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When evidence fails to influence: limits and lessons in complex contexts
The “Evidence Paradox” demonstrates that robust information on critical issues (such as climate change or land rights) fails to influence decision-making. The key challenge is not to produce more data, but to ensure that it is introduced at the right political moment, since real influence depends on non-technical factors that go beyond simply stepping up communication efforts.
Apr 144 min read
9 Strategic Trends in Communication, Narrative, and Experience for Impact Organizations, Causes, and Companies in 2026
Discover the 9 key trends in strategic communication, narrative, and advocacy for 2026. Learn how to transform visibility into political legitimacy.
Jan 1511 min read
Accompanying What Matters: Strategic Impact Communication in 2025
Colmena Lab's 2025 Success Stories: Driving global advocacy in climate change, biodiversity, and human rights. Strategies and results for NGOs and companies.
Dec 17, 20256 min read
The ITTs Workshop successfully concluded in Manaus with key recommendations for the recognition of Indigenous and Traditional Territories and their contribution to biodiversity conservation
Discover the crucial recommendations from the International Workshop on Indigenous and Traditional Territories (ITTs) in Manaus, Brazil, for the recognition of ITTs and their vital contribution to biodiversity conservation and climate action.
Sep 12, 20253 min read
COP30 in Belém: The Climate Crisis Between Data and Reality
COP30 in Brazil: The digital pulse, Lula's policies, and the Amazon's impact. A comprehensive analysis.
Aug 4, 20257 min read
How Media Intelligence Can Shape Narratives on Conservation, Climate Change, and Human Rights
Discover how Media Intelligence boosts advocacy in conservation, climate change, and human rights. Narrative analysis, social listening, and impact measurement.
Apr 21, 20256 min read
Lithium in South America and its impact on Indigenous Peoples: white gold or sacred water? The battle for a just energy transition
Indigenous Peoples in South America fight for water and their rights amid growing demand for lithium for the energy transition.
Feb 19, 20256 min read
World Wetlands Day 2025: Wetlands in Danger, the Silent Environmental Disaster
We commemorate World Wetlands Day by raising awareness of the importance of these vital ecosystems.
Feb 2, 20255 min read
10 Communication Trends for Organizations and Causes in 2025
Descubre las 10 tendencias de comunicación para organizaciones que impulsarán tu impacto en 2025.
Jan 30, 20259 min read
Colmena Lab: The Communications Agency Specializing in Empowering Social and Environmental Causes
Colmena Lab describes itself as a "social impact company" rather than a communications agency: we spoke with its leaders to learn more about
Jan 22, 20254 min read
Gentrification: The New Colonialism Sweeping Latin America to the Beat of Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny is not only conquering the music charts, but also raising his voice against gentrification in Latin America
Jan 16, 20257 min read
10 advocacy and awareness campaigns that mobilize, connect, and inspire
Discover the top 10 advocacy and awareness campaigns of 2024 that drove social and environmental change.
Jan 16, 20255 min read
South America burns: Unprecedented wildfires and droughts threaten life and global climate
Representatives of Indigenous Peoples of South America warned about the fires and the worst drought in 121 years.
Oct 4, 20248 min read
EMPOWER, ENGAGE AND TRANSFORM: COLMENA LAB’S DNA
Colmena Lab undergoes a renewal to empower, engage, and transform. Discover our updates on the website.
Mar 7, 20242 min read
Peru has ignored his forestry law for 8 years and continues to degrade forests putting PIACI at risk
Since 2015 the peruvian forestry law expressly prohibits awarding logging concessions in isolated indigenous peoples’ territories.
Oct 10, 20239 min read
COSTA RICA: ¿WHAT IS THE TRUE COST OF PINEAPPLES?
The pineapple industry in Costa Rica rises some concerns about the use of pesticides and its environmental impact.
May 25, 20237 min read
Indigenous Peoples and climate change: human health and territories
A mediados de abril se llevó a cabo la sesión del UNPFII, tuvo como tema central: Pueblos Indígenas, salud humana y del planeta, territorios
Apr 28, 20236 min read
This 2023, you can rely on us
We start 2023 with communication and advocacy projects which combine creativity and technology to connect.
Jan 23, 20234 min read
Biodiversity COP15: An Opportunity to Reverse the Loss of Nature
On the eve of the start of the COP15 on Biodiversity we share an exclusive article by journalist Alberto Ñiquen on the main topics of...
Dec 5, 20229 min read
The COP27 challenges in Sharm El-Sheik, Egipt
In a context of climate emergency, Egypt will become the spotlight for climate action. Environmentalists doubt the host country’s...
Oct 24, 20226 min read
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