Overview
The Chile Chapter has worked fruitfully together with its counterpart, the Washington State Chapter, since 1985.
During these years, the Working Committees have developed interesting projects that have contributed significantly to the progress of the educational, social, cultural and political life of our country. Thus, during this period there have been exchanges of professionals in the areas of medicine, psychology, art, education, literature, addiction rehabilitation, and environment. Special mention should be made of the training of paramedics for emergency vehicles and firefighters, including the handling of hazardous materials. Exhibitions of glass sculptures at the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes; visit by the principal dancer of the Seattle Ballet Company; participation of a Native American mask artist and his presentation of dances at the International Artisan Fair organized by the Universidad Católica de Chile; concerts and master classes given by a pianist and harpsichordist; a month-long stay at the University of Washington by a Chilean photographer as part of the Artist in Resident program; an exhibition of photographs by a Native American artist in Santiago and Temuco, and his visit to Mapuche communities in that city and other ethnic groups in the capital.
The development of programs with ESL teachers and binational institutes has been especially successful.
The Chile Chapter has also played a special role in the selection and reception of participants in the “Youth Ambassadors” program.
For the development of our activities we have counted with the support of Chilean and North American government offices, binational institutes, private and state universities, museums, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, etc.
OUR INTERESTS
For the creation, development and execution of projects, Partners Chile works on the basis of committees: Art and Culture; Education; Health; Citizen Participation, Social Development Commission, and Environment. However, we understand that the best way to optimize efforts and take advantage of the talents and contacts of the partners is to work together. This work strategy has led to greater integration and has provided a greater richness in the creation and development of programs.
This way of working allows us to cover a wide range of interests, ranging from all levels of education to integral improvement, language training, first aid, social relations, human rights, rehabilitation, artistic expressions, etc.
Leadership
Chapter Email: [email protected]
| Position | Name | Contact Information* |
| President | Elena Torres S. | Contact |
| Vice President | Maria Teresa Herrero A. | Contact |
| Secretary | Jacqueline E. Nunez E. | Contact |
