The Organization of American States (OAS): Strengthening Unity, Democracy, and Human Rights in the Americas

This article is an informative expository overview that outlines the purpose, structure, and significance of the Organization of American States (OAS). It functions as a foundational reference for understanding the organization’s historical background, core principles, institutional framework, and role in promoting democracy, human rights, security, and development in the Western Hemisphere. Designed to educate a general or policy-interested audience, it blends factual description with normative rationale to emphasize the OAS’s continued relevance in regional cooperation and global diplomacy.