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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“Let’s all be brave and creative builders of a much better and just world”
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.
Latest in the IFS
- IFS Internationale Conference 2023 in France. Read more
- Project IFS Fostering Social Justice! Erasmus + EU Program 2021 – 2024 – IFS as advocate and provider for adult learning opportunities – 11 EU countries – 12 partners – 17 Projects – 1 Network. Read more.
- IFS and members’s support to Ukraine – Youth Camps for the youngsters. Do you want to make a donation? Please go to Donation.
- IFS Declaration on Social Justice, published at the end the IFS International Conference 2021 in Sydney.
News & Blog
International Day of Education 2023 – IFS Statement
Ahead of the International Day of Education on 24 January, the IFS...
IFS International Conference Lille 2023 Speakers
We will be expanding the list of speakers and presenters, including their...
The On Humanity’s Side Award goes to the Finnish artist Paleface
The "On the humanity's side" award 2022 goes to the Finnish hip-hop artist...
Upcoming events
IFS International Conference 12.-14.5.2023 Lille France
12/05/2023
Event description The IFS International Conference 2023 will...
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Dear IFS member,
Have you registered to join us at the IFS International Conference 2023 and the French federation's Congress in Lille, France? Register now and secure your seat at this grand event! The Early Bird pricing will end on January 31, 2023. Follow the link below to register. 👇
ifsnetwork.org/event/ifs-international-conference-2023-in-france-save-the-date/
Happy International Day of Education to all the IFS member organizations committed to supporting diversified ways of learning in their communities! Read the IFS Statement on this occasion from the IFS website.👇
ifsnetwork.org/news/international-day-of-education-2023-ifs-statement/
#IFS International Conference Lille 2023. #democracy and Social Justice. Have you registered? The early-bird pricing ends on January 31, 2023. REGISTER NOW👇 to secure your place and accommodation!😉
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