Society and Culture

Centro de Intercambio y Solidaridad - Formed by foreign solidarity groups and local popular organizations to carry out exchange and economic development programs. Describes work in the country and volunteer opportunities. [English/Spanish]
www.cis-elsalvador.org

CISPES (Committee in Solidarity with the People of El Salvador) - US-based group working in solidarity with the FMLN (Farabundo Marti National Liberation Front) and the Salvadoran social justice movement. Describes current actions and gives local US contacts. [English/Spanish]
www.cispes.org/

Companion Community Development Alternatives (CoCoDA) - Nonprofit facilitates projects where community-based organizations in the United States join with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in El Salvador. Describes program areas and leadership structure.
www.cocoda.org/

FUSADES - Salvadoran Foundation for Economic and Social Development - Private think tank and research center promoting sustainable economic development and democracy. Describes research centers and programs. [English/Spanish]
www.fusades.com.sv

Habitat for Humanity - Christian nonprofit builds houses in partnership with families in need. Describes construction style, where working in the country, and how to participate in special events. [English/Spanish]
www.habitatelsalvador.org.sv

International Civic Heraldry - Images and some descriptions of coats of arms for the country and for individual cities.
www.ngw.nl/int/cam/elsalvad.htm

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) - Overviews of current and recent projects, with detailed reporting on the post-war redevelopment work in Chalatenango.
www.ifad.org/operations/projects/regions/PL/SV_all.htm

Living Water El Salvador - Christian nonprofit working to provide clean drinking water. Gives highlights from completed projects and information on how to donate or volunteer. [English/Spanish]
www.lwes.org/

Meso Development, Inc. - US nonprofit offering education and community development programs. Describes internship opportunities and current projects.
www.mesodevelopment.org/

Our Children International - Orphanage in San Juan Opico. Includes personal stories of children and staff, with information on how to donate or volunteer.
www.forhiskids.org/

Romero 20th Anniversary Commemoration Group - Journal and reflections from US Christian's 2000 trip. Includes photos and links to related organizations.
www.crossmarks.com/romero/

SHARE Foundation - US group working with El Salvadorans through advocacy, accompaniment, and financial support, focusing in Lower Lempa. Describes programs, development model, and opportunities for visitors.
www.share-elsalvador.org/

Voices on the Border in El Salvador - US-based group which partners donors with local communities and progressive organizations. Describes projects and opportunities for participation.
www.votb.org/