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.

Citizen Councils Renew Hope in Paraguay

The fight against poverty encourages Paraguay’s government to engage citizens in meeting their daily needs. See how municipal development councils are partnering with citizens to fight nutrition, build a social safety net, improve roads and bridges, and, in doing so, reconnect with communities.