Democracies Panel ICNL Joins President Obama in Support of Civil Society. learn more
Enabling Civil Society Enabling Civil Society We work with governments, civil society organizations, and the international community in more than 100 countries to improve the legal environment for civil society, philanthropy, and public participation around the world. learn more
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UN Special Rapporteur UN Special Rapporteur issues report addressing civil society and foreign funding. learn more

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