Recently, Alejandro Suárez, president of the Hispanic Social Assembly (ASH), was invited to participate in an event organized by the Board of Directors of the LIBRE Foundation, an organization that works for the well-being and integration of immigrants in the United States. During the event, Alejandro shared his personal experience as an immigrant in the U.S., detailing not only the challenges of adapting to a new culture and society but also his commitment to improving the living conditions of Latin American communities through initiatives like ASH.

In his speech, Alejandro addressed the serious issue faced by Latin American producers, who are trapped in a vicious cycle of poverty and delays due to the lack of access to international markets and trade intermediaries. He explained how traditional intermediary structures, which favor large corporations and external actors, prevent small producers from receiving a fair value for their work and products. This situation not only perpetuates poverty in rural areas of Latin America but also hinders the economic and social development of the region.

Through ASH, Alejandro proposed a concrete solution: the development of a multilateral platform that acts as a bridge between Latin American producers and international markets. The idea is to eliminate intermediaries, create strategic alliances, and foster fairer, more transparent trade. During his speech, he urged attendees to reflect on the need for public policies and international cooperation programs aimed at creating real change in local economies, providing producers with the tools needed to access broader markets and improve their living conditions. This message was well received by the attendees, who recognized the importance of supporting projects like ASH to break the barriers that keep many Latin American communities in poverty.