IFS continues to engage actively at the United Nations, bringing local community realities into global conversations on human rights, social justice, and inclusion. During the most recent IFS UN Committee meeting, members reflected on the growing importance of strong advocacy networks amid significant challenges facing the UN system, including budget reductions and institutional transitions. In…
EFS is proud to be part of the EU-funded project RE-ACT IN II – Young People in Public Space, coordinated by ARCS. This initiative brings together organisations across Europe and beyond to strengthen youth participation in shaping inclusive, accessible public spaces. As part of this project, partner organisations will host a series of online trainings…
Community Work, Human Rights, and the Settlement and Neighbourhood Centre Movement Ken Burns’ 2014 documentary series, “The Roosevelts: An Intimate History,” offers a captivating exploration of a family whose name has resonated through U.S. and global history for decades. The final episode focuses on one of my personal heroes, Eleanor Roosevelt. Her tireless work as…
IFS General Assembly: Join Us on 10 October 2025 (Sydney time) The IFS General Assembly is your chance to help shape our network’s direction for the year ahead. Whether you’re a long-standing member, a new supporter, or someone considering a more active role, this gathering brings us together to review our progress, elect our…
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Celebrate 100 years of community power at the IFS100 Conference in the UK, Nov 10-13, 2025. Explore social justice & impactful change. Learn more!
The International Federation of Settlements and Neighbourhood Centres (IFS) is proud to announce the election of Melissa Aase as the new President of its Board. This decision was made during the organization’s June meeting, marking the beginning of a promising chapter under Melissa’s visionary leadership. Melissa Aase, widely recognised for her contributions to community development,…
From the heart of Sydney, the new IFS Host Office is excited to share what’s been happening behind the scenes this past quarter. As we approach the final stage of the transition from Finland to Australia, we’re proud to report fresh progress, renewed energy, and growing global connection — all thanks to you, our vibrant…
In the Heart of Aspet: A Story of Listening, Belonging, and LeilaBy Junias Kanyinda In October 2024, as part of my work coordinating international projects for the Finnish Federation of Settlement Houses and the International Federation of Settlements (IFS), I hosted a group of French colleagues for an Erasmus+ mobility exchange. The theme? Exploring…
What if equity work wasn’t just about learning concepts but practicing new ways of being together? That was the idea behind the Kinship Dojo, a six-month pilot launched by Toronto Neighbourhood Centres (TNC). Inspired by dojo culture, this unique initiative created a practice space where 30 participants from across the TNC network gathered to explore…
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