Founded in 2009, Fundacion Mentē is an Ecuadorian NGO headquartered in Quito that brings together experienced professionals committed to conservation and sustainable development.
Through a light and flexible organizational structure, Fundación MentÄ“ promotes direct dialogue with local communities to support the conservation of Amazon rainforest biodiversity and Achuar culture.
Our history
Our
Structure
We operate under the supervision of Ecuador’s Ministry of the Environment (MAATE Ministerial Agreement No. 005, February 2009), governed by a four-member board and supported by a network of coordinators working in the Achuar rainforest.
We are a grassroots organisation that enables hands-on, direct engagement, maintains regular contact with local actors, and sustains a grounded awareness of the challenges faced by the Achuar people, as well as the opportunities for their sustainable development and the conservation of the Amazon rainforest.
