COEP: Brazilian organizations
Published on March 30, 2004

COEP – the Comitê de Entidades no Combate à Fome e Pela Vida(“Committee of entities Against Hunger and For Life”) – is a Brazilian network that mobilizes organizations to combat hunger and poverty. It is made up of institutions and companies that contribute human, technical and financial resources to support the social and economic development of low-income communities. From an initial group of 30 members in 1993, COEP has expanded to comprise more than 800 organizations throughout Brazil. This community story describes the origins and development of COEP, highlights examples of initiatives undertaken by its members, and discusses some of the lessons that can be learned from this unique Brazilian network.
ISBN – 1-55382-082-7