Violence and crime are the main drivers of mass immigration from Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador into the United States. These countries form a region known as the Northern Triangle, which ranks in the top 10 worldwide for homicide, corruption, drug trafficking and gang violence. Over the past several decades, a significant amount of U.S. funds have been allocated to the war on drugs, rather than for security, peace and development. As conflict continues to escalate in Central America, how can the U.S. mitigate the violence, support and strengthen rule of law, and curb immigration?
Speakers: Steve Olive Acting Senior Deputy Assistant Administrator for Latin America, USAID, Opening Remarks
Lisa Haugaard Executive Director, Latin America Working Group
Steve Hege Senior Expert, Colombia, U.S. Institute of Peace
Adam Isacson Director for Defense Oversight, WOLA
Enrique Roig Director, Citizen Security Practice Area Creative Associates International
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