
Our Philosophy
We believe that women are transformative leaders. Those from diverse and historically marginalized backgrounds bring essential perspectives that drive inclusive policies, economic empowerment, environmental sustainability, and lasting peace.
The Colmena Fund is committed to breaking down systemic barriers and ensuring that women political leaders who champion democracy and human rights have the resources and support needed to thrive in office and create lasting impact.
We aim to build a sustainable funding model that effectively directs resources where they are needed most—empowering women leaders, strengthening democratic movements, and fostering more inclusive and equitable governance worldwide.




Our Vision

Our Values

Empathy

Lived Experiences

Feminism

Solidarity

Steering Committee

Former First Vice President of Costa Rica

Former Vice President of the Philippines

Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka Former Deputy President of South Africa

President of Open Society Foundations

Senior Advisor Programs, Open Society Foundations

President and CEO, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors
Our Team
- Leadership Team
- Staff
- Steering Committee
- Grantees

Suyen Barahona
Executive Director
Feminist, former president of the Nicaraguan Unión Democrática Renovadora (UNAMOS), 20 years of experience in politics.

Ostalinda Maya Ovalle
Program Lead
10 years of philantropic experience at OSF and Romani activist.

Lucinda van den Heever
Program Lead
Ex Program Manager: Women’s Rights OSF. African Feminist/Gender Justice Expert. Committed to intersectional justice rooted in care, ethics and feminist values.

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