The Summer School on Latin America united outstanding participants: young researchers, specialists, and enthusiasts committed to advancing Russia-Latin America relations.
Andrey Chistyakov, 1st-year master’s student at Lomonosov Moscow State University and graduate of Samara University:
«The Summer School was wonderful; immense gratitude to the organizers at all levels! It was very pleasant and interesting to spend time in such a team!».
Abi Rihan Avila Victor, employee of the Coordination Council of Russian Compatriots in Brazil:
«I return not only with confidence to contribute but also with joy from realizing that there are bright and hospitable people around me».
Vera Konistratenko, employee of the Embassy of Mexico in the Russian Federation:
“For me, the School was an opportunity to hear specialized experts and meet them personally. It was curious and pleasant to see how the experts themselves took notes on each other’s presentations; I am sure this experience was enriching for them too. For me, it definitely was—I learned many new details about the interaction between the public sector and NGOs, as well as various specialized institutions”.
Maria Shpak, employee of the Institute of World Economy and International Relations (IMEMO RAS):
«This was the best field school. For the intensive program, new knowledge, and the chance to become friends—thank you to everyone!»
Ksenia Kryukova, 3rd-year student at Southwest State University (SWSU), correspondent for the press service:
«Thanks to the Latin America School, I took a confident step into the world of public diplomacy and met talented Latin American studies specialists».
These vibrant personalities and their experiences further confirm that the School is becoming a powerful platform for nurturing a new generation of specialists capable of building strong bridges between Russia and Latin America.️
Photos: Alexander Zaitsev | Gorchakov Foundation
