Country research: Mexico

Mexico in 2025 - From Gradido's perspective

Analysis & inspiration for a sustainable, common good-oriented transformation

1. economic, social and political situation
Mexico is currently facing complex challenges: Economic stagnation, extreme dependence on the US market, high levels of poverty and social inequality, pervasive violence, corruption and political uncertainty characterize the country. Despite some progress in the fight against poverty, dissatisfaction is growing, especially among marginalized groups. At the same time, there is a strong longing for new paths and genuine participation in prosperity.

2. distribution of wealth and opportunities
The gap between rich and poor is enormous - indigenous and rural population groups are particularly disadvantaged and often permanently marginalized. Over two thirds of the indigenous population live in poverty. Education, healthcare and social mobility are difficult to access for these groups.

3. migration and cash flows
Millions of Mexicans work abroad, especially in the USA. Their remittances ensure the survival of many families, but also make them economically and socially dependent. Migration separates families and weakens the development of rural regions.

4. corruption, crime and instability
Corruption permeates all levels of the state. Drug cartels control large parts of the country, and life is characterized by violence, insecurity and fear. State structures and the rule of law are weakened - social mobility and innovation are slowed down.

5. cultural values & community
Mexico has a deep culture of family, community and neighborly help, especially in indigenous regions, in the countryside and in religious states. Catholic social teaching and indigenous traditions provide fertile ground for alternative economic models based on solidarity.

6. education and training situation
Children and young people from poor, rural and indigenous families experience massive disadvantages in education and training. Poverty, a lack of infrastructure, cultural barriers and a lack of recognition of alternative learning paths prevent social mobility and personal development.

7. healthcare system and social security
Although Mexico has several public and private healthcare systems, access to high-quality medical care remains unevenly distributed. Poor and rural sections of the population are particularly disadvantaged; although basic care is guaranteed, high-quality services are often only accessible to the wealthy.

8. care work and volunteering
Unpaid care work - especially by women - and voluntary work are pillars of society, but are hardly recognized financially or socially. State support remains limited. Neighborhood help is firmly anchored locally, but is not very visible nationally.

9. openness to innovation and alternative solutions
Mexico is very open to innovation, digitalization and alternative economic models in urban centers and in young, dynamic sectors. Digital wallets, participatory approaches and social enterprises are becoming increasingly important - but the gap between urban and rural areas remains a challenge.

10. community projects, cooperatives and digital currencies
There is a vibrant movement of cooperatives and community-financed projects, especially in rural and indigenous regions. Digital wallets and experimental currencies are rapidly gaining ground, but traditional alternative currencies are still rare.

11. potentials and hurdles for Gradido
The strongest potential for Gradido lies in its deep community tradition, openness to innovation and experience with the solidarity economy. The biggest hurdles are government resistance, corruption, digital exclusion and cultural diversity. Flexibility, transparency, local roots and participatory design are the keys to success.

12. role of international actors
International NGOs, the UN and cooperation projects promote inclusion, sustainability and innovation - and offer ideal interfaces for piloting Gradido as a supplement or further development and linking it to agendas such as the 2030 Agenda.

Supplementary assessment from a Gradido perspective

Mexico is on a threshold: crisis and shortages are opening up space for new paths.
The Natural Economy of Life is able to honor, make visible and economically anchor the deeply rooted values of community, participation and mutual appreciation.
The technical openness of society, the longing for justice, the resilience of people and the global call for sustainable solutions - these are all forces that can make Gradido flourish in Mexico.

Gradido offers a peaceful, common good-oriented response to division, fear and powerlessness - making innovation, participation, education and health a reality for the disadvantaged and building on the strengths of the Mexican soul.

Essence:
Mexico can, if it is ready, become the beacon and model of a new, humane and sustainable order of prosperity - supported by love, community and the wisdom of millennia.