We are Desert

In 2023, we emphasize that the foundations of our work are based on a nature-based solutions approach.

We are Ocean

To contribute to the conservation of Sea Turtles we launched the campaign Your Support is Their Future. Our goal is to establish the “Jñar Ñawaa” Turtle Camp (which means “Turtle House” in the Cucapá language)

We are Xperiences

CEDO Xperiences invites you to connect deeply with nature and reflect on the biodiversity of the Sonoran Desert and Sea of Cortez

WHO IS CEDO

CEDO Intercultural is a unique collaboration between non-profit organizations in Mexico and the United States. Operating under a United Executive Committee and inspired by a vision, mission, and strategic programs, CEDO pools its resources and experiences to offer realistic environmental and community solutions that recognize, respect, and drive cultural, socio-economic, and biological interconnections between Mexico and the United States.

We are an environmental organization with a strong educational vocation and is recognized for our holistic approach that drives nature-based solutions to protect, manage and restore natural ecosystems that characterize this region.

OUR PROGRAMS

CEDO's programs are designed to promote biodiversity conservation, fisheries co-management and community well-being with nature-based solutions. CEDO's realistic, scientific and community-based solutions recognize, respect and take advantage of the cultural, socioeconomic and biological interconnections between local communities and their ecosystems.

Climate Change &
Ecosystem Management

The Climate Change Program’s main objective is to carry out research actions to identify the effects of climate change, help understand which human populations, fisheries and aquaculture areas are the most vulnerable to this change and help improve the adaptive capacity of the fishing sector.

CONSERVATION, BIODIVERSITY &
CITIZEN SCIENCE

We will consolidate voluntary citizen networks, trained and certified to monitor biodiversity, and to collaborate in restoring landscapes and protect priority species in the North and Upper Gulf of California.

SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES &
AQUACULTURE PROGRAM

We will promote and advise the regional and national fisheries sector, so that a third of the annual regional productions of commercial fisheries are produced and marketed following the fisheries improvement project and social responsibility and fair-trade certification models.

COMMUNITY WELL-BEING

We will strengthen communities in the Northern Gulf of California with the tools and practices that best enable them to identify problems and self-manage appropriate solutions for the common good.

EDUCATION, OUTREACH &
COMMUNICATION

We will promote and implement updated environmental education and School of the Sea curricula, professional and specialized courses, and competency certifications with children, youth, producers, local professionals, and tourists, and share lessons learned to scale the impact.

VOLUNTEERING PROGRAM

MAC CEDO, a sister entity of CEDO Intercultural, currently offers a permanent volunteer program. We are now making a special call for volunteers for the Corporate Volunteer Program for the proposed communities and under the terms that support the activities described in this booklet.

OUR SERVICES

CEDO Intercultural integrates people, knowledge and solutions; to promote resilient communities and ecosystems. The organization is committed to improvement based on the continuous strengthening of communities and the natural environment, through: i) knowledge for decision-making; ii) the dissemination and application of tools for promoting community participation and consensus; iii) education; iv) conservation, sustainable use and dissemination of the regional biocultural heritage; v) adaptation to climate change and vi) the design and promotion of ecosystem-based harvesting and management schemes.

SCHOOL OF THE SEA

Certification and Evaluation Entity ECE 475-21

It is a space for continuous capacity building, technical advice and certification of labor competencies for our community partners, whose activities depend on the sea.

Visit the microsite and get more information

Go to School of the Sea Microsite

CEDO Xperiences

CEDO Xperiences invites you to connect deeply with nature and reflect on the biodiversity of the Sonoran Desert and the Sea of Cortez. Through educational and outdoor experiences, we offer unique programs for students, families, and anyone interested in discovering the relationship between humans and their environment. Immerse yourself in hands-on learning that promotes environmental awareness, conservation skills development, and leadership in sustainability, all while enjoying the physical and mental well-being that nature provides. Explore, learn, and grow with CEDO Xperiences!

"Tourist Services"

Discover the beauty and diversity of the Sonoran Desert and the Sea of Cortez through guided and immersive experiences. We offer activities designed to help you connect with nature, learn about the unique wildlife and landscapes of the region, and enjoy outdoor adventures that combine fun, learning, and sustainability.

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Academic Services

Our educational programs at CEDO Xperiences are designed to integrate ecological knowledge with hands-on experience. Through experiential activities, students of all levels and educators can explore biodiversity, learn about conservation, and develop skills that promote leadership and sustainability.

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CEDO Caravan

Caravana CEDO is the sociocultural and environmental initiative of CEDO Xperiences that addresses two significant needs in the locality of Puerto Peñasco, Sonora: first, the limited availability of free artistic, cultural, and recreational activities; and second, the lack of awareness regarding environmental conservation in the region where we are located.

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Calendar of Events

Do you already know what you’re gonna do this month? 👀 calm down, #CEDOXperiences has everything for you to have fun, learn or relax.

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Upcoming Events

Here you can find more information, purchase tickets or contact us for reservations, details or promotions of our upcoming events.

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Kayaking in the Estuary
Nov
17, 29, 30

Navigate silently on a kayak through the waters of one of Puerto Peñasco's estuaries
Nov 17, 29 & 30
Cost person: USD $75
Info: alan.gil@cedo.org

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Natural History Talk
NOV
9, 23

Enjoy and learn with our natural history talks, see our Fin Whale Skeleton, 20 meters long!
Nov 9 & 23
Minimum 4 participants
Info: alan.gil@cedo.org

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Night Tidepool Expedition
NOV
17, 29, 30

Witness the marvels hidden within the aquatic ecosystems of Tidepools.
Nov 17, 29 & 30

Info: alan.gil@cedo.org

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Nov
27-29

Festival Regional de Pesca y Acuacultura Sostenible, La Paz, Baja California Sur
Nov 27, 28 & 29
Free
Info: festivalacuapesca.mx

OUR PROJECTS

Sailing for CEDO

The program raises awareness about CEDO and the work that we are doing in the northern Gulf of California with the group of cruisers that sail the Sea of Cortez from January to May and to encourage appreciation and conservation of the Gulf’s natural beauty and resources.

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Blue Carbon Mexico

At CEDO, we are working and developing proposals with a reference framework based on the results of the country's NDC update, and taking advantage of our organization's experience, with emphasis on the issues of blue carbon and climate change.

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Morua Estuary

CEDO's School of the Sea is accredited as a Competency Certification and Evaluation Entity (ECE475-21) before the Federal Program CONOCER, which allows us to train, evaluate and certify the competencies of people based on competency standards.

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SUPPORT CEDO's EFFORTS

YOUR DONATION WRITES OUR HISTORY

The passion and care of generous people like you keeps us going, and we hope you will be proud of how we use these funds to benefit coastal communities, ecosystems and their biodiversity in the northern Gulf of California.

MAKE A DONATION TODAY

DOLLARS RAISED

DONORS & SUPPORTERS

CAUSES AND PROGRAMS SUPPORTED

FAMILIES FROM COASTAL COMMUNITIES BENEFITED

GET IN TOUCH

To learn more about CEDO's programs follow us on social media. For inquiries please fill out our contact form.


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Address & Map

CEDO USA
5049 E. Broadway Blvd., Suite 153
Tucson, AZ 85711
P.O. Box 44208 Tucson, AZ 85733
Phone: +1 520-320-5473
E-mail: info@cedo.org
Website: cedo.org
CEDO México
Edif. Agustín Cortés S/N
Fracc, Las Conchas.
Phone: +52 638-382-0113
E-mail: info@cedo.org
Website: cedo.org