Adapting to Global Shifts: What’s Next for Civil Society
We are living in a time of uncertainty, where political shifts across the world are impacting how resources flow, how alliances are formed, and how civil society operates. Whether it’s left-leaning or right-leaning governments, each change brings new challenges and opportunities that demand adaptability.
For many organizations, the rise of far-right populism has led to shrinking civic space and funding cuts. We’ve seen this trend in multiple countries; funding policies shifting, donor priorities changing, and civil society being forced to do more with less. The question is: How do we remain resilient?
We must rethink our strategies, strengthen local networks, and ensure that our work remains relevant and impactful. We need to learn from each other; from Sri Lanka to Brazil, from India to Cambodia. This is not a doomsday scenario; it is a call to action for a sector that has always found ways to adapt.
As we gather in spaces like the Change the Game Academy Alliance Meeting, we are reminded that the work we do is necessary. Our resilience lies in our ability to evolve, collaborate, and push forward despite the headwinds. We are using the Change the Game Academy Alliance Meeting as a moment to reflect, strategize, and reposition for the future.
