Work

We work with philanthropy, non-profit organizations, and businesses worldwide to create meaningful convenings that have an enduring impact on social movements.

The Butterfly Project

Client: Two global philanthropies

Key issues: Trans rights, reproductive justice, and bodily autonomy

Region: Activists from Latin America, the Caribbean, and the U.S. South

In partnership with two global philanthropies, Banyan Grove Gatherings created a series of digital learning exchanges to foster shared strategies among gender justice movements.

Used Banyan Grove’s risk assessment tools, convening framework, and digital infrastructure
Prioritized safety and accessibility, while fostering healing and alignment
Strengthened movement infrastructure, amplified voices resisting oppression, and advanced shared visions for resilience, sustainability, and self-care across borders
Banyan Grove continues to focus on sustaining dialogue and embedding resilience practices for long-term impact

Caribbean Activist Convening

Client: Two global philanthropies

Key issues: Human rights in the region

Region: The Caribbean

Banyan Grove Gatherings co-designed an in-person and virtual convening for diverse human rights actors across the Caribbean.

Banyan Grove set up a hybrid format with two in-person hubs, connected through a secure virtual platform
Brought together participants from urban and rural communities, Indigenous activists, and women’s rights and LBTQI movement leaders
Prioritized safety and accessibility, while enabling real-time collaboration across the region
Participants described the convening as affirming and culturally resonant, offering safety, identity expression, and collaboration.

The Central Asia and South Caucasus Activist Convening

Client: Global philanthropy and local hosts