The U.S. Consulate General Curacao is proud to announce the 2021 cohort from Curacao, Sint Maarten and Aruba for the U.S. Department of State’s Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellowship Program. This program will begin in January 2021 and close in April 2021, bringing together 263 young leaders from 37 countries in Latin …
Read More»U.S. Consulate General Curacao Sponsored English Language Curriculum Assessment
Together with the Curacao Chamber of Commerce & Industry and in partnership with the Government of Curacao, schoolboards, and various local school officials and educators, the U.S. Consulate is proud to be supporting a program to study the development English language curriculum for Curacao schools. Earlier this year, the Curacao Chamber of Commerce & Industry …
Read More»Blackout Tuesday Message
Dear Friends on Curacao, Aruba, Sint Maarten, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba, “Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that” – M.L. King. These are troubling times for America and the world. Reports on the protests on American streets are confusing and painful. So we need to be clear: Americans support peoples’ freedom …
Read More»Happy National Anthem and Flag day to Aruba
IMG_1007 Aruba, Felis dia di himno i bandera! Happy Anthem and Flag day! I’m sorry can’t be in Aruba today with you. As the world is facing difficult times, I want to stress the importance of the friendship between the United Stated and your beautiful island. In the face of this adversity, as with adversity we …
Read More»U.S. Consul General Greenberg and Guests Celebrate 70-Years of Roosevelt House
On March 12, the U.S. Consulate General on Curaçao commemorated the 70th Anniversary of Roosevelt House. In honor of this occasion, U.S. Consul General Greenberg welcomed Curaçao Governor Lucille George-Wout, Bonaire’s Governor Edison Rijna, Prime Minister Eugene Rhuggenaath, and other dignitaries and invited guests. In his speech Consul General Greenberg said: “Today the world is …
Read More»Consul General Greenberg enjoyed Museo Ka’i Orgel experience
On October 8, Consul General Allen Greenberg visited the Museo Ka’i Orgel where he viewed and experienced one of Curaçao’s traditional musical instruments. ”I enjoyed the opportunity to learn about the history of the Ka’i Orgel and saw how the instrument is made by autodidact Serapio Pinedo. I liked playing the waltz and mazurka on the Ka’i Orgel …
Read More»USS TORNADO Crew Participates in Community Project with Fundashon Venex
United States Navy Patrol Boat USS Tornado (PC-14) visited Curacao October 3-5. Last Saturday, crew members participated in a community relations project for, and together with, non-profit foundation Fundashon Venex. With the crew provided paint and supplies, they refurbished a building and conducted landscaping of the property. Venex plans to open a Center for Education …
Read More»Incoming U.S. Consul General to Curacao and Chief of Mission to Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Saba, Sint Eustatius, and Sint Maarten Allen Greenberg
The United States Consulate General in Curacao is pleased to announce the appointment of Consul General Allen Greenberg
Read More»New, increased fees for international students, exchange visitors, SEVP-certified schools
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalized changes to fees charged by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to international students, exchange visitors and SEVP-certified schools.
Read More»U.S. Consul General Hawthorne Hosts Visit of United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green
U.S. Consul General Margaret Hawthorne hosted the visit of United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green on February 18 and 19. Ambassador Green was sworn in as the 18th USAID Administrator in August 2017. Prior to joining USAID, he served as president of the International Republican Institute, a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated …
Read More»U.S. Consul General Hawthorne Hosts Visit of U.S. Admiral Craig Faller
Admiral Faller attended the unveiling of the USS ERIE Memorial plaque at Koredor in honor of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedom.
Read More»Secretary Pompeo Gives Remarks at the Organization of American States
On January 23, in solidarity with the Venezuelan people, and out of respect for Venezuelan democracy, the United States proudly recognized National Assembly President Juan Guaido as the interim president of Venezuela. On January 24, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo addressed the Organization of American States and called on all our partners and responsible …
Read More»Workplace Harassment Symposium at U.S. Consulate
.S. Consul General Margaret Hawthorne hosted the second annual Women’s Day Event at Roosevelt House.
Read More»American Women’s Club supports charitable organizations
On June 8, representatives of various charitable organizations met with AWC members at the United States Consulate General to receive their donations and make brief presentations about their organizations.
Read More»U.S. Forward Operating Location Welcomes New Commander
On June 7, Lieutenant Colonel James E. Wells relinquished command of the United States Forward Operating Locations (USFOL) on Curaçao and Aruba to Lieutenant Colonel Joseph T. Clancy III.
Read More»The theme for World AIDS Day 2017 is “Increasing Impact through Transparency, Accountability and Partnerships.”
The theme for World AIDS Day 2017 is “Increasing Impact through Transparency, Accountability and Partnerships.”
Read More»Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Torpedoing and Honoring of the Fallen of the USS Erie
The Following is an excerpt from the Classified report on the sinking of the USS Erie by U-163; from the Commanding Officer of the USS Erie to the Secretary of the Navy, 9th of December, 1942 The USS Erie was torpedoed on the afternoon of the 12th of November, 1942, while flagship of the convoy …
Read More»U.S. Consulate General Curacao Announces Continuation of Program for U.S. Study
U.S. Consulate General Curacao is pleased to announce the continuation of the U.S. Department of State’s EducationUSA Academy Program
Read More»Notice for U.S. citizens – Aftermath of Hurricane Irma – Sitrep 10
The Department continues to monitor requests from U.S. citizens in Sint Maarten. Concerned citizens may contact the Department at IrmaEmergencyUSC@state.gov The Department received information that the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line ship Majesty of the Seas will make a humanitarian visit to Sint Maarten to deliver supplies and board passengers seeking to depart the island. The …
Read More»Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Seas Ports in Curacao with Evacuees from St. Maarten
On Sunday, Royal Caribbean International’s Adventure of the Seas made a humanitarian stop in St. Maarten to drop off supplies and evacuate more than 300 people following Hurricane Irma. Before reaching Puerto Rico, the final destination of the cruise, the ship docked in Curacao today, before heading to Aruba. Staff of the U.S. Consulate General …
Read More»Notice for U.S. Citizens: Aftermath of Hurricane Irma – Sitrep 7
Evacuation flights have resumed today, September 12. Proceed to the airport immediately. Expect long wait times. There is no running water at the airport. If possible, bring enough bottled water with you to last the day. Passengers may be allowed one small carry-on bag. Medications and other essential items should be carried on your person. Only service …
Read More»U.S. Consulate General Donates Mosquito Nets to Sehos’ Maternity Ward
U.S. Consul General Margaret Hawthorne and Acting ADC Director Liane Virginia-Cova donated 30 king size mosquito nets for the Sehos Hospital maternity ward.
Read More»U.S. Secretary Tillerson Releases 2017 TIP Report
On June 27, U.S. Secretary of State Tillerson released the 2017 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) report.
Read More»USFOL Volunteers Bring Joy to the Community
For the month of June, 29 volunteers participated in 3 local non-profit events totaling 78 hours.
Read More»U.S. Consulate Volunteers Join Oil Spill Cleanup Efforts
The United States Consulate General, in coordination with the Curaçao Sea Turtle Conservation, RAC/REMPEITC Caribbean, and the International Maritime Organization, is proud to do its part today in keeping Curaçao clean, green, and pristine for the people of today and children of tomorrow. Toward that end, on June 2, consulate employees volunteered to assist with …
Read More»Nos Pais TV Aired Live Interview with Consul General Hawthorne
U.S. Consul General Margaret Hawthorne was interviewed live at the studio of Nos Pais TV. During the interview she spoke about the International Women’s Day event that took place at the U.S. Consulate General earlier this week. “The best outcome of the women’s movement was that is gave women the right to choose,” CG Hawthorne said. …
Read More»Pal’i Muhé; Women Today Event at U.S. Consulate
On Tuesday, March 28, U.S. Consul General Margaret Hawthorne organized a panel discussion at Roosevelt House to highlight the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. After all, the world celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8, which was the day that also marked a call to action for accelerating gender parity. The panel …
Read More»Consul General Hawthorne: “I am excited about our newly designed website”
Consul General Margaret Hawthorne and the staff of U.S. Consulate General Curacao are excited about the release of its newly redesigned website, which improves user experience and accessibility.
Read More»USFOL Continues Support of Fundashon Amigunan di Cristo
On February 2, 2017, seven members from the U.S. Forward Operating Location (USFOL) supported Fundashon Amigunan di Cristo (FUIK) with loading and transporting 17 mattresses, bedframes, headboards, box springs, 34 pillows, and 2 mini-fridges donated by a local hotel.
Read More»USFOL Volunteers Bring Games and Music to Fundashon Amigunan di Cristo
On January 13, 2017, twelve members from the U.S. Forward Operating Location (USFOL) supported a community event with FUIK (Fundashon Amigunan di Cristo). The USFOL members organized games, music and shared refreshments with 120 children. Since 2000, the USFOL has built strong partnerships with local community-based organizations to express their appreciation for the hospitality they …
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