On Sunday, July 7, Dr. Martha S. Braga died peacefully at her home in Washington, D.C. Dr.
Braga was born in Mercedes, Uruguay, on Sept 4, 1942, and spent much of her adult life in
the Washington, D.C. area. She worked as an attorney for the Organization of American
States, particularly on the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights. She lived a full life,
was an accomplished painter with a passion for bricolage, and traveled worldwide. She most
enjoyed her time with loved ones, including her family, close friends, and colleagues. She is
survived by her son Marcelo Banderas, daughter-in-law Kirsten Dykmans, and her
grandsons Sebastian and Tomas.