Across Latin America, we are navigating an increasingly difficult context defined by shrinking of civic spaces and a growing risk of political repression. That´s why building financial resilience strategies has become essential to sustain our causes and ensure their continuity. Maylí Sepúlveda Toledo, external consultant at COMETA As civil society
Today, Mexico and Central America face an increasingly hostile civic landscape—one that continues to test the resilience of community-based civil society organizations. These grassroots actors play an irreplaceable role: they sustain life and offer real alternatives in territories where government presence is often absent. Their work is not only essential—it
Feminist movements across Latin America have played a pivotal role in securing rights and advancing gender equality. Their collective strength has fueled profound transformations throughout the region and helped shape global discourse. Yet in recent years, these hard-won gains face growing threats: the shrinking of civic space, the rise of
A strategic budget is a financial compass for civil society organizations that helps to stay on course as they work to fulfill their mission in a sustainable, coherent, and effective way. More than just a planning tool, it reflects not only what is currently possible, but also what is truly
Horizontal learning spaces are essential for networks and collective platforms because they recognize that every organization brings valuable knowledge and tools shaped by everyday experience. By fostering peer-to-peer exchange, these spaces promote collective construction, strengthen inter-organizational relationships, and create context-specific solutions. This kind of learning encourages reflection, adaptation, and transformation
Conducting a real-time evaluation (RTE) can lead to a rich process of continuous learning for civil society organizations. Tracking the outcomes and impacts of ongoing projects is essential—not only to account for what we’ve already accomplished, but also to identify areas for improvement. At times, the scope and dynamics of
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