace in Colombia

Meet the 2020 Winners of the National Human Rights Prize The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA), the Latin America Working Group (LAWG), the International Institute for Race and Equality, and the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) cordially invite you to the following event:The Courage…

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April 7, 2022 at 9:38 PM

Bukele’s Army of Trolls Came for Us. This is our Response.

It has been a rocky few weeks in El Salvador. Opinion: El Salvador’s president overreaches in the fight against gangs 04/07/2022 Dear John,   It has been a rocky few weeks in El Salvador. Things went from bad to worse as President Nayib Bukele responded to a spike in murders of historical proportio…

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  Adam Isacson, WOLA · [email protected]

April 1, 2022 at 8:00 PM

Weekly Border Update - April 1

Title 42, Border cities, 2023 budget Weekly Border Update04/01/2022 With this series of weekly updates, WOLA seeks to cover the most important developments at the U.S.-Mexico border.  See past weekly updates here.  Read the full update TITLE 42 MAY END IN LATE MAY Every 60 days, the Centers for D…

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March 31, 2022 at 9:41 PM

Title 42 will be lifted. Here's what you need to know

Q&A by Adam Isacson, Director for Defense Oversight Q&A: The Post-Title 42 U.S.-Mexico Border03/31/2022 According to early media reports, by May 23 the Biden administration will have completed a phaseout of the “Title 42” pandemic border policy, and will once again recognize threatened migr…

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March 16, 2022 at 4:30 PM

Latin America in Review: Humanitarian crises, Biden milestones

Latin America in Review: Humanitarian crises, Biden milestones The past month was packed with key moments for both policymakers and civil society in the region. This edition of our monthly newsletter covers WOLA’s programmatic work and regional events fr…

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March 2, 2022 at 8:44 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Individual Giving Coordinator

Job Opening at WOLA: Individual Giving Coordinator Job Opening: Individual Giving Coordinator The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks a highly organized and motivated individual, with three to five years of fund…

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February 3, 2022 at 10:30 PM

Latin America in Review: Biden's first year, Maya Achi trial, Arauca

Latin America in Review: Biden's first year, Maya Achi trial, Arauca The past month was packed with key moments for both policymakers and civil society in the region. This edition of our monthly newsletter covers WOLA’s programmatic work and regional eve…

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January 18, 2022 at 10:06 PM

Biden's First Year Policies Toward Latin America

Biden's First Year Policies Toward Latin America WOLA Experts Review Administration's Successes and Shortfalls Press Release January 18, 2022 Biden's First Year Policies Toward Latin America …

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January 13, 2022 at 2:00 PM

WOLA Announces New Vice President for Communications and Editorial

WOLA Announces New Vice President for Communications and Editorial Josefina Salomón will Guide Communications Team starting February 1, 2022 Press Release January 13, 2022 WOLA Announces New Vice President for Communicatio…

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December 16, 2021 at 4:30 PM

Latin America in Review: CentAm elections, Colombia peace accord, MPP

Latin America in Review: CentAm elections, Colombia peace accord, MPP The past month and a half was packed with key moments for both policymakers and civil society in the region. This edition of our monthly newsletter covers WOLA’s programmatic work and …

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  Carolina Jiménez, WOLA · [email protected]

December 1, 2021 at 12:59 AM

Our Triple Match Is Still in Effect

Our Triple Match Is Still in Effect We are nearing our Giving Tuesday goal - help us reach it! Dear John, I have an update for you: our fundraising team just let me know that we only need to raise $565 to reach our goal. Please help us get there! And d…

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  Carolina Jiménez, WOLA · [email protected]

November 30, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Announcement: Triple the Impact of Your Gift to Today!

Announcement: Triple the Impact of Your Gift to Today! Help us reach our Giving Tuesday goal of raising $15,000 today! Good morning,John! The sun has risen on this Giving Tuesday, my first with WOLA, which is why I am hoping to be at the top of your in…

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  Adam Isacson, Director for Defense Oversight, WOLA · [email protected]

November 29, 2021 at 3:00 PM

Human Rights Are at Risk at the U.S.-Mexico Border. We Need You.

Human Rights Are at Risk at the U.S.-Mexico Border. We Need You. I regret to inform you that the situation at the US/Mexico border continues to be grave. Dear John, You’ve probably heard from me from time to time. I am WOLA’s resident expert on the U.…

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  Carolina Jiménez, WOLA · [email protected]

November 25, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Grateful for You

Grateful for You A day to give thanks for your solidarity Dear John, On this Thanksgiving Day, I am thinking about you, an ardent WOLA supporter and champion of human rights. Your dedication to advance human rights and social justice for all those who …

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November 10, 2021 at 9:22 PM

Nicaragua después del 7N

Nicaragua después del 7N La Oficina en Washington para Asuntos Latinoamericanos, el Diálogo Interamericano y Urnas Abiertas los invitan cordialmente a un evento virtual: Nicaragua después del 7N: Escenarios post-electorales…

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November 2, 2021 at 10:05 PM

Latin America in Review: Regional migrant and refugee protections

Latin America in Review: Regional migrant and refugee protections Colombia's peace accord, drug policy reform...  Latin America in Review:  As Venezuela’s humanitarian and economic crisis has worsened in recent years, nearly 6 million Ven…

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October 8, 2021 at 3:42 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Program Assistant for the Mexico Program

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

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October 7, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Colombia's Peace Accord is Not Weak, It's Duque Who Insists on Weakening It

Colombia's Peace Accord is Not Weak, It's Duque Who Insists on Weakening It WOLA Commentary October 7, 2021 Colombia's Peace Accord is Not Weak, It's Duque Who Insists on Weakening It Interview with Carolin…

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October 1, 2021 at 9:00 PM

Latin America in Review: #WOLAHumanRightsAwards, Mexico disappearances, U.S. Border

Latin America in Review: #WOLAHumanRightsAwards, Mexico disappearances, U.S. Border Latin America in Review:   (WOLA's Latin America in Review took a brief pause for the month of August. This double feature newsletter will include events…

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September 21, 2021 at 3:44 PM

24 hours left to register!

24 hours left to register! Celebrate the work of human rights defenders in the Americas Hello John, There are just over 24 hours left to register for the WOLA Human Rights Awards Ceremony & Benefit Gala!  …

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September 15, 2021 at 4:59 PM

In 1 week, join Gina Chavez

In 1 week, join Gina Chavez Gina Chavez will share a musical performance during our night honoring human rights  In 1 week, join Gina Chavez Hello John, There is only one week left until the WOLA Human Right…

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  Carolina Jiménez, WOLA · [email protected]

September 10, 2021 at 1:29 PM

Why do the stories of human rights leaders matter?

Why do the stories of human rights leaders matter? Join us virtually on 9/22 for the 2021 WOLA Human Rights Awards Ceremony & Benefit Gala.  Hello John, I am Carolina Jiménez, the new President of WOLA.…

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September 8, 2021 at 6:14 PM

Join Juanes 2 weeks from today

Join Juanes 2 weeks from today  In 2 weeks, join us virtually on 9/22 to honor human rights defenders. Join Juanes 2 weeks from today Hello John, Two weeks from today, in a virtual event, WOLA will pay tribute to human ri…

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September 7, 2021 at 4:59 PM

WOLA Welcomes New President: Carolina Jiménez Sandoval

WOLA Welcomes New President: Carolina Jiménez Sandoval WOLA News September 7, 2021 WOLA Welcomes New President: Carolina Jiménez Sandoval Carolina Jiménez Sandoval inaugurates a new era of leadership as she…

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August 31, 2021 at 4:25 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Central America

Job Opening at WOLA: Director for Central America Job Opening: Director for Central America WOLA seeks a motivated and knowledgeable individual to manage and lead our program on Central America. Currently this program focus…

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August 30, 2021 at 7:14 PM

1 Month Away! Meet the Honorees.

1 Month Away! Meet the Honorees. Join us 9/22 for the 2021 WOLA Human Rights Awards Ceremony & Benefit Gala.  August 30, 2021 Hello John, Since 2006, the WOLA Human Rights Award honors organizations or i…

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August 3, 2021 at 3:59 PM

Latin America in Review: Cuba protests, Venezuelan civil society trip to D.C.

Latin America in Review: Cuba protests, Venezuelan civil society trip to D.C. Latin America in Review:  In July, thousands of Cubans took to the streets in unprecedented demonstrations, amidst a humanitarian crisis made wor…

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  Geoff Thale, WOLA · [email protected]

July 28, 2021 at 2:00 PM

2021 WOLA Gala Tickets and Sponsorships

2021 WOLA Gala Tickets and Sponsorships Dear John,   I am delighted to announce that tickets and sponsorships for the 2021 WOLA Annual Human Rights Awards Ceremony and Benefit Gala scheduled for September 22, 2021 are now a…

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July 9, 2021 at 5:29 PM

Latin America in Review: Harris border visit; Peru elections; 50 years of 'war on drugs'

Latin America in Review: Harris border visit; Peru elections; 50 years of 'war on drugs' Latin America in Review:  This past month saw Vice President Kamala Harris visit Guatemala, Mexico, ​and the U.S.-Mexico border, ​afte…

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July 1, 2021 at 4:24 PM

Job Opening at WOLA: Executive Assistant to the President

Job Opening at WOLA: Executive Assistant to the President Job Opening: Executive Assistant to the President The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) seeks a detail-oriented Executive Assistant (EA) to support the Presi…

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  Geoff Thale, WOLA · [email protected]

June 21, 2021 at 1:59 PM

Save the Date: 2021 WOLA Human Rights Awards & Benefit Gala

Save the Date: 2021 WOLA Human Rights Awards & Benefit Gala 2021 Human Rights Awards and Benefit Gala Dear John, The WOLA team and I would like to invite you to be a part of our annual Human Rights Awards and Benefit Ga…

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June 8, 2021 at 4:29 PM

Latin America in Review: Police Brutality, Civil Society, and Rule of Law

Latin America in Review: Police Brutality, Civil Society, and Rule of Law Latin America in Review:  In May, attacks on civil society around the region continued despite calls to honor the rights of citizens to peacefully ex…

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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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