El Directorio Guatemala (The Guatemala Directory) facilitates and promotes greater connections, collaborations and professional development for organizations that focus on community development and social justice in Guatemala. We do this by providing access to our online Directory containing information about these organizations; as well as through the creation of virtual and in person spaces such as webinars, networking events and professional development opportunities wherein member organizations can connect, learn, share and collaborate.
Why are we doing it?
El Directorio Guatemala grew out of a recognition that there are countless organizations - NGOs, social enterprises, non profit, community groups, government agencies and more - both inside and outside of Guatemala working towards shared community development and social justice goals. However, most are working in relative silos, unaware of each other's work and the many opportunities that exist to work together better. In 2019 our founder collaborated in a research project on the topic of inter-organizational collaboration in Guatemala and Ecuador. The results found that that most organizations in NGO and CBO sector do want to inform themselves about the work of others in the sector and find ways to collaborate more, but lack the time and/or resources to pursue this.
What is our mission and vision?
Mission
To connect and support NGOs, CBOs and other organizations working with Guatemalan communities through the creation and promotion of opportunities for organizational collaboration and professional development; thereby supporting the development of a healthier and more efficient sector that is able to have a further reaching impact on vulnerable Guatemalan communities and individuals.
Vision
That organizations focused on community development and social justice in Guatemala to have a strong awareness and understanding of each other's work and practices. Organizations in the sector will be better informed about relevant projects and initiatives, and be able to easily make impactful connections and collaborations that will enhance their own work and thus ability to serve Guatemalan communities.
How can my organization join?
We invite you to join our growing community of local and international organizations that are ready to start working better together for Guatemalan communities! To become a member and create your own organization profile FREE, the first step is to fill this form. We will then contact you to further discuss your work, answers any questions you might have, and work together to complete your organizational profile! As a member of the community you'll have access to our webinars, networking events, professional opportunities and more!
Still have some questions?
Check out this information session to learn more about El Directorio Guatemala and how your organization can join to take advantage of networking spaces with other NGOs, and learning opportunities for your own organization's development.
KEY MOMENTS:
1:58 Overview of session content
2:24 The challenge and goals of EDG, how it started
7:13 Our solution, how we support organizations to connect
11:59 Activities and opportunities to come in 2024
14:50 How to create your organizational profile and your free account
20:59 Membership options
If you have any further questions, please contact us.
Ready to join the Directory Guatemala community? Simply complete this form and we will contact you to complete your organizational profile.
Our team
Katie Brickwood
Co-founder and Director
Katie co-founded El Directorio Guatemala project in 2020 after her involvement in a 2019 research report into inter-organizational collaboration. Originally from Australia, Katie has worked in community consulting and social innovation in Guatemala since 2018 and has extensive experience working with communities and in government and non-government organizations for over 10 years in an international context. Katie lives in Antigua.
Deborah De La Cruz
Project Officer
Deborah joined the project in March 2021 and provides crucial support with organizational outreach, social media, research and report writing. Debbie completed her studies in Fundraising in Spain and has 5 years experience working with Foundations and NGOs in Guatemala. Debbie lives just outside of Guatemala City and has a deep local knowledge and understanding of the NGO sector in Guatemala.
Our partners
