en Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:35:40 GMT Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:35:40 GMT http://www.imow.org/calendar/viewEvent?eventId=28 5pm - 8pm
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Beatriz Merino, the first female National Ombudsman of Peru and formerly the prime minister, is an expert in Latin American politics. San Francisco, CA. RESERVE TICKET NOW As the first female Ombudsman in Latin America, Dr. Beatriz Merino has become an independent watchdog and the Defensora del Pueblo (People’s Defender). Since 2005 she has protected the rights of Perú’s citizens - promising to “dedicate (her) work to those who do not have a voice.” Dr. Merino is a tireless advocate for the Peruvian people, legally able and willing to challenge the president, the courts or the police to preserve their rights and freedoms. In 2003, Dr. Merino was the first woman elected as Prime Minister of a Latin American country... ]]> http://www.imow.org/calendar/viewEvent?eventId=28