Mission
The Washington Brazil Office is an independent institution which specializes in thinking about Brazil and supporting actions that strengthen the role of civil society and institutions dedicated to the promotion and defense of democracy, human rights, freedoms and sustainable socioeconomic and environmental development of the country.
Objective
Our objective is to produce knowledge and support the international work of all sectors that need support, action, bilateral exchanges, knowledge production, and the construction of cooperative relations between Brazil and the United States and/or with international organizations and bodies headquartered in the United States.
Principles
The WBO acts independently and in a non-partisan manner, respecting diversity, human dignity, inclusive dialogue, and with a commitment to evidence-based ideas, activities and policies.
ACTIVITIES
Advocacy
The WBO promotes international mobilization and advocacy with public and private sector institutions in the United States, such as the U.S. Congress, State Department, unions, regional and global NGOs, and universities.
Connecting
We articulate networks of contacts and organize visits and work missions for legislators, social and public sectors, academics, and others.
Supporting
We litigate and participate in activities with international organizations and entities headquartered in the United States, such as the IACHR, OAS, UN, IDB, IMF, World Bank, PAHO, and others.
Reporting
A policy paper on Brazil is published and sent to the White House each year, highlighting the main areas of concern in the country.
Promoting
We organize bilateral events and debates on topics of common interest between Brazil and the United States, holding an annual conference, and supporting and organizing campaigns throughout the year.
Researching
We carry out and disseminate studies, publications and investigations related to Brazil. We also maintain an Observatory of Brazilian Democracy to monitor the state of democracy in the country.
Thinking
We maintain a space for public information and reflection on the Brazilian reality and agenda of common interest between Brazil and the United States, cooperating with networks of specialists between the two countries.
CAREERS
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