Witness for Peace

Mission Statement

Witness for Peace (WFP) is a politically independent, nationwide grassroots organization of people committed to nonviolence and led by faith and conscience. WFP’s mission is to support peace, justice and sustainable economies in the Americas by changing U.S. policies and corporate practices which contribute to poverty and oppression in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Witness for Peace is not an OFAC licensed Travel Service Provider.

Humanitarian Trips to Cuba

Cuba Research Delegation for Health Care Professionals - June 5 to June 15, 2011

This delegation will focus on understanding the physical, psychological, and spiritual health of the people of Cuba and the provision of heath care in the context of policies and practices of their government and U.S. foreign policy.

Professional Research Delegation to Cuba for Educators - June 16 to June 26, 2011

This trip to Cuba is for educators who want to research Cuba's urban and rural educational programs from primary to university levels including the Latin American School of Medicine and the National School of Music. The itinerary will include meetings with professionals, families, elected officials, neighborhood organizing committees, and visits to many education sites.

Research Delegation to Cuba for Lawyers and Legal Professionals - November 20 to November 29, 2011

This research program will provide an overview of Cuban law and its judicial system and will explore the impact of reforms on environmental law as well as gender and diversity rights in Cuba. This legal research trip to Cuba is a unique opportunity to learn how law and society intersect in critical areas of social well being in Cuba.