Overview
The states of Maine and Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, have enjoyed a partnership since 1967. Through a wide-ranging number of cooperative projects over a period of 45 years, citizens in both states have gained knowledge and appreciation of each state’s history, culture and language. Cooperative projects aimed at improving the lives of people and their communities range from immediate hands-on assistance such as the construction of wells in drought conditions or materials for a Casa do Maine, to meeting basic development needs such as education and cultural exchanges provided by volunteers with technical and professional expertise. The Chapter’s current focus is two-fold: cultural exchanges in the form of visiting visual artists and the exhibition and publication of their works; promoting social justice through a multi-phased domestic violence project aimed at the prevention, protection and treatment of victims.
Leadership
Chapter Email: US.Maine.Chapter@partners.net
| Position | Name | Contact Information* |
| President | Antonio Rocha | Contact |
| Vice-President | Faye E. Luppi | Contact |
| Treasurer | Barbara Trentacosta | Contact |