Margarita Seminario

Deputy Director, Americas Program, Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)

An expert on issues related to democracy and governance, with more than 20 years´ experience in these areas.  She is dedicated to the promotion of strong and resilient institutions, as well as encouraging the participation and citizen involvement. She has worked in the cooperation and international development sector – International Foundation for Electoral System, IREX, Chemonics International, and the Center for International Development of the state university of New York.

Her specific research interests include international development, governance and Rule of Law, transparency and accountability, and the political participation of frequently marginalized groups such as women, youth and indigenous peoples.