SiKanda’s Adopt’s Co-Direction Model to Strengthen Organizational Impact
Effective November 2025, Solidaridad Internacional Kanda A.C. (SiKanda) transitioned to a co-direction leadership model. For this, the Board and the executive leadership have appointed Janett García López, a member of the organization since 2017, alongside José Carlos León Vargas, formerly the Executive Director.
Prior to this role, Janett García served as Project Coordinator, Institutional Liaison, and, since 2021, Programs Director. Her work has focused on strengthening local civil society and authorities, and participated in inter-institutional groups oriented to meeting the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Open Government principles. Her appointment aims to drive innovation and organizational growth to further SiKanda’s mission of sustainable development, community participation, and human rights.
By adopting this model, SiKanda joins other Mexican nonprofits that recognize the benefits of shared leadership and distributed decision-making to better navigate complex nonprofit context. Furthermore, Janett García’s appointment honors the legacy of women who have been instrumental to the association’s development since its founding.
As Co-Director, Janett will continue to supervise the programs and operations, while José Carlos will focus on governance and strategic alliances. Together, they will continue leading the development and sustainability of the organization. This transition evolves SiKanda’s leadership in synergy with the Board to prepare for future growth. We remain grateful for the trust of our allies and look forward to our continued collaboration as we work for a more equitable world.
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About the Co-Directors
- Janett García López holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and a Master’s degree in Economic Development and International Cooperation from the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP). Additionally, she has completed specialized diplomas in citizen participation, governance, and civil society. Her professional experience spans both the government and social sectors, with a focus on project evaluation and inter-institutional relations. Within her programmatic work, she has overseen the implementation of projects for SiKanda and Puente, contributing to the strategic design, monitoring, and management of initiatives aimed at building a more just and equitable world.
- José Carlos León Vargas is born and raised in Oaxaca, he holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and a Master’s degree in International Cooperation and Development from the University of Pavia, Italy. After a decade working on social and sustainable development projects across Asia, Europe, and Latin America, he returned to his home state to co-found Solidaridad Internacional Kanda A.C. alongside Aurelia Annino. His vision is rooted in a commitment to social justice and the urgent need to build a more equitable world where all people, particularly women and children, can fully exercise their human rights.
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About SiKanda
Solidaridad Internacional Kanda A.C. is a Mexican non-profit and nonpartisan organization founded in 2009. Based in Oaxaca, SiKanda promotes local development and human rights through a collaborative approach with communities living in contexts of marginalization. The organization focuses on environmental sustainability, gender equality, and the socio-labor inclusion of vulnerable groups, including women, recyclers, and youth. We are driven by the conviction that through awareness and collaboration across national and international sectors, a more equitable world is possible.
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