Secretariat for External Relations
The mission of the Secretariat for External Relations (SER) is to disseminate the role of the Organization as the institution for promoting democratic governance, sustainable development, multidimensional security, and respect for human rights in the Hemisphere, and to contribute to the strengthening of the Organization’s institutional image.
In keeping with its objectives, the SER performs functions aimed at developing and implementing communication strategies and strengthening the image of the Organization; developing and disseminating a uniform message based on the Organization’s priorities; strengthening ties with the member states and international and hemispheric agencies and institutions to coordinate policy; fostering cooperation with the host country, as well as with observer countries and multilateral organizations; broadening and disseminating information on the cultural heritage of the Americas;
coordinating fundraising for programs and projects with donors and partners, and promoting the participation of civil society in matters related to OAS priorities.
The SER comprises the Executive Office of the Secretary for External Relations and the following dependencies:
- the Press and Communications Department;
- the Department of International Affairs, and
- the Art Museum of the Americas.
