Forus is a global network of 69 National NGO Platforms (NPF) and 7 Regional Coalitions (RC) from 5 continents. The NPF are, according to their Statutes, Forus’ active members, while the RC are associate members.

As a legitimate catalyst and representative of the voice of NGOs worldwide, Forus works to strengthen the capacities of civil society to ensure the effective and efficient participation of civil society actors in official negotiations.

Forus advocates for better resourcing of civil society and the defense of an enabling environment for civil society organisations to influence public policy at the national, regional and international level.

Mission:

Three main working areas are being targeted to achieve this transformative change:

• Connect NGO Platforms and Regional Coalitions to build joint actions, learn from each other and fight for an enabling environment for civil society organisations
• Support and develop the capacities of their members for more effective participation in decision-making processes, using the network’s collective intelligence and innovative approaches
• Influence public policies together with their members, by engaging in official negotiations, deliberations and public mobilisations at national, regional and international levels

Their Vision

They envision a world where every National NGO Platform & Regional Coalition has a voice, the means and the knowledge to address power imbalance to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities and achieving social justice, peace and democracy throughout the world.