With the publication of Reinventing Organizations by Frederic Laloux, the concept of Teal organization has gained traction as a compelling alternative to traditional management models. In a world where rigid hierarchies and bureaucratic systems are increasingly losing relevance, a key question emerges: Can we work in a more flexible, humane,
Leadership transitions aren’t always predictable. Sometimes they arise from personal decisions, life changes, internal tensions, or sheer exhaustion. Others stem from generational shifts that are already becoming evident across many organizations and movements. That’s why, even if a planned departure isn’t yet on the horizon, reflecting now on how we
Donors play a vital role in sustaining the work of civil society organizations. But beyond financial support, what actions do partner-oriented donors take to truly help us advance our missions? In this article, we highlight five best practices that define a partner-oriented donor. Tonatiuh Paz Aguilar, Senior Consultant at COMETA
When we talk about institutional development for civil society organizations, we’re referring to a key dimension –yet often overlooked– in the consolidation and sustainability of our work. One of its essential components is institutional design: that is, how our organization is structured in terms of frameworks, rules, processes, and internal
Sometimes we think a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) system has to be super complex. But it’s possible to start building an in-house MEL system without a big investment of time or resources—and it can lay the groundwork for a better understanding of how our processes are performing and their
When we look for high-level strategic facilitation, we don’t just need someone to guide the conversation or help us follow an agenda. What we truly need is a process that: — María Mac Gregor, Junior Consultant at Colectivo Meta. We want a space where every voice matters and where we
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