Teal Organization: The Future of Work?

Image about Teal Organization showing two people collaborating and pointing to ideas in a workspace, accompanied by a symbolic illustration of strategic facilitation. The logos of COMETA and ECOS appear in the background, highlighting collaboration and resilience for civil society.

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, and efficient way? Anna Langheinrich, […]

Lessons for a Leadership Transition with Care: Insights from Civil Society

Group of diverse colleagues applauding a smiling woman during a leadership transition, symbolizing recognition and support in civil society organizations. ECOS and COMETA logos visible at the top.

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 want our leadership transition to […]

How to Institutionalize Institutional Development?

Visual illustration of institutional development showing a hand-drawn scheme of organizational relationships, with logos from COMETA and ECOS—initiatives focused on strengthening civil society.

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 dynamics. It’s not enough to […]

Why Is Self-Care for Civil Society Organizations Essential in Strategic Planning?

Six hands, each forming a fist, join together in a circular formation against a vibrant gradient background of blue, purple, and orange. The image symbolizes unity, collective strength, and mutual support—key elements of self-care for civil society organizations. The logos of ECOS and COMETA reinforce the message of resilience and strategic transformation within the sector.

Self-care for civil society organizations is not a luxury or indulgence but an essential requirement to ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of our efforts toward social transformation. This perspective draws inspiration from feminist movements and collective practices. Anna Langheinrich, senior consultant at Colectivo Meta The Origin of Self-Care for Civil Society Organizations: A Political Act […]