Who we are
The International Federation of Settlements and Neighborhood Centers (IFS) is a global movement of more than 11000 member associations that include multi-purpose, community-based organizations across the world. We believe in empowering the people who work for social justice by connecting, inspiring and supporting an inclusive global community.
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Focus Areas: Social Justice, Democracy and Peace
The IFS Network and its members remain united in advocating for social justice, diversity, solidarity, peace and democracy around the world. Here are some of the activities conducted by the IFS Helsinki Office and its members to advocate for social justice, peace, and democracy everywhere.
How to become a member?
Our Membership spans the globe offering partnership for programs and conferences that introduce you to new networking channels.
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34th Annual United Nations International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP): A Global Commitment to Ageing with Dignity
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🌍 Welcome, French Delegation! 🇫🇷
This week, the Finnish Federation of Settlements Houses is thrilled to host a group of 13 social center workers and volunteers from across France! Over the years, the organization has welcomed numerous members from IFS organizations for mobility and exchange tours, and it’s always an enriching experience.
What’s surprising is that many of these participants are unaware they’re part of a global movement with a wealth of opportunities waiting for them.
🌐 This highlights a crucial challenge: many of those working directly with people or middle managers don’t know about IFS's existence and mission.
💬 Does your organization know about IFS? How can we bridge this gap together? IFS belongs to all of us, and this is YOUR call to action!
🙌 Think of ways to connect your organization to IFS effectively. The future of our movement is in your hands. Get involved, and let’s strategize together on how to raise awareness about this incredible community!
🔗 Together, we are stronger. Let’s make sure everyone knows they are part of this global network. Reach out and share your ideas. Let’s build the future of IFS together! 💪
#IFSMovement #GlobalCommunity #GetInvolved #TogetherWeAreStronger #SocialImpact #Networking #Opportunities
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Our colleagues Ariana Elezaj and Chris Hanway will be co-chair of this year's UNIDOP as representative of the UN NGO Committee on Ageing in collaboration with UN DESA in New York on Monday October 7th. Join and spread the word! 👇👇
The event will be broadcast live on UNWebTV lnkd.in/efXN7iNj
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Exciting times at the IFS Annual Meeting in Cleveland, Ohio!
Today marks the first day of our annual and full board meeting, with almost all of our board members present on-site, and a few joining us online.
We’re looking forward to productive discussions and collaboration as we work together to drive positive change globally. Stay tuned for more updates!
#IFSAnnualMeeting #Cleveland #GlobalCollaboration #BoardMeeting2024
Miss you all.
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The International Federation of Settlements and Neighborhood Centers (IFS)
c/o Finnish Federation of Settlement Houses
Sturenkatu 11
00510 Helsinki, Finland
