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Alonso served as the Director of Country Support for the Open Government Partnership until 2026.
With over 20 years of experience in transparency, accountability, and open government, Alonso spearheaded the implementation of OGP’s strategy across four key regions. He provided strategic direction and support to regional teams, ensuring their programs and activities advanced OGP’s mission of promoting open government and fostering a culture of transparency.
Alonso fostered collaboration with key stakeholders and regional leads to deliver on OGP’s goals at all levels. From global summits to country initiatives, his leadership ensured a strong regional presence. He also managed the C&S Subcommittee, cultivating a robust pipeline of success stories from OGP members across regions. Furthermore, Alonso actively represented OGP externally, advocating for open government principles on a global stage.
Prior to joining OGP, he honed his expertise working in both government and civil society organizations, fostering collaboration across sectors. Alonso holds a BA in Public Administration from El Colegio de Mexico and an MPA from Manchester University, where he was a Chevening and Conacyt fellow.
Alonso can be reached on X at @alonso_cerdan
