Across the globe, communities are shaping democratic futures—sometimes in the face of great adversity.
In Burma, grassroots movements build inclusive governance structures amid a brutal conflict. In Canada, civil society defends civil liberties and human rights as cornerstones of democracy. And in Guatemala, Indigenous women lead efforts to ensure peace and democracy are reaching those long excluded.WHAT'S INSIDE
In your November Bulletin, find stories from Inter Pares counterparts and allies that highlight the power of collective action and the enduring struggle to make democracy real, just and representative for all.
For women in Ixcán, Guatemala, a remote, predominantly Mayan municipality, building a peacetime democracy that serves everyone is entwined with advocating for their rights.
Tim McSorley, ICLMG’s coordinator, spoke with us about how defending civil liberties is essential to protecting democracy.
As civil war rages in Burma, people are laying the foundations for a future democracy.
