The Puentes for Development in Central America Foundation offers CADF participants the opportunity to engage with a diversity of voices, including victims, civil society actors and committed donors who courageously and resolutely work in a challenging and complex environment. Victims of nationality deprivation continue to organize and fight for their rights and dignity. Those in exile have united and spearheaded the “Be Human” campaign, which advocates for the release of political prisoners. Persecuted and criminalized civil society organizations are rebuilding and mobilizing in a new context, driven by their fundamental motivation: the restoration of citizens’ rights and freedoms in their country. In turn, donors are creating spaces to co-invest in such efforts. Puentes’ philosophy and guiding principle is to build bridges and foster a convergence of paths and visions in the pursuit of justice and a secure return to a homeland of liberty and democracy. The Foundation has collaborated closely with partners, friends and allies to ensure that a visit to their headquarters will inspire attendees and contribute to a peaceful and democratic transformation in Nicaragua.

Note: Participation in this site visit requires advanced registration. Space is limited. To register for this site visit (or other breakfast sessions, lunch sessions and site visits), please visit the registration desk at the Marriott Hotel and our friendly staff will help you. To check if you are registered or waitlisted for this session, please click here.