Spanning some of the most biodiverse landscapes on Earth, the Tropical Andes in South America are home to hundreds of Indigenous and Afro-descendant communities whose stewardship sustains vital forests, watersheds, and ecosystems. Yet gaps in data on land tenure and its relationship to critical environmental indicators have long obscured the full scope of their territories...Read More

In a small community in Honduras, a young boy no longer wakes up to dirt floors that fill his home with dust and parasites. Instead, he plays on a smooth, concrete surface, which is a simple change that brings dignity, health, and stability to his life and home. In neighboring countries, families affected by hurricanes...Read More

September 16th, marked the International Day of Science, Technology, and Innovation for the South, a day that recognizes the vital role that technology plays in advancing sustainable development, reducing inequalities, and strengthening resilience across the Global South.  At Cadasta, we believe that innovation is most powerful when it’s not imposed from the outside, but built...Read More

This month, Cadasta bids a heartfelt farewell to Board Member Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken, whose six years of service on our Board of Directors have left a lasting mark on our organization.  Tosca is an internationally recognized expert with more than 30 years of experience in international development, civil society, and nonprofit leadership. Over the course...Read More

Last week, leaders from governments, businesses, philanthropy, and civil society convened in New York City for Climate Week NYC 2025, one of the world’s largest annual gatherings dedicated to advancing climate action. With climate impacts accelerating, from biodiversity loss to land degradation and displacement, the conversations happening in New York are more urgent than ever. ...Read More