Washington Office on Latin America

Call for Action: Renewing Experts’ Mandate in Venezuela by UN Human Rights Council

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International Accountability Urgently Needed Amid Intensifying Post-Election Repression What is the call for action? 29 national and international organizations are urging the United Nations Human Rights Council to renew the mandate of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela. The Mission plays a crucial role in pushing for accountability and maintaining international scrutiny. Why is … Read more

International Outrage: Calls for Protest Rights in Venezuela Amidst Rising Violence

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What are the demands of international organizations in the context of protests in Venezuela? In the aftermath of post-electoral protests in Venezuela, undersigned organizations strongly advocate for the respect and guarantee of the right to freedom of expression, assembly, and peaceful protest. The call is made to the authorities to refrain from criminalizing protests and … Read more