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International Civil Society Centre
Berlin, DEImpact-drivenNon-Profit EnterpriseSocial ImpactDemocracy & Public Goods
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees11 - 50
Founded2007
LocationBerlin
About us
The International Civil Society Centre (ICSC), a Berlin-based gGmbH founded in 2007, strengthens the collective power and resilience of the international civil society sector. Owned and supported by 16 international civil society organizations, the ICSC provides leadership support and defines strategic ambitions focused on "Futures," "Civic space," and "Empowering communities." It implements programmatic initiatives like the "Solidarity Action Network" and "Scanning the Horizon" to help organizations navigate challenges and unlock new opportunities for impact. With a team of 11-50 staff, the Centre fosters shared learning and forward-looking insights, primarily aligning its high-impact work with SDG 17, "Partnerships for the Goals."
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Sustainability Goals
Partnerships for the Goals
Strengthening global civil society for sustainable development
The International Civil Society Centre empowers civil society organizations worldwide, providing leadership support and fostering networks like the "Solidarity Action Network" to enhance their impact on global challenges.
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Building strong, effective civil society institutions
The organization enhances the capacity of civil society through leadership support and strategic guidance, advocating for and protecting "Civic space" crucial for transparent and accountable governance.
Reduced Inequalities
Empowering communities to reduce inequalities
Through initiatives like "Leave No One Behind" and "Futures of Localisation," the Centre supports civil society efforts to empower marginalized communities and address systemic inequalities across various contexts.
FAQs
Q1What is the mission of the International Civil Society Centre?
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The International Civil Society Centre (ICSC) is dedicated to strengthening the collective power of civil society, ensuring its resilience, relevance, responsiveness, and forward-looking capacity during times of global uncertainty. It supports civil society organizations through leadership assistance, shared learning processes, and forward-looking insights to navigate challenges and unlock new opportunities for impact.
Q2How many employees does the International Civil Society Centre have?
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The International Civil Society Centre employs a team of 17 individuals. The organization falls within the size category of 11 to 50 employees.
Q3Where is the International Civil Society Centre headquartered?
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The International Civil Society Centre is headquartered in Berlin, Germany. It currently operates from a single location.
Q4Which SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) does the ICSC primarily support?
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The International Civil Society Centre primarily focuses on SDG 17: "Partnerships for the Goals." Secondarily, it also contributes to SDG 16: "Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions," and SDG 10: "Reduced Inequalities."
Q5What is the ownership structure of the International Civil Society Centre?
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The International Civil Society Centre is a gGmbH (non-profit limited liability company) owned and supported by 16 international civil society organizations. This unique ownership structure fosters shared learning and mutual support within the sector.
