Trust for the Americas

at a Glace

Country of Domicile: United States of America
Social Sector: Public Sector
Public Societal Sector Type: International Body/ e.g. United Nations, Bodies/ commissions or agencies established by government,

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The Organization of American States was established in order to achieve among its member states "an order of peace and justice, to promote their solidarity, to strengthen their collaboration, and to defend their sovereignty, their territorial integrity, and their independence." Today, the OAS brings together all 35 independent states of the Americas and constitutes the main political, juridical, and social governmental forum in the Hemisphere. In addition, it has granted permanent observer status to 69 states, as well as to the European Union (EU).

The Organization uses a four-pronged approach to effectively implement its essential purposes, based on its main pillars: democracy, human rights, security, and development. (Source: Website)