Rebuilding Trust in Justice, Together
After years of distrust, the Costa Rican courts established a collaborative process for the public to determine how the judiciary should be reformed.
Indigenous Voices Find a Way to Be Heard
By building stronger ties with its Indigenous populations, and including them in policy development, Costa Rica is better able to serve all of its diverse citizens.
Our Voice Must Be Heard
An experienced mother and grandmother and a new government official commit to listen and learn to protect indigenous communities and the environment. See how two women work to empower citizens, remedy past errors, and improve the delivery of health, education and other needed services. And, learn how to build a kitchen in a rainforest.
Building Homes Instead of Houses
To raise living standards, officials listen to what citizens really need.