Santa Barbara Committee

Human Rights Watch established a presence in Southern California more than a decade ago, convinced that the unique population, influence and resources of the region could be mobilized to defend human rights around the world. In Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, a vibrant community of supporters are engaged in raising awareness of human rights abuses, building financial support for Human Rights Watch, and strengthening HRW's local research and advocacy. The California Committee was co-founded in Los Angeles by Jane Olson and Stanley Sheinbaum in 1989, and expanded to Santa Barbara in 2005. Committee members make a financial commitment to Human Rights Watch and participate regularly in outreach events and advocacy campaigns.

Santa Barbara Committee 
Graciela Montgomery, Chair
Roman Baratiak 
Christine Fletcher 
William Fletcher 
Maggie Guerin, 
Megan Karsh 
Jeanne Newman, Event Co-Chair 
Kelsey Offield 
Carol Sacks, Event Co-Chair 
John Steed, Vice Chair Emeritus 
Barbara Delaune Warren 
Susan Washing, Vice Chair Emerita 
Michelle Weinman