Areas of Work
Partners of the Americas connects volunteers, international development professionals, governments, businesses, and higher education institutions to implement programs in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Africa.
Increasing Productivity and Trade in Nigeria’s Aquaculture and Poultry Sectors
Agriculture & Food Security
U.S. Department of Agriculture Food for Progress Nigeria
This program increases U.S.-Nigeria two-way trade through three complementary lines of effort. First, the program boosts the productivity of Nigeria’s poultry and aquaculture sectors by strengthening technical capacity, access to finance, and the use of digital tools among producers, vertically integrated businesses, feed companies, producer groups, sector federations, and service providers.
Second, the program expands trade by increasing the use of trade finance tools and targeted co-investment grants, building the capacity of Nigerian importers and Nigerian financial institutions to use key US trade finance resources. Third, the program addresses critical non-tariff trade barriers facing exporters and importers by conducting a national audit of Nigeria’s SPS framework and customs procedures and providing capacity-building to Nigerian officials on complying with SPS standards and improving import efficiency.
Increasing Productivity and Trade in Nigeria’s Aquaculture and Poultry Sectors (First Post)
Agriculture & Food Security
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Cultural and Educational Exchanges
Culture exchange
U.S. Department of State Education & Culture
Since 1983, Partners of the Americas has worked with the U.S. Department of State to strengthen ties between the United States and Latin America and the Caribbean. The Education and Culture Program funds professional exchanges, community-led initiatives, and travel grants that create lasting personal and civic connections across borders — addressing shared challenges like migration, instability, and mutual misunderstanding.
Learn more about our Education and Culture Program opportunities below:
Higher Education
100,000 Strong in the Americas
A hemisphere connected through education and opportunity.
The 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund opens doors for students and institutions that have historically been left out of international education.
By funding partnerships between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean universities, the program builds a skilled, multilingual, globally-connected workforce — and strengthens the economic ties between the U.S. and the region.
Improving Labor Practices in the Mexican Automotive Industry
Labor
U.S. Department of Labor Leveling the Field for American Workers in U.S.-Mexico Trade
Past Programs
Labor
Increasing Awareness of Migration Risks in Mexico
U.S. Department of State Mexico Migration Program
Sponsored by the United States Government
Combating Trafficking in Persons in Paraguay
U.S. Department of State Trafficking in Persons Paraguay
Sponsored by the United States Government
Mexico United 2026
The Mexico United 2026 project, funded by the U.S. Department of State, aims to strengthen Mexico’s capacity to prevent and address labor and human rights risks associated with the 2026 FIFA World Cup. By working closely with local labor rights organizations and engaging national and local authorities, the project seeks to reduce the risk of labor abuses and human rights violations during the event.
As the United States plays a central role as a co-host in the 2026 World Cup, ensuring fair labor practices and protecting worker rights in Mexico directly supports broader efforts to uphold standards across North America. By improving labor conditions, the project not only contributes to a more ethical labor environment in Mexico but also ensures that U.S. businesses are operating on a level playing field, free from unfair competition.
By addressing these labor and human rights concerns proactively, Mexico United 2026 helps to reinforce the shared values between the U.S. and Mexico, fostering stronger trade relations and economic stability. This initiative reflects a commitment to ethical labor practices, supports workers’ rights, and strengthens regional partnerships that benefit both nations.
Sponsored by the United States Government
Advancing Labor Compliance in Colombia’s Port Sector
Advancing Labor Compliance in Colombia’s Port Sector (Colombia Ports Project, or CPP), funded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Trade and Labor Affairs, works to improve Colombia’s compliance with local and international labor rights in the port sector. Focused on eliminating forced labor, child labor, and other labor violations, the project promotes compliance with international labor rights, strengthens workers’ organizations, and fosters social dialogue to address labor challenges in key Colombian ports. The project runs from 2020 to 2025 and focuses on creating sustainable solutions to improve labor conditions and minimize disruptions in critical global supply chains.
CPP strengthens labor law enforcement and ensures fair working conditions in Colombia’s port sector, which is key to maintaining stable trade flows. By improving labor standards, the project helps level the playing field for U.S. businesses and reduces the risk of unfair competition from regions with weaker labor practices. Additionally, stabilizing Colombia’s port sector enhances the efficiency and reliability of trade, benefitting U.S. businesses and supporting stronger economic ties between the U.S. and Colombia.
Learn more about CPP.
Funding is provided by the United States Department of Labor under cooperative agreement number IL-35742-20-75-K. 100% of the total costs of the project is financed with federal funds, for a total of U.S. $5,000,000 dollars. This material does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the United States Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the United States Government.
Sponsored by the United States Government
Education
Improving Literacy & Nutrition in Honduran Schools
U.S. Department of Agriculture McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program
Sponsored by the United States Government
Higher Education Research, Development, and Study Abroad
U.S. Department of State 100,000 Strong in the Americas
Sponsored by the United States Government
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