The Hispanic Council on International Relations (HCIR) is dedicated to foster greater awareness of global affairs, to encourage and promote Hispanic American participation in international relations and to heighten the Hispanic voice in foreign policy formulation and implementation.

Located in Washington, D.C. , we are in close contact with policy makers, community leaders, and international development organizations, among others actively involved in international issues.  We work with these contacts to provide a platform for U.S. Hispanics to participate in the international arena.

The Council holds forums on issues of increasing importance to the U.S. Hispanic community in cities throughout the United States.  Expert speakers have addressed our membership. Visit our Programs page to learn more about these and other activities.

In addition, each year HCIR bestows an International Leadership Award, which recognizes a leader who has promoted increased U.S. engagement abroad, in particular in the Western Hemisphere, or who has promoted increased U.S. Hispanic participation in international affairs.

Explore our Web site and learn more about our mission and programs.  Use our extensive Links for your important research. Visit our Sponsors page to see who supports our activities.  

HCIR is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit, nonpartisan organization. We thank our sponsors for their support.

Certificate of Appreciation, United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

"In recognition of your valuable efforts and contributions to the advancement of Hispanic Americans in the field of foreign relations and international development." 

HCIR Vice Chairwoman Rita DiMartino received the Award on HCIR's behalf.

"In recognition of your commitment to cooperation and friendship between the United States and the Dominican Republic, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development commends HCIR for its contribution to forging new ties between the United States and the Dominican Republic. You are demonstrating that together, we can rebuild communities and turn disaster into hope for the future."

HCIR's Official Endorsement of Trade Promotion Authority and the Free Trade Area of the Americas

HCIR's Official Endorsement of the Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement