In ECUADOR, the ARD-3D Project (Decentralization, Democracy, and Development) is carried out by ARD Inc. and seeks support to the democratic system through the implementation of three complementary components: Institutional Strengthening, Citizen Participation, and Effective Decentralization.

The Nature Conservancy's mission is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.The Nature Conservancy works in 28 countries, has more than 400 offices around the world and, with its partners, it protects more than 117’661.000 acres worldwide.

Chemonics International is a global consulting firm promoting economic growth and higher living standards in developing countries. With offices on five continents and over 2,000 employees, we are one of the world's largest firms focusing exclusively on international development.

Esquel Foundation is a non-profit organization that seeks to contribute to the sustainable human development in Ecuador, to the improvement of life quality of poor people and to the construction of a democratic,responsible and caring society.

Participación Ciudadana is a national organization that promotes democratic leadership, political processes and public activities transparency and which main work base is composed of nationwide volunteers. Its most important tool is what has been designated as Democratic Commitment, which statement points out that Ecuador requires that governors and citizens commit themselves to democracy so we can be builders of a better present and future.