Executive Director, Alma Cívica
Social psychologist and Executive Director of Alma Cívica, promoting a new approach to politics through citizen formation and democracy strengthening. Former TECHO Paraguay General Director. Over 15 years of experience in participatory methodologies, collaborative projects, and citizen engagement. Co-founder of En Común Paraguay, member of Voces Vitales, and other networks.
This session will bring together dynamic young leaders, advocates, and activists to discuss and showcase how youth-led initiatives are playing a pivotal role in shaping democratic engagement through innovative projects. The session will inspire attendees with concrete examples of advocacy work led by youth cohort members who have received advocacy grants, demonstrating the impact of their efforts in driving democratic change. With Ismael Paez Civico (Youth Forum), Natalia Gómez Solano (Special Adviser on Youth to the EU) , Olga Caballero (Alma Civica, Paraguay) and McDonald Lewanika (Accountability Lab South Africa)
With Youssef El Idrissi (Kounaktif pour les arts et les cultures, Morocco) and Olga Caballero (Alma Civica, Paraguay)