Organizations Search
The Security and Sustainability GuideWe have an extensive list of organizations concerned with Security and/or Sustainability. The SSG team is working to supply all the entries in this list with at least a brief abstract of their activities and goals.Â
Our organization descriptions are based on information provided on the website. We often quote organization slogans, mission, and/or vision statements, but in many instances condense these statements or select the most relevant themes. If we have misstated or overlooked major programs, activities, or publications, we apologize and hope that organizations will offer corrections. Â
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An association that encourages multinational corporations “to promote more sustainable and just practices” advocating for corporate social responsibility. Program areas: Corporate Governance Climate Change Responsible Finance Food Justice Health Human...
It works to model energy stewardship in their communities.” IPL “inspires and mobilizes people of faith and conscience to take bold and just action on climate change” by conducting “education...
It contributes to the "enhancing current and emerging leadership – especially within and through the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) – to help address complex global challenges,...
It is comprised eight member states located in the Horn of Africa, the Nile Valley, and the African Great Lakes region whose main goal is to support and complement its...
A voluntary group that assists over 80 countries in leveraging mining for sustainable growth. Its goal is to decrease negative impacts and distribute financial benefits. Offering a consistent global platform,...
It's "the leading international body" for scientific assessment of the current state of knowledge in climate change and its potential environmental and socio-economic impacts. It aims to provide governments at...
It's mission is to strengthen knowledge foundations for a better policy through science, for the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, long-term human well-being and sustainable development. As such, it...
The Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre "is the world's authoritative source of data and analysis on internal displacement." It offers a service to the international community by informing "policy and operational decisions that...
An international peacebuilding organization working “with local people around the world to help them better understand conflict and build peace.” It focuses “on key issues which affect peace and security,...
International Alliance for Research Universities (2006; Tokyo; 11 staff; iaruni.org) The International Alliance for Research Universities is a joint collaboration of eleven international research-intensive universities from nine countries across the...
It acts in favour of cultural heritage in conflict areas via an aid programme which enables it to be flexible and to react quickly. The international cooperation initiative has been...
Initiated by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, INTERPOL, the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF), the Republic of Austria, and other stakeholders. 70 UN-Member States and intergovernmental organizations are...
It's broad interest is in interdisciplinary research involving all countries engaged in Arctic research and in all areas of the Arctic. The Committee has working groups, which support science-led international...
It's devoted to bringing together multi-disciplinary researchers, practitioners and policymakers for the purpose of improving governance and management, advancing understanding, and creating sustainable solutions for commons, common-pool resources, or any...
The association works for the elimination of nuclear arms, the strengthening of international law and the development of effective mechanisms for the peaceful settlement of international disputes.” It also strives...
An international network working to "enhance quality of life and economic well-being by supporting and promoting sustainable transport in urban areas worldwide." It represents "1,600 member companies from the fields...
It "partners with UNESCO and other international, regional, and national bodies active in higher education with the aim of building a Worldwide Higher Education Community." Priorities areas: Leadership Internationalization Sustainable...
It is an " NGO (Non Governmental Organization) holding the highest (ECOSOC) consultation rights at the United Nations and formal consultation rights with UNESCO." The internal association of university chief...
It was created "in response to the deep fears and expectations generated by the discoveries and diverse uses of nuclear technology." It was set up as the world’s “Atoms for...
An international organization that works with the global legal community to promote and protect human rights and the independence of the legal profession worldwide. Committees and Divisions: Legal Practice Division...
A non-governmental organization which works towards increasing access to justice. It "is dedicated to protecting the basic legal rights of individuals in developing countries". In particular, it "works to guarantee...
It aims to improve public budget systems in a way that meets the needs of people. Works with individuals from 120 countries to collect data, advocate for reform, and enhance...
It encourages people in all countries to inspire, persuade and pressure their governments to initiate and support negotiations for a treaty banning nuclear weapons. It does so by shifting the...
It "works for a world free of antipersonnel landmines and cluster munitions and where landmine and cluster munition survivors can lead fulfilling lives" and it “was awarded the Nobel Peace...
It's for governments and public authorities who have implemented or plan to implement emissions trading systems (ETS). ICAP promotes cooperation among nations, sub-national entities, and supranational organizations striving to implement...