The institute
Institute for the Promotion of Latin America and the Caribbean
Building bridges
At the heart of our mission is a commitment to bringing people together in meaningful conversations, transcending geographic and political borders. While Latin America and the Caribbean remains our focal point, our scope goes much further, encompassing Europe, Africa and Asia. This inter-continental perspective reflects our dedication to creating connections that resonate on a truly global scale.
Strengthening transcontinental ties since 2006
IPDAL has steadily grown in scope and impact, solidifying its position as Portugal’s leading think and action tank. As we navigate the complexities of an ever-changing world, IPDAL is at the forefront, shaping discussions and contributing to the development of innovative solutions to the main problems of the century
Corporate bodies
General Assembly
Ivan Gonçalves
President
João Novais de Paula
Honorary President
Sofia Vieira
Secretary
Sofia Vieira
Secretary
Management
Paulo Neves
President
Jorge Costa
Vice-President
Alexandre Barata
Board Member
Cátia Moreira de Carvalho
Board Member
Maria Antonieta Gálvez Kruger
Board Member
Catarina Calé
Chief of Cabinet
Filipe Domingues
Vogais
Supervisory Board
João Santos
President
João Novais de Paula
Honorary President
José Gavino
Vice-President
Tomás Gonçalves
Secretary
Tomás Gonçalves
Member
Advisory Board
Minerva Lara Batista
Honorary President
Regina Bastos
Vice-President
Members
Carlos Maurício Barbosa
Diogo Santana Lopes
José Paulo do Carmo
Luís Ferreira dos Santos
Maria do Céu Garcia
Maria Elvira Pombo Holguín
María Salvadora Ortiz
Maria Renée Gomes
Vasco Becker-Weinberg
