In a regional context marked by polarization and the spread of narratives that portray migration as a threat, there is an urgent need to shift the focus of public discourse. The most effective responses do not come from fearmongering, but from concrete work in communities.

We invite you to the presentation of the report Somos Comunidad (We Are Community): Local Lessons for Inclusion, a project by Alianza Americas that compiles analysis, evidence, and local experiences on how to build more just, cohesive, and resilient communities.

This report is based on a clear premise: migration does not generate social conflicts; rather, inequality, exclusion, and the lack of inclusive public policies do. When cities invest in inclusion, they strengthen coexistence, civic participation, and collective well-being.

During the event, we will address:

• The main challenges to inclusion in Latin America and the United States, which include discrimination, xenophobia, and social segregation.
• The real impact of narratives based on fear on public policy design.
• Evidence and lessons learned at the local level to strengthen social cohesion.
• Concrete proposals to move toward more inclusive and sustainable policies.

Somos Comunidad is a project that brings together civil society organizations, local authorities, community leaders, and individuals committed to promoting public policies based on equity and rights.

Data: March 4, 2026

Time: 11:00 a.m. PT | 1:00 p.m. CT / Central America / Mexico | 2:00 p.m. ET | 4:00 p.m. Argentina

Register on Zoom: https://bit.ly/4aurNTS 

Acompáñenos y hagamos comunidad.

Learn more about the project 

This presentation is part of the project Somos Comunidad, an initiative that documents and amplifies local experiences of inclusion in the Americas. 

You can also explore the interview series "Somos Comunidad: Expert Voices," in which specialists and leaders analyze the challenges and opportunities for strengthening more inclusive communities.

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