Stronger relationships. Better outcomes.
Upstand works beyond what is measurable. Our technical expertise and methods unlock the value of relationships and leverage trust, helping businesses and organizations improve engagement quality, build collective ownership and honor legacy.
Building a world where human connection is the foundation of social and environmental well-being.
Areas we work on
Climate Adaptation and Community Resilience
Disaster Risk Reduction
Climate Mobility and Displacement
Land and Ocean EcosystemsWhat we deliver
Risk and vulnerability assessments
We analyze risks and vulnerabilities that affect communities and organizations, generating evidence needed for responsible actions, strategies and policies.
Social and environmental assessments
We design and implement frameworks that safeguard communities and ecosystems, ensuring projects meet high standards of accountability and responsible practice.
Research and analysis
We conduct research, scoping reviews, desk reviews and cross-sectoral analysis, generating the evidence that strengthens your projects and decision-making.
Policy and strategy support
We support disaster and climate-related policies and plans through gap analyzes, policy briefs and technical inputs that link local, national and regional action to international commitments.
What is our process
Working with complex challenges takes more than expertise. It starts with meeting people where they are to find the right process. Here’s how we do it:
Experiential training
Nurturing the skills and mindsets needed to navigate complex challenges through hands-on learning.
Strategic facilitation
Designing and guiding participatory processes that bring diverse voices and intentions to the table.
Stakeholder and community engagement
Creating space for dialogue and establishing trust where competing interests exist.
