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Guatemala has among the many highest murder prices worldwide with around six,000 homicides noted annually in addition to a staggeringly lower prosecution rate of only 2%. It has been widely confirmed that the infiltration of organized criminal networks with the State's structure holds much on the blame, and chips away at Guatemala's fragile democracy. To tackle this debilitating problem,
microsoft office 2007 Pro Plus serial, WOLA was a key leader in the campaign to establish a UN-sponsored commission to investigate and prosecute organized crime - the CICIG - and continues to support its efforts.
On their journey to the United States, thousands of migrants are beaten, ######ually abused, and kidnapped for ransom by criminal groups in Mexico. No human being should be subject to these kinds of abuses. WOLA promotes policies toward the prevention and prosecution of abuses against migrants in transit and to address the underlying causes of migration.
Poverty and inequality in Latin America are largely concentrated while in the rural sector. Government neglect of these communities and rising food prices are increasing poverty,
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Current drug laws in Latin America have not decreased drug consumption,
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WOLA promotes human rights, democracy, and social justice by working with partners in Latin America and the Caribbean to shape policies during the United States and abroad.
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The Washington Office on Latin America facilitates dialogue between governmental and non-governmental actors, monitors the impact of policies and programs of governments and international organizations,
microsoft office 2007 Pro product key, and promotes alternatives through reporting, education, training and advocacy. Founded in 1974, WOLA works closely with civil society organizations and government officials throughout the Americas.
Good choice of countries & message. But what does "partnership" mean? President Obama’s Upcoming Trip to Latin America -
WOLA's Adam Isacson blogs about inconsistencies and failures in US reports on foreign military training programs:
#Bittman argues in favor of #agroecological development in today's NYT recognizing sustainability, food as a right -
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Washington Office on Latin America
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