
Ale Rossi is Landesa’s Global Internal Initiatives Manager based in Uruguay. Ale started working for Landesa in 2023.
What brought you to Landesa?
I wanted to use my skills in a place with a mission I truly believe in. Land is where everything starts. When people have secure land rights, it creates a ripple effect, helping tackle many other social challenges. My background is in nonprofit management and social entrepreneurship, and I love working with organizations that take on big issues at their roots. I feel so grateful to have found Landesa and to be part of this work every day.
What are your core responsibilities?
I work with Landesa’s leadership team on internal initiatives that drive strategic direction, organizational change, and growth. This includes cross-cutting initiatives such as strategic planning, advancing our distributed approach to shift power to country offices and amplify their voices globally, or managing special funds to support key projects proposed by staff, among others. My role involves collaborating with teams across Landesa to strengthen the organization as a whole.
What is the most rewarding part of your work at Landesa?
The people, the impact, and the learning. People: I have the privilege of working with fantastic colleagues who are experts in the field of land rights. I appreciate that Landesa’s team is deeply committed, passionate, and unafraid to challenge ideas or ask tough questions. Working here pushes me to grow every day. Impact: Our work directly improves the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. Learning: I love expanding my knowledge in this niche sector and exploring its intersections with other fields. Working with an international and diverse team constantly exposes me to new perspectives and insights.
How do you spend your time when you’re not working?
I love traveling and spending quality time with the people I love. I’m endlessly curious and enjoy discovering new places, cultures, and ideas.
Describe your vision for a better world.
A world where everyone is respected and valued, where each person has the opportunity to live the life they choose. A world that prioritizes connection, where we recognize that we are part of something greater than our own individuality. A world where injustices are just part of history books.