Asociacion Civil Colectivo Para La Participacion De La Infancia Y Juventud

Asociacion Civil Colectivo Para La Participacion De La Infancia Y Juventud (COPIJ) is a non-profit international organization based in Guatemala, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with a current active registration through February 2026. The organization focuses on community-driven social initiatives that support women's rights, human rights, and civic engagement in Guatemala, specifically operating in eastern regions of the country. As a foreign-owned, non-profit entity, COPIJ has established itself as a strategic partner for federal grant programs aimed at addressing systemic social challenges.

COPIJ has received federal grant awards primarily from the Inter-American Foundation (IAF), with a significant grant focused on addressing gender-based violence (GBV) in eastern Guatemala. The organization's grant work involves forming community groups to provide psychosocial and legal support for women, improve access to public services, and encourage reporting of GBV. They have also received sub-grants from the Pan American Development Foundation, Inc., with recent awards targeting human rights defender security and capacity building. Their grant work is part of broader initiatives like the Women Investing in Growth and Security (WINGS) program, which aims to empower women as community leaders and address root causes of irregular migration in Central America. The ultimate completion date for their primary grant extends to October 2027, indicating a long-term commitment to community-based social intervention and women's rights advocacy.