
News and Announcements

Attention Princeton University undergrads!

PiLA is Hiring: Join Our Team as a Part-Time Program Associate!
Are you passionate about international development and eager to support a dynamic nonprofit organization? Princeton in Latin America (PiLA) is excited to announce that we are hiring a part-time Program Associate to help manage our current fellowship cohort and the 2025-2026 application cycle. If you're looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit management while making a positive impact, this role could be perfect for you!

Seeking PiLA alums to judge the first annual PiLA Fellowship Photography Contest!
As part of our ongoing efforts to celebrate the incredible work of our fellows across Latin America and the Caribbean, Princeton in Latin America (PiLA) is excited to announce our First Annual Fellowship Photography Contest! This contest will showcase the unique experiences and profound impacts our fellows are making on the ground, and we want you—our esteemed alumni—to play a key role.

Register for our upcoming virtual information session!
Please join us next week for a Virtual Information Session discussing the PiLA Fellowship Program, application process, and more!
Get your questions answered directly from the PiLA Executive Director and learn from the experiences of our former and current PiLA Fellows.
Register for the virtual information session via the QR code in the flyer or by clicking here!

PiLA Application Portal is Now Live: Apply Today for the 2025-2026 Fellowship Cohort!
We are excited to announce that the Princeton in Latin America (PiLA) application portal is officially open! We are now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 fellowship cohort. If you’re passionate about contributing to organizations making a difference in Latin America and are eager to embark on a transformative journey of service and professional growth, this is your opportunity to join a dynamic and impactful program.

Introducing the PiLA Book Club: Join Us for an Inspiring Journey with Solito: A Memoir by Javier Zamora!
(July 18, 2024) We are excited to introduce a new initiative that brings together our passionate and diverse community in a unique and enriching way – the PiLA Book Club! This book club aims to foster a deeper understanding of the cultural, social, and historical contexts of the regions we serve, while also providing a platform for meaningful discussion and connection among our members.

Haley Anderson joins PiLA as Executive Director
(June 3, 2024). The board of Princetin in Latin America is pleased to announce the appointment of Haley Anderson as PiLA’s new full-time Executive Director effective immediately. Haley has supported PiLA as a consultant during our relaunch, helping to evaluate and interview candidates for the 2024/25 cohort and managing our orientation program. She holds a PhD in non-profit management from Northern Arizona State University and spent the past year as a visiting scholar at Princeton’s School of Public and International Affairs. She previously served

Spring 2024 Update: PiLA Welcomes its 2024/25 Cohort
(April 15, 2024) Princeton in Latin America is pleased to announce our 2024/25 cohort of fellows, the first since operations were suspended during the Covid pandemic. This year’s cohort will include 14 fellows who will be working with 6 host organizations in Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, and Mexico.

SUMMER 2023 UPDATE: PiLA Relaunch
To the PiLA Community:
We are happy to announce that Princeton in Latin America (PiLA), after a period of dormancy due to the global pandemic, is planning to reopen its doors to continue its mission to provide recent college graduates with service experiences in Latin America and the Caribbean, and to advance the socioeconomic development objectives of partner organizations throughout the region. We hope to count on your continued support at this important time for our organization.