Chilean solidarity organizations are preparing for a significant national gathering scheduled for November 28-29, bringing together activists from across the country to coordinate enhanced support efforts for Cuba. The event will unite members of movement groups from multiple cities including Coquimbo, La Serena, Santiago, Talca, Valdivia, Ovalle, Concepcion, and Valparaiso.
According to Sary Olmos of the Chilean-Cuban Friendship House in Viña del Mar, the assembly will serve as a strategic platform for delegates to evaluate their annual activities and develop coordinated responses to Cuba’s pressing challenges. The agenda features comprehensive sessions dedicated to analyzing the effectiveness of current advocacy work and formulating strengthened strategies against the long-standing US economic blockade.
The timing of this conference holds particular significance as participants will also address Cuba’s recovery needs following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa. Olmos emphasized that many Chilean organizations have maintained sustained efforts to deliver essential supplies and medical aid to Cuba, and are now redirecting focus toward a targeted campaign assisting the hardest-hit eastern provinces.
Preparations for this major solidarity event have been underway since May, characterized by what Olmos described as ‘tremendous enthusiasm, responsibility, and commitment’ from participating groups. The convergence of activists from diverse Chilean regions represents a consolidated national effort to amplify humanitarian assistance and political advocacy for Cuba during a period of compounded difficulties.