Organizacion del Pueblo Indigena Mepha'a A.C. (OPIM)
Country
MexicoOrganization
Organizacion del Pueblo Indigena Mepha'a A.C. (OPIM)
OPIM was founded in 1994 in the Costa Chica region of Mexico’s Guerrero state, in response to grave human rights violations by the controlling Mexican army. In addition to human rights defense, OPIM works to transform the causes of poverty and social exclusion that affect the Mepha’a people through community organizing and grassroots community development.
Project
Community Organizing and Development Planning
To increase OPIM's capacity, technical skills and actions aimed at improving community health, agricultural production and the ability of indigenous people to defend their rights.
| Project Grant Amount | $15,000 |
| Total Grants Received | $45,000 |
| Years Supported | 3 |
| Theme | Sustainable Development |
| Population Served | Indigenous People |
