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About

About us

CIVICUS is an influential global alliance that strengthens citizen action and participatory democracy by connecting a diverse range of actors, including NGOs, trade unions, and philanthropic bodies.

Who we are

Mission

CIVICUS is an international alliance dedicated to strengthening citizen action and civil society throughout the world.

Vision

A worldwide community of informed, inspired, committed citizens engaged in confronting the challenges facing humanity.

Values

  • Justice & EqualityAll people free to exercise rights per the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
  • ReciprocityMutual respect for civil society to thrive.
  • KnowledgeForming alliances to increase global awareness.
  • Principled CouragePromoting civil justice with democratic principles.

Objectives

  • InfluenceEnsure civil society has a stronger voice.
  • ConnectLink sources of citizen action.
  • EnablePromote better conditions for civil society.
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How it works

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What is civic space?

Association

The right to freedom of association is the right of any citizen to join a formal or informal group to take collective action. Associations can include civil society organisations, clubs, cooperatives, NGOs, religious associations, political parties, trade unions, foundations and online associations.

For more, see the website of the current UN Special Rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association.

Peaceful Assembly

The right to peaceful assembly is the right of citizens to gather publicly or privately to collectively express, promote, pursue and defend common interests — including peaceful assemblies, meetings, protests and demonstrations. States must protect and facilitate them.

Expression

The right to freedom of expression includes the right to access information, critically evaluate and speak out against policies and actions of state and non-state actors, without fear of retribution.

The state's duty to protect civil society

The state must actively protect people who choose to associate, assemble and express themselves. When rights are violated, there should be thorough investigations. Without accountability, impunity for those who attack civil society prevails.

Ratings

Open
The state protects civic space and guarantees freedoms of association, assembly, and expression. Authorities are open to dialogue, police protect protesters, and the media operates without censorship.
Narrowed
Fundamental rights are generally respected, but occasional violations occur. Critics may face harassment or isolated arrests, and press freedom is often undermined by political pressure.
Obstructed
Civic space is limited by legal and practical constraints. Organizations face surveillance and harassment, protests are frequently suppressed, and journalists risk attacks or legal charges.
Repressed
Civic space is severely restricted. Criticizing power carries high risks of imprisonment or death. Protests face lethal force, independent media is targeted, and the internet is heavily monitored.
Closed
Total closure of civic space under fear and violence. The state suppresses fundamental rights with impunity. Media freedom is non-existent and any criticism faces severe penalties.
Memory Game

Match each civic space rating with a real-world event

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Methodology

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Contact

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