Organizando: Pueblo, Poder y Cambio – Organizing: People, Power and Change (Spanish) (E-book & Video Presentation)
Un libro y una presentacion grabada en Español sobre organizar, el poder de las personas y cambio, escrito por Marshall Ganz e Ignacio Ibarzabal. A book and recorded presentation in Spanish about organizing, people power and change by Marshall Ganz and Ignacio Ibarzabal.
Introducción – Introduction
Presentamos el e-book, Organizando: Pueblo, Poder y Cambio – y una presentación grabada realizada por el Leading Change Network en Español sobre el libro de Marshall Ganz e Ignacio Ibarzabal.
Introducing the ebook, Organizando: pueblo, poder y cambio – Organizing: People, Power and Change, and a recorded presentation held by Leading Change Network in Spanish about the book by Marshall Ganz and Ignacio Ibarzabal.
Blurb in Spanish
MARSHALL GANZ creció en Bakersfield, California, donde su padre fue rabino; y su madre, docente. Ingresó a la Universidad de Harvard en 1960 y dejó la facultad un año antes de graduarse para unirse al Movimiento por los Derechos Civiles. En 1965 se unió a César Chávez para trabajar durante dieciséis años en la sindicalización de los campesinos de California. En 2008 contribuyó con estrategias innovadoras a la campaña presidencial de Obama. En 1991, tras una “licencia” de veintiocho años, regresó a Harvard para terminar la universidad y graduarse como Máster en Administración Pública (1993) y Doctor en Sociología (2000). Desde entonces, enseña en la Harvard Kennedy School of Government.
IGNACIO IBARZÁBAL nació en Buenos Aires. Es abogado, se desempeñó como docente universitario, trabajó en el Gobierno de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires y en el Congreso de la Nación Argentina, y contribuyó con el desarrollo de diversas ONG.
En 2016, se graduó como Máster en Educación en Harvard Graduate School of Education y luego permaneció en Boston, donde enseñó, junto a Marshall Ganz en la Harvard Kennedy School of Goverment. Tras regresar a Buenos Aires, impulsa cambios en educación como director ejecutivo de Argentinos por la Educación y colabora con líderes sociales a nivel global como miembro de The Leading Change Network.
•“Hay mucho por hacer, por cambiar, por luchar… Estas páginas son una invitación a que las injusticias no nos sean indiferentes y nos enseñan a pasar de los ideales a la acción.”
Verónica Camargo – #NiUnaMenos 2015
•“Un libro fascinante. Un verdadero manual científico para la acción colectiva.”
Toty Flores – Fundador La Juanita y Diputado Nacional
•“Recomiendo la lectura a cualquier militante que quiera reflexionar sobre la formación política, las prácticas organizativas y las estrategias reivindicativas de los movimientos populares.”
Juan Grabois – Fundador MTE y CTEP
•“Los cambios reales surgen de las demandas sociales, no vienen de ‘arriba hacia abajo’. Este libro es una gran ventana para mirar en esa dirección, para todos aquellos a quienes nos duelen las injusticias y nos mueven a involucrarnos y a organizarnos.”
Facundo Manes – Neurólogo y neurocientífico” – from Amazon website
Blurb translated into English
MARSHALL GANZ grew up in Bakersfield, California, where his father was a rabbi; and his mother, a teacher. He entered Harvard University in 1960 and dropped out of college a year before graduating to join the Civil Rights Movement. In 1965 he joined César Chávez to work for sixteen years organizing the California peasants. In 2008, he contributed innovative strategies to the Obama presidential campaign. In 1991, after a 28-year “leave”, he returned to Harvard to finish college and graduate with a Master of Public Administration (1993) and Doctor of Sociology (2000). Since then, he has taught at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government.
IGNACIO IBARZÁBAL was born in Buenos Aires. He is a lawyer, served as a university teacher, worked in the Government of the City of Buenos Aires and in the Congress of the Argentine Nation, and contributed to the development of various NGOs.
In 2016, he graduated with a Master of Education degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and then remained in Boston, where he taught alongside Marshall Ganz at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. After returning to Buenos Aires, he promoted changes in education as executive director of Argentinos por la Educación and collaborates with social leaders globally as a member of The Leading Change Network.
•”There is much to do, to change, to fight … These pages are an invitation that injustices are not indifferent to us and they teach us to move from ideals to action.”
Verónica Camargo – #NiUnaMenos 2015
•“A fascinating book. A true scientific manual for collective action. ”
Toty Flores – Founder La Juanita and National Deputy
•”I recommend reading to any militant who wants to reflect on the political formation, organizational practices and protest strategies of popular movements.”
Juan Grabois – Founder MTE and CTEP
•”Real changes arise from social demands, they do not come from ‘top down’. This book is a great window to look in that direction, for all those who are hurt by injustices and move us to get involved and organize ourselves. ”
Facundo Manes – Neurologist and neuroscientist” – from Amazon website
Libro de acceso – Access Book
This book is in Spanish and is available to purchase as a Kindle E-book from Amazon – Organizando: pueblo, poder y cambio Versión Kindle
“Hay mucho por hacer, por cambiar, por luchar… Estas páginas son una invitación a que las injusticias no nos sean indiferentes y nos enseñan a pasar de los ideales a la acción.”
Verónica Camargo – #NiUnaMenos 2015“Los cambios reales surgen de las demandas sociales, no vienen de ‘arriba hacia abajo’. Este libro es una gran ventana para mirar en esa dirección, para todos aquellos a quienes nos duelen las injusticias y nos mueven a involucrarnos y a organizarnos.”
Facundo Manes – Neurólogo y neurocientífico
Lee esta entrevista a Ignacio sobre el libro
Ver video – Watch Video
Presentación del libro “Organizando: Pueblo, Poder y Cambio”, sobre la metodología de Marshall Ganz con adaptación de Ignacio Ibarzábal.
Presentation of the book “Organizing: People, Power and Change”, on the methodology of Marshall Ganz with adaptation by Ignacio Ibarzábal.
Brief about Ignacio Ibarzábal
Ignacio Ibarzábal is an Argentine educator, social entrepreneur, and civic leader recognized for his transformative work at the intersection of education, leadership, and democracy. As the Executive Director of Argentinos por la Educación and a prominent figure in Latin American civic life, Ignacio is committed to building bridges between civil society, public institutions, and future generations. His work champions educational equity, citizen participation, and data-driven policymaking.
Basic Information
Ignacio Ibarzábal is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he leads a range of educational and civic initiatives aimed at improving public education and strengthening democratic institutions. He is best known for co-founding Argentinos por la Educación, an independent civil society organization that mobilizes citizens, educators, and leaders to demand and support better educational outcomes in Argentina. He is also involved in regional networks focused on civic education and youth engagement in Latin America.
Background / Bio
Early Life & Education
Born and raised in Argentina, Ignacio developed a strong sense of civic responsibility early in life. Inspired by his country’s political transitions and deep-rooted challenges in education, he pursued a path that combined social sciences, policy studies, and ethics.
He holds a degree in Sociology from Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA) and later earned a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Harvard Kennedy School, where he studied under renowned professors of civic leadership and public policy. His academic training emphasized the role of narrative, social capital, and public engagement in achieving systemic change.
Professional Experience
Ignacio began his career working on community development and education reform projects in underserved regions of Argentina. Early roles included research and advocacy for nonprofits focused on educational access and equity. Over time, he shifted from program delivery to organizational leadership, combining field knowledge with strategic policy engagement.
In 2017, he co-founded Argentinos por la Educación, which quickly became a leading voice for evidence-based education policy in Argentina. Under his leadership, the organization has launched major public campaigns, developed national education reports, and built cross-sector coalitions that include educators, families, civil servants, and media professionals.
He also serves as a lecturer and advisor for civic leadership programs in Latin America, providing training in public narrative, organizing, and democratic values.
Skills and Areas of Expertise
Leadership & Organizational Development
Ignacio brings deep expertise in building mission-driven organizations that create long-term social impact. He has led teams through growth, change, and public visibility, always grounding his leadership in transparency, collaboration, and purpose.
He has helped shape the governance and strategic planning of multiple civic and education-focused organizations, coaching boards and executives on how to lead with values while driving measurable change.
Civic Engagement & Advocacy
A passionate believer in the power of civic participation, Ignacio designs campaigns that move people from awareness to action. His work bridges the gap between research and real-world mobilization—helping citizens engage with education policy not as distant observers, but as co-owners of the system.
He has successfully led national advocacy efforts that brought attention to declining literacy rates, the impact of school closures during COVID-19, and the urgent need for education budget reforms. His campaigns often blend data visualization, storytelling, and participatory tools that engage a wide range of stakeholders.
Education & Training
Ignacio is an educator at heart. He regularly delivers lectures and workshops on topics such as:
- Public leadership and civic education
- Social movement theory
- The role of civil society in education systems
- Narrative strategy and public storytelling
He mentors young civic leaders across Latin America, particularly those working at the intersection of education, politics, and human rights.
Achievements & Highlights
Organizational Leadership
As Executive Director of Argentinos por la Educación, Ignacio has overseen the development of major research and advocacy initiatives, including:
- The National Education Data Platform, offering open access to school performance metrics
- Annual Education Commitment Campaigns, involving tens of thousands of citizens
- Strategic alliances with teacher unions, parent associations, and regional ministries of education
Under his leadership, the organization has earned national credibility for being both independent and solutions-oriented.
Educational Contributions
Ignacio has contributed to civic education by designing leadership curricula, publishing thought pieces in national newspapers, and training educators on how to integrate democratic principles into classrooms.
He has been a guest lecturer at several Latin American universities and has partnered with ministries of education to help develop student-centered civic education programs.
Publications and Thought Leadership
Ignacio has written extensively about the intersection of democracy and education. His articles and op-eds have appeared in major Argentine media outlets such as La Nación, Clarín, and Infobae. His publications often explore themes like:
- Citizen accountability in public education
- The role of data in democratic renewal
- Youth leadership and civic identity
He has also been invited to speak at international conferences hosted by the OECD, UNESCO, and the Inter-American Development Bank.
Target Audience or Collaborators
Sectors & Demographics
Ignacio works across sectors, building alliances between:
- Civil society organizations
- Public education systems
- Policymakers and legislators
- Journalists and media networks
- Youth movements and student groups
He tailors his work to audiences who are ready to engage with complex problems but need tools, frameworks, and community to act effectively.
Geographic Focus
While his core work is based in Argentina, Ignacio collaborates with civic leaders and education advocates throughout Latin America. He has provided training in Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, and has contributed to cross-border dialogues on education quality, civic rights, and public accountability.
Values and Vision
Core Beliefs
Ignacio believes that education is the foundation of democracy. He sees schools not just as places of learning, but as spaces where democratic culture is formed. For him, improving education is not just about curriculum or funding—it’s about citizenship, dignity, and collective responsibility.
He also believes in the power of organized civil society to challenge inertia and complacency in public systems. His work emphasizes that lasting change comes from people coming together with a shared story and shared strategy.
Long-Term Goals
Looking ahead, Ignacio aims to scale civic infrastructure in Latin America that supports transparent, participatory education systems. His long-term goals include:
- Launching a regional civic education institute
- Expanding open-data platforms for education accountability
- Supporting new generations of leaders rooted in democratic values and civic ethics