“My family has not had water for three months. We pay $20 per month, but we have no water. The Mayors and the Deputies are doing nothing. This is not right. COFOA has helped us organize to claim water as…
In this time of economic, environmental and political challenge, we are called to solidarity. Thanks to supporters like you, PICO International grassroots leaders are making a huge difference for communities in Rwanda, Haiti and El Salvador. In this season of…
On Sunday, October 14, Salvadoran Bishop Oscar Romero was declared a saint by Pope Francis. Bishop Romero was a leader against poverty and social injustice and was assassinated in 1980. Comunidades de fe Organizadas para Accion (COFOA) is answering the…
On September 22, more than 500 COFOA leaders marched to San Sebastián Analco church and confronted legislators representing the La Paz Department. Leaders demanded public support for a national water law to prevent privatization and a constitutional amendment to proclaim…
COFOA is bringing the voice of ordinary people into this countrywide movement. COFOA leader, Ana Cecelia Ortiz, spoke at the national press conference, “We have not had water for three months, but we still have to pay the bills. When…
“I would like to make an appeal to the dear Christians here: it is not forbidden to organize, it is a right, and at certain times, like today, it is also a duty, because the social, political demands must not…
Dear Friends of PICO International, We are proud to share stories of PICO leaders from each of our international projects who are working so those in greatest need can build their own future. Marie St. Fleur, Epiphanie Mukamuganga, and Lucila…
Your generosity is changing the world. We are grateful for those who are going the extra mile. Here are some examples. Matching Gift: Special thanks to John & Susan Sobrato for their general support matching gift that helped us exceed…
Your generosity is changing the world. We are grateful for those who are going the extra mile. Here are some examples. Matching Gift: Special thanks to John & Susan Sobrato for their general support matching gift that helped us exceed…
