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Graduate Women International (GWI), founded in 1919 as the International Federation of University (IFUW), is a worldwide, non-governmental organisation of women graduates. GWI advocates for women's rights, equality and empowerment through access to quality secondary and tertiary education and training up to the highest levels. GWI's mission is to: Promote lifelong education for women and girls; Promote international cooperation, friendship, peace and respect for human rights for all, irrespective of their age, race, nationality, religion, political opinion, gender and sexual orientation or other status; Advocate for the advancement of the status of women and girls; and Encourage and enable women and girls to apply their knowledge and skills in leadership and decision-making in all forms of public and private life.

The International Association for Human Values (IAHV) offers programs to reduce stress and develop leaders so that human values can flourish in people and communities. We foster the daily practice of human values - a sense of connectedness and respect for all people and the natural environment, an attitude of non-violence, and an ethic of social service. Our programs enhance clarity of mind, shift attitudes and behaviours, and develop leaders and communities that are resilient, responsible, and inspired.

An estimated 800,000 children in the European Union are separated from an imprisoned parent on any given day. Yet few people are aware of the impact that a parent's incarceration can have on a child. Children separated from a parent in prison frequently experience multiple emotional and social difficulties associated with their parent's incarceration. They not only have to cope with the parent's absence and the disruption of the child-parent bond, but are also vulnerable to social exclusion, financial hardship, discrimination and shame. Children of Prisoners Europe (COPE) is a pan-European network which encourages innovative perspectives and practice to ensure that the rights of these children (as enshrined in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Convention on Human Rights) are fully respected and that action is taken to secure their well-being and healthy development. The network is a membership-based organisation made up of non-governmental organisations and individuals across Europe and beyond, linked by a staff team based at its French headquarters. Raising awareness among child-related agencies, prison services and policymakers to the specific needs of children of prisoners and promoting initiatives that take these needs into account, the organisation is seeking to: - Expand programmes that support the child-parent relationship and help minimise violence for children with an imprisoned parent; - Introduce the child's perspective throughout the criminal justice process, from arrest to resettlement; - Foster cross-sectoral collaboration among public and private agencies involved in supporting and making decisions about children of prisoners; - Obtain better information and greater visibility for prisoners' children and influence policy at the national, European and international level on their behalf; - Promote the exchange of initiatives, expertise and good practice for children with imprisoned parents; - Enhance the competence of professionals within the field. Working to foster the promotion and provision of policies, frameworks and meaningful action on behalf of children affected by parental incarceration to protect their development and well-being, our aim is to ease the burden of the imprisonment of a parent on the child.

If we have to put our mission into generalized terms, they should be interconnectedness and community-building. We create the suitable conditions and occasions through our projects (such as Baba Residence, EMPATHEAST and Social Innovation Challenge) for different people with diverse know-how to meet and start implementing their changemaking skills and look for solutions together in their immediate environment. We seek to engage and connect the most significant cultural and economical agents in order to reach positive social and cultural changes. To connect artists and anthropologists, bussineses and folklore traditions, local authority and people from the villages etc. Since we're devoted to highlighting the local cultural and entrepreneurial potential and resources of different Bulgarian regions/ cities/ villages, our main tendency is to work more and more on-field. In order to be fully able to extract and connect different sectors and cultural actors in a fruitful way, we need to know the problems / challenges from within and with the people who are affected by them and can trigger any possible future change. So to say, one of the main routes of our mission is to nourish slow-movement conscious change within the communities we're part of through both observation and participation. And sometimes this can be achieved through very simple initiatives such as organizing a sedyanka (a traditional Bulgarian work gathering in the villages; working-bee) with young people in the villages or just giving the old ladies a reason and stimulus from a village to start using their looms again and share their knowledge with a young designer.

CIFOR advances human well-being, equity and environmental integrity by conducting innovative research, developing partners' capacity and actively engaging in dialogue with all stakeholders to inform policies and practices that affect forests and people.

Our international initiatives aim to support the change we want to see in the world by empowering and encouraging student change agents and supporting them in actively creating shifts in the way curricula are structured and developed. Our focus is on economics and management education, including multiple transdisciplinary perspectives and learning approaches. With our work, we provide fertile ground for the leaders of tomorrow to grow and learn: Our philosophy is that to support individuals in becoming sustainability leaders, education has to focus on fostering students to have "...an enhanced understanding of themselves, their abilities and desires, as well as a more profound understanding of their fellow humans and the world they inhabit. For over 30 years we have been continuously innovating with formats that provide platforms for learning, creating and sharing solutions: social labs, conferences, webinars, workshops, simulation games, learning journeys are just some examples. At oikos, we have been coming together as a global community of student change agents for over 30 years. Spread in over 20 countries and 50 cities worldwide, we organize on campus to raise awareness for sustainability and transform our own education.

In collaboration with local youth welfare services, professional social workers, and established artists, Turning Tables is empowering marginalized youth through innovative music and film programs.

he World Federation of the Deaf (WFD) is an international non-governmental organisation representing and promoting approximately 70 million deaf people's human rights worldwide. The WFD is a federation of deaf organisations from 134 nations; its mission is to promote the human rights of deaf people and full, quality and equal access to all spheres of life, including self-determination, sign language, education, employment and community life. WFD has a consultative status in the United Nations and is a founding member of International Disability Alliance (IDA). At its recent World Congress in Jeju, South Korea, WFD members (136) approved the WFD strategic direction 2023-2030 and Action Plan 2023-2027. Important themes are covered in these 2 documents which strive to ensure that we create access for all deaf people to all ways of life in "a world where deaf people everywhere can sign anywhere" (vision). Furthermore, our mission is to work towards the full realisation of linguistic rights and human rights in all areas of life, with full recognition and implementation of these rights across local, national and international levels. To realise our mission and vision, the following are part of our Action Plan 2023-2027: Building Capacity across the Globe: ensuring increased participation of women, youth and underrepresented communities; provide effective capacity building projects to countries who are not yet members to assist them with creating their own national deaf associations so that they can represent themselves in their countries; Putting Deaf people on the Agenda: the WFD will continue to strive to put deaf human rights at the forefront of all representation internationally, including at the UN; we will effectively promote International Week of Deaf people and be ready to response to deaf people's needs in times of crises, disasters and war. Realising nothing about us without us: the WFD continues to be the leading authority for deaf people and sign languages and has committed to developing resources to assist deaf people raise awareness in their countries. Achieving Sign Language Rights for all: National sign languages are fundamental to achieving deaf people's human rights. We will aim to assist our member states in promoting the legal recognition of signed language in the country and advocate for early childhood language acquisition and inclusive multilingual education policies. Investing in a strong and sustainable organisation: to carry out our mission and vision we need greater investment in our secretariat and regional secretariat, expand our donor base, increase visibility and fundraising activities so that our organisation can carry on its important global work.

Vision of the International Development Organization (IDO): Our vision at the International Development Organization (IDO) is to create a world where every individual has access to opportunities and resources necessary for sustainable development. We envision a future where poverty, inequality, and injustice are eradicated, and all communities thrive in harmony with their environment. We aim to be a catalyst for positive change, working hand in hand with local communities, governments, and partners worldwide to build a more equitable and prosperous world. Mission of the International Development Organization (IDO): The mission of the International Development Organization (IDO) is to promote inclusive and sustainable development, empower marginalized communities, and foster transformative change. We strive to achieve our mission through the following key strategies: Empowerment and Capacity Building: We believe in the power of knowledge and skills. We work to enhance the capacities of individuals and communities by providing access to quality education, vocational training, and entrepreneurship programs. By empowering individuals to realize their potential, we enable them to overcome barriers and create sustainable livelihoods. Sustainable Development: We are committed to promoting environmentally friendly practices and sustainable development approaches. We work closely with communities to identify and implement solutions that address their unique needs while preserving natural resources and mitigating the effects of climate change. Advocacy and Policy Influence: We actively engage in advocacy and policy dialogue at local, national, and international levels. By raising awareness about pressing social issues and advocating for evidence-based policies, we strive to shape a more inclusive and equitable development agenda. Partnership and Collaboration: We recognize that sustainable development requires collective action. We foster partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, academic institutions, and the private sector to leverage resources, share knowledge, and collaborate on innovative solutions. Together, we can achieve greater impact and drive positive change. Monitoring and Evaluation: We are committed to transparency, accountability, and learning. We continuously monitor and evaluate our programs and projects to ensure their effectiveness and relevance. By learning from our experiences, we adapt and improve our approaches, maximizing the impact of our interventions. Through our unwavering commitment to our vision and mission, the International Development Organization (IDO) strives to contribute to a world where poverty is eradicated, human rights are respected, and sustainable development is a reality for all.

We are committed to a fair and sustainable future for all life on earth. To this end, we support philanthropists and social investors who want to make a lasting difference in protecting the planet for future generations.

Encourage, advise, promote. The Amadeu Antonio Stiftung (Amadeu Antonio Foundation) has been working for equality and democracy for 25 years. Against racism, anti-Semitism and other forms of discrimination and violence. For a world without Nazis and right-wing extremists of all kinds. What does that mean in concrete terms? We provide quick and unbureaucratic financial support to those affected by anti-Semitic, racist and right-wing violence - for example with the Cura victims' fund or the SHEROES Fund. We support projects throughout Germany that promote a democratic civil society. Especially in rural areas. We research and monitor right-wing extremism, anti-Semitism and racism. This expertise is incorporated into studies, brochures and concrete demands. We ensure that these issues remain in the public eye: through press work, social media or articles on Belltower News, the journalistic platform of the Amadeu Antonio Foundation. But also through concrete educational work and (further) training for multipliers. Through its operational activities, the Foundation often carries out pioneering work and puts issues on the agenda on a permanent basis.

(1) The object of the company is - the promotion of sport (skateboarding), - the promotion of dance, art and culture - the promotion of education and participation of young people - the promotion of child and youth welfare within the meaning of 41 SGB VIII, (2) The object of the company is realized in particular by - the promotion and practice of the sport and youth culture of skateboarding, - the promotion of dance art, young up-and-coming artists and cultural workers through events and workshops for creation and presentation - organizing joint activities related to skateboarding and dance, such as workshops, training sessions, presentations and performances - creating inclusive and low-threshold sports, art and youth culture offers for pupils and other young people from socially disadvantaged families and families of non-German origin - the implementation of leisure programs within which male-dominated subcultures are specifically made accessible to girls and women, in particular through pedagogically supervised and protected training times for girls and women - the teaching and further development of sports and experiential education concepts in conjunction with integral and resource-oriented coaching methods - Cooperation and working groups with schools, in particular special schools and schools with a high proportion of pupils of non-German origin Cooperation and working groups with children's and youth facilities with a focus on girls and women, sports clubs and youth welfare organizations. Our Main Project is: DANCE ON BOARDS is an innovative format that brings together the strengths of skateboarding and dance. Itis led by experienced dance facilitators and skateboardcoachesand offers disadvantaged students in theagefrom 6-17 in underserved areas the opportunity to implement both forms of movement. We work directly in the schools and specifically promote girls in sport. Our partner schools in the Berlin districts of Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg and Neukolln have a high percentageof children with non-German language of origin (Jens Nydal98.8%, Albrecht v. Grafe 95.0%, Fichtelgebirge 45.4%, Campus Rutli 69%, Otto Wels 94%, Burgermeister Hertz 51.2%, Heinrich-Zille 61,6%, Carl v. Ossietzky 85%, Adolf Glabrenner42,5%, Rosa Parks 38,3%, Campus Efeuweg81,3%, Theodor Storm 88,8%). https://www.bildung.berlin.de/Schulverzeichnis/ As an official part of the regular school curriculum (morning program, whole class), all children have equal access to the program regardless of gender, origin or social background. Our focus is on the promotion of girls in sports. It starts in our team structure with13female and 3 male coaches. In ourweekly traininggroupDANCE ON BOARDS (DOB Company) and ourFemaleJunior Coach Community wespecifically promote girls in their personal development.