What do we do?

Programs

In Project Difa, we develop social intervention projects in favor of individuals in conditions or situations of vulnerability due to gender, age, identity, or belonging.

We carry out various projects and campaigns to fulfill our social purpose, mission, and institutional objectives. Additionally, we have institutional programs that allow us to engage in continuous work over time to achieve long-term goals.

"Estación Juventud" is our main institutional program, which has been implemented since 2011 in municipalities in Chiapas. It is a Human Development program for indigenous youth.

The "Escuela de Cine Documental" is a program that has been ongoing since 2014, in coordination with other actors from organized civil society. It focuses on training in documentary filmmaking, the production of documentary films by indigenous directors, and the dissemination of documentaries.

Projects

Every year, Project Difa develops specific projects, which are often financially supported by public and private entities at the local, national, and international levels. These funds are obtained by submitting our projects to competitions in the calls for proposals that open each year (both public and private). We also seek direct donations, for which we issue tax-deductible receipts since we are an authorized charitable organization. Additionally, we secure funding through donations from North American foundations, facilitated by our status as a recognized charitable organization in the United States.

These projects are primarily designed around the following themes: Health and Well-being, Arts and Culture, Economy, Environment, Education, Gender Equality, and Education.

Although our headquarters are in Chiapas and most of our projects are carried out in this state, we typically undertake annual projects or specific actions in Tabasco, Veracruz, Campeche, Quintana Roo, and Yucatán.

Our work is characterized by a primary focus on, by, and for children, adolescents, and youth.

Our strategies for project and program development are fundamentally Documentation, Research, Training, and Self-management. Each of our projects is based on a gender, generational, and transcultural perspective within the framework of the daily exercise of human rights. Each project and program involves individuals with extensive experience, training relevant to the work to be undertaken, and demonstrated human and social commitment. We strive for the work of Project Difa to consistently be ethical and professional.

Courses and training

Project Difa also serves as a platform for training, learning, and exchanging experiences. We have developed various formats for "Workshops," "Courses," and "Diplomas" on different topics. These can be contracted directly through our administrative department or can be requested for free when the need of the requesting group is demonstrated, or when some form of exchange is proposed.

Currently, you can hire or request training in the area of self-care for emotional health.

It is possible to engage Project Difa for matters related to the promotion and strengthening of civil society organizations, such as the establishment of a civil association or assistance with procedures related to CLUNI registration or the application for authorized charitable status. These services are sporadically provided only in special cases in line with our social purpose.

Alliances and Networks

Project Difa works in coordination with educational institutions, local public institutions, and, most importantly, with other civil society organizations.

We also maintain constant involvement in various networks of organizations (including inter-institutional networks) that are formed for territorial, thematic, or population-related reasons.

Above all, we maintain a close relationship of trust with various organizations whose missions align with ours, particularly those with strong track records of working with, by, and for young people.