Our Work
We believe that everyone has the right to join together to make their communities and the world a better place. To achieve this, everyone needs a safe, legal environment that supports civic freedoms, philanthropy, and public participation.
We work with civil society organizations, governments, and the international community to strengthen the legal environment for civil society. Since 1992, ICNL has worked alongside partners in more than 100 countries, providing us with in-depth expertise from local to global contexts.
Core Themes
ICNL works to promote and strengthen civic freedoms, public participation, and philanthropy around the world. In doing so, we focus on five core themes:
Key Issues
ICNL explores a wide range of issues affecting civic freedoms around the world. We also keep track of emerging trends that will shape civic space in the future. Our global staff and network of partners maintain a knowledge base that is open to everyone.
Regional Programs
Our work is also organized by geographic region. Explore more below.
