Cletus Springer, Director of the OAS Department of Sustainable Development, attended the 15th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 15) in Copenhagen from December 7 to 18, 2009. In a recent interview, Mr. Springer elaborated on the work of the OAS in helping countries cope with climate change and its related challenges to the region... Read more »
Political and economic developments on both sides of the Atlantic have built a new and stronger bond between Spain and the Americas. Today, at the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century, the two sides now have a close and stable relationship best exemplified within the framework of the Organization of American States (OAS)
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Approximately seven percent of the population in the Western Hemisphere consumed marijuana during the past year; that percentage is double that of the world average, which fluctuates between 3.3 percent and 4.4 percent. This and other important facts are included in the Report on the Situation of Drug Consumption in the Hemisphere... Read more »
Civil society's active role in public policy debates reflects a new trend of consensus in the Americas which defines social organizations as "agents of democracy." This new participation helps shape opinions, share experiences, and identify obstacles to public policies. This is why the Organization of American States (OAS) believes that the strength of democracy in the Americas is linked directly to the vitality of the region'’s civil society... Read more »
Practicing social responsibility at the corporate level has gained significant importance in recent years given the growing demand by consumers for products and services produced and delivered under ethical standards, with adequate labor conditions and respect to local communities and competitors. This is why the Organization of American States (OAS) has been promoting Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) among businesses throughout the Americas... Read more »
January 11-12: United Nations Secretary-General’s High-Level Retreat with Heads of Regional and Other Organizations with participation of the OAS and other 13 organizations. New York.
