Both groups recognized a need for inclusion beyond Christian organizations in mapping projects to gain a full understanding of those working in the OVC space and expand the scope of services to families in need. Latin America Latin American leaders identified a need for a national map for each country where CAFO network members work that is focused on possible partners in the OVC world. Latin American leaders also identified a need for more in-depth maps for each community of origin of the children in their care. Latin American leaders identified the following cultural aspects which are places of potential growth in community mapping projects. Despite these challenges, Latin American leaders expressed a commitment to overcome identified challenges and grow in cooperation and collaboration between organizations, churches and governmental institutions. • Latin American leaders noted a mentality of inferiority among their peers. They feel they have many resources but do not trust in their own abilities. Confidence in their networks and strengths is an area for growth. • Latin American leaders noted a culture of individualism within networks and the need for more collaboration. Networks note that organizations tend to operate in isolation from one another and a more collaborative environment is needed to thrive. • A lack of government support makes effective community mapping difficult. Better relationships with government institutions would help in this area. • A culture of distrust exists among Latin American organizations. Organizations are hesitant to provide information to others.
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