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We work to strengthen democratic governance by fostering societies that are safe, inclusive, and responsive to their citizens.
Through grantmaking and advocacy efforts, the Latin America Program supports the work of civil society organizations and their constructive engagement in the development, implementation, and oversight of public policies.
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Will Brazil Support Compulsory Drug Treatment?
May 15, 2013 | by Julita Lemgruber

If compulsory treatment of people with drug dependence has been condemned by jurists as unconstitutional and by health care professionals as a complete absurdity — why would the Brazilian government support such an approach?

Addicted to Punishment: Penalties in the War on Drugs More Severe than for Murder and Rape
April 9, 2013 | by Rodrigo Uprimny | 16 comments

Over the past several decades, Latin America has seen penalties for drugs skyrocket, resulting in longer sentences for drug offenses than many violent crimes.

Everything We Thought We Knew About Drug Users is Wrong
December 17, 2012 | by Jorge Hernández Tinajero | 23 comments

A new survey reveals that much of what we think we know about people who use drugs is wrong.

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