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A Proclamation on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Pride Month, 2023

In June 1969, a courageous group of Americans rose up to protest the violence and marginalization they faced in what became known as the Stonewall Uprising. Police had raided the Stonewall Inn — a gay bar located in New York City — and for the next six days they clashed with LGBTQI+ protestors, who bravely ... Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 1 June, 2023 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases

US Embassy in Montevideo will fly the Pride flag for the month of June

To celebrate the start of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex (LGBTQI+) Pride Month, Ambassador Fulton raised the Pride flag at the United States Embassy in Montevideo. Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 1 June, 2023 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Press Releases | Tags: Human Rights, lgbt, pride month

Alert: Shortage of Drinking Water in Uruguay

Location: URUGUAY, countrywide Event: The U.S. Embassy has been following recent media reports indicating a potential shortage of drinking water across Uruguay, particularly affecting Montevideo, Canelones, and Lavalleja. Media outlets are reporting the following: The reported water shortage is due to an historic drought affecting all of Uruguay that stems from lack of rains. According to most ... Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 18 May, 2023 | Topics: Alert

The Election of Amy E. Pope as Director General of the International Organization for Migration

Congratulations to Amy E. Pope on her historic win to serve as the next Director General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM). We thank Director General Vitorino for his service and leadership of IOM over the past five years. Ms. Pope’s election reflects a broad endorsement by member states of her vision to keep ... Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 16 May, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases

100K Strong Innovation Fund Announces New Grant Competition for Higher Education Partnerships

This first 100K Strong CLIMA competition supports the Department’s policy goals for a greener, more inclusive, and prosperous Hemisphere through expanded regional education collaboration. Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 4 May, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases

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