We promote democracy, security, and freedom in Latin America and the Caribbean
The most trusted center on security and democracy in the region, driving impact through research and advocacy at the highest level.
Learn MoreLatest Report
Oil for Repression: How Venezuela Financed Cuba's Repressive Machinery
This investigation exposes how Venezuela transferred billions in oil to Cuba to fund a foreign-backed system of repression. The report documents how Cuban operatives embedded themselves in Venezuela's intelligence and security apparatus, controlling surveillance, military operations, and social control, turning oil into a tool for authoritarian consolidation and widespread human rights abuses.
Explore the findingsPrevious Report
Autechcracy: How China's Technology Enables Venezuela's Digital Dictatorship
An in-depth investigation on how Chinese technology, surveillance systems, and data infrastructure are being used to sustain authoritarian control in Venezuela. The report documents the role of Chinese companies in telecom dominance, mass surveillance, digital identity systems, and military repression.
Explore the findingsOur Vision
Driving impact through research and advocacy
We promote safety, prosperity, and democratic governance across the region through evidence-based policy and strategic engagement.
Security
We promote safety and economic prosperity in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Democracy
We advocate for innovative, efficient, democratic, and accountable governance through evidence-based policy recommendations.
Freedom
We believe in individual liberties and the free market as foundations for prosperity.
Transparency
We tackle corruption and encourage the use of technology for good governance.
Migration
We create policies for people forced to flee from authoritarian regimes.
Human Rights
We all require dignity, respect, and fairness.
Get In Touch
Contact Us
We would love to speak with you. Feel free to reach out.