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Written by Hands Off Venezuela
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Thursday, 11 September 2008 |
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We publish here the details of a 10-day delegation organised by Witness for Peace Southwest to monitor the November electoral process in Venezuela.
We publish here the details of a 10-day delegation organised by Witness
for Peace Southwest to monitor the November electoral process in
Venezuela.
Participatory Democracy in Venezuela: Fall Municipal Elections
A Witness for Peace Southwest Delegation November 11-20, 2008
See a sample itinerary here
We read about Venezuela in the news each day, but the media
often provide only a negative perspective on this complex situation.
Come to Venezuela and see the reality first-hand. This is an historic
time to bear witness to the dramatic changes taking place in our
hemisphere.
This delegation offers opportunities to:
· Understand U.S. policies toward Venezuela and their potential impact
on the people of Venezuela.
· Gain insight into innovative social programs of the Chavez government
such as health care, education and cooperatives.
· Witness first hand the buildup to the municipal elections and how
participatory democracy works in Venezuela
· Meet with labor organizers, scholars, professionals, business people,
representatives of the media and activists to understand the economic,
social and political issues confronting Venezuelan society.
· Discuss alternatives to current U.S. policies and ways to advocate
for more just policies toward Venezuela.
Cost: The price of the 10-day delegation is
$1375 USD. This delegation fee covers all set-up, preparation, meals,
lodging, interpreters, and transportation within Venezuela. The fee
also covers extensive reading and activist tools both before and after
the delegation. Airfare to Caracas is not included. Deadline: Application with a non-refundable deposit of $150 due by October 1,
2008. Limited space available -- Apply early!
Contact: Tanya Cole, Witness for Peace Southwest 805-421-9708 and
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or Ken Crowley at 202-5470-6112 or
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. Go
to www.witnessforpeace.org
for more info about our delegations and campaigns.
Download an application here
Get tips to fundraise for your trip here
For a scholarship application email
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To see more
delegations we offer to Venezuela, Bolivia, Colombia, Mexico, Nicaragua
and Cuba go to: delegations calendar
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