In Mexico DGRV offers support through two different projects. One financed by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and one financed by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
In Mexico, DGRV supports sustainable cooperatives in the states of Oaxaca and Yucatán. The aim is to strengthen disadvantaged population groups – especially smallholder farmers, women and young people – by improving their economic participation and promoting democratic structures.
The country is home to around 18.000 cooperatives, representing 9 million members. Most cooperatives are located in rural areas, and the sector is largely shaped by small-scale entrepreneurship.
DGRV supports cooperatives in developing their internal organization and business models. This includes training and advisory services in areas such as accounting, governance and member participation. Cooperatives are also supported in marketing their products and improving access to markets.
In addition, DGRV advises government institutions and umbrella organizations on cooperative policy and regulation. The goal is to improve the legal and institutional framework for cooperatives and to strengthen the sector through dialogue and cooperation.
Gender equality and youth participation are key cross-cutting issues. Through targeted training and exchange formats, the project contributes to the empowerment of women and young people and supports the achievement of the 2030 Agenda goals.
With its activities, DGRV contributes to several Sustainable Development Goals, especially:
The principal activities of DGRV’s project in Mexico can be summarized across sectors with the following topics:
CNBV is a subordinate authority of the Ministry of Finance (SHCP) with powers in the areas of licensing, regulation, supervision and sanctions of the various sectors and organizations that integrate the Mexican financial system, as well as natural and legal persons which perform financial activities in the financial system.
Confederation consultation and cooperation body who acts in the design, dissemination and implementation of programs and instruments for the promotion, consolidation, development and supervision of the savings and loan cooperative sector.
FOCOOP is the Deposit Guarantee Fund, which also acts as auxiliary regulator.
The umbrella organization for all Mexican associations (cross-industry)
Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development, Ministry of Agriculture
Str. Porfirio Díaz No. 106
Col. Del Valle, Del. Benito Juárez
C.P. 03100, México D.F
F. +52 55 5687 3780
mexico@dgrv.coop
Across six countries in Latin America, DGRV implements the project “LAC E-Coop: Piloting Green Finance to Promote Community-based Clean Energy Solutions” (2024–2027), funded by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
The concept: long-standing partners of DGRV—savings and credit cooperatives (SACCOs)—are empowered to finance renewable energy investments. DGRV, as IDB’s selected implementation partner, provides tailored advisory services to ensure green loans are effective and sustainable.
Through this approach, rural communities and smallholder groups gain access to affordable financing for productive uses such as solar-powered irrigation or energy-efficient agricultural processing. DGRV leverages its expertise and strong cooperative network across Latin America to design practical solutions. Advisory services accompany borrowers before and during financing, reducing risks and maximizing impact.
This initiative strengthens cooperative structures, promotes climate resilience, and accelerates the transition to clean energy in rural areas.
In Mexico, the project is implemented through the cooperative ACREIMEX in Oaxaca and coordinated by DGRV Costa Rica. It provides green loans to smallholder groups for solar-powered systems. DGRV offers advisory services on financial education, business planning, and legal guidance. The initiative supports sustainable agriculture and energy access in rural areas.
Latin America In Costa Rica, DGRV works to strengthen the cooperative sector as part of the country’s broader social economy. The focus lies on helping cooperatives contribute more effectively to sustainable development, especially in relation to the goals of the 2030 Agenda. Costa Rica is home to 540 cooperatives across various economic sectors. Out of a population […]
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Latin America In the Dominican Republic, DGRV’s work focuses on strengthening cooperatives in the financial and agricultural sectors, particularly in rural areas in the north and south of the country. The objective is to improve the economic and financial inclusion of small-scale producers, women, youth, and other vulnerable groups. The country is home to around 2,300 cooperatives, […]
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Latin America In Ecuador, DGRV works across the country to strengthen the cooperative sector, with a particular focus on financial cooperatives. To foster financial inclusion, the project supports savings and credit cooperatives in delivering innovative, high-quality products and services to their members and clients. Special emphasis is placed on sustainable financing and promoting gender equality. The country […]
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