Mission
The Autonomous University of Social Movements (AUSM) offers unique educational programs that immerse university students in social movements across Latin America, particularly in Cuba and Mexico. Through these programs, students engage deeply with powerful social actors to better understand justice, autonomy, and democracy, and develop tools for social change.
Basic Information
Founded in
2002
EIN
36-4435604
Total Assets
$167.8 thousand
At a Glance

Study Abroad in Cuba
Experience Cuba as a beacon of anti-imperialist resistance, studying its history, culture, and politics.

Chiapas Immersion
Live and learn in Chiapas with the Zapatistas, exploring traditional practices and political organizing.

Speaking Tours
Host AUSM for speaking events at your university, engaging students with political discourse drawn from activists' experiences.
Our Programs

Study Abroad in Cuba
An immersive program exploring Cuba's social movements, history, and culture amidst a backdrop of anti-imperialist resistance.
Learn MoreMexico Study Abroad
An educational program focusing on the Zapatista movement and other social movements in Mexico.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"My semester abroad with MSN was a life-changing experience. We shared space and learned from companerxs involved in some of the most powerful social movements in Mexico."
Johanna Galat
Student
"The program has taught me how to be more strategic and principled about my work as an organizer and agent of change."
Francisco Díaz
Student
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Overall Score
53
50
/100
Program Expense Ratio
95.54%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
1.89K%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.00351
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.5082
6
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 397.2K | 87.22% |
Program Services | 57.91K | 12.72% |
Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 308 | 0.07% |
Total Revenue | 455.4K | 100.00% |
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