HQ Function

Serves as the central hub for national advocacy efforts, program coordination, communications, fundraising, and administrative support for the organization's U.S. and international programs.

Notable Features:

Standard office facilities; its location near Capitol Hill is its most notable strategic feature.

Work Culture:

A mission-driven, collaborative, and passionate environment focused on social justice, human rights, and solidarity. Staff and volunteers are typically deeply committed to the organization's values and work.

HQ Significance:

The D.C. location is crucial for WFP's advocacy work, allowing direct engagement with U.S. government officials, policymakers, and partner organizations to influence foreign policy and corporate practices.

Values Reflected in HQ: The choice of a functional, strategically located office over an opulent one reflects the organization's focus on its mission, responsible use of resources, and practical needs for advocacy.

Location:

Witness for Peace primarily focuses its international efforts in Latin America and the Caribbean, with significant programmatic work historically and currently in countries like Nicaragua, Colombia, Honduras, Mexico, and Cuba. Their global presence is characterized by solidarity delegations, partnerships with local grassroots organizations, human rights accompaniment, and reporting. In the U.S., they have a national advocacy office in Washington D.C. and a network of regional chapters and organizers that support these international programs through education, fundraising, and constituent mobilization.

Street Address:

110 Maryland Ave NE, Suite 108

City:

Washington

State/Province:

D.C.

Country:

USA