Leading Organizations

It fosters political participation of young people in Japan by establishing bridges between them and politicians. Their activities include political education campaigns, such as simulation voting projects in high schools and informal conversations with parliamentarians.

Works to create theatre, dance and art performances in conjunction with activitsts and NGOs, to advocate for socia justice on specific topics.

Otrans contributes to the social, economic, and cultural development of trans people in Guatemala. It undertakes projects, offers legal and technical assistance for the trans community, and advocates policy reform.

It is and independent news enterprise based in the United States that defends freedom of expression and speech in Ethiopia. It fosters community engagement around social justice issues, human rights, democracy, community health, and childhood welfare.

It is a multidisciplinary organization aimed at developing a critical approach towards public polices, political violence, human rights, and the rights of the victims in Colombia. Their work is based on a direct relationship with local organizations (i.e. communal action boards, peasant associations, trade unions, neighborhood associations, etc.), to provide social and legal assistance in situations of rights infringements.

OPAWC works to improve women's literacy, practical wage earning skills and health in order to in order to promote their human rights.

Their work focuses on peace building, food security, access to education, and capacity building through the engagement of women and children directly affected by the civil conflict. They previously mediated for the disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration of ex-combatants.

Defending victims of violence, terrorism and extremism through publications and psychological counselling.

Creates messages, narratives and avenues of advocacy for artists and social justice activists for empowerment and change in policy.

The network works to catalyze citizen action to push for legal and political reform, participation in the democratic process, and the defense of the rule of law in Ukraine.

Foundation working to build vibrant and tolerant societies whose governments are accountable and open to the participation of all people.

Established in 1999 to counteract xenophobic and anti-Semitic prejudice reappearing in Polish public life, it promotes tolerance, openness, and respect for persons and groups of different ethnic, national, religious, cultural, or social identification, as well as combating any forms of racism, anti-Semitism, xenophobia, and other attitudes harmful to human dignity.

It is an initiative that promotes open data and accountability through the online publication of Parliamentary proceedings, such as debates, committees, members, and bills.

Formed by former political prisoners and members of the 88 Generation Students Group, its mission is to defend democracy and the rights to information, education, and knowledge. Their initiatives include monitoring of Parliament and providing local governance training for representatives of ethnic states and divisions within Myanmar.

Works to provide open platforms for access to information for citizens around political and electoral issues.

It is a multilateral initiative that promotes transparency and governance. It is comprised of civil society organizations that monitor the performance of the government in the fulfillment of the Second Action Plan.

The Open Government Foundation promotes the principles of transparency, participation, collaboration, and technological innovation. It promotes consultative and inclusive processes to stimulate citizen actions and local governance through the production of strategies and scenarios that foster transparency.

The Open Forum for Democracy Foundation is focused on strengthening local networking in Thailand on democracy and electoral processes. It is also one of the founders of the regional electoral observation network the Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL).

Works to provide access to information to citizens through digital platforms.

Works to develop platforms for access to government information, practices, and control of the democratic process by citizens.

It is comprised of a group of organizations seeking to promote good governance, transparency, and openness. They seek the public availability of government budget and financial records, and the achievement of an inclusive development and efficient service delivery.

Works to defend LGTBIQ rights in Singapore through advocacy and personal assistance.

Online RTI allows one to file RTI in any government or public department, by filling up the details online..

Works to reinforce parliamentary mechanisms and promote the role of CSOs in the legislative process.

It works to create an inclusive society for individuals with disabilities, implementing programs to improve their health, quality of lives, and well-being, in collaboration with their families and communities.