Members
Join IFS Membership: Connecting a Global Community
Becoming a member of IFS means joining a vibrant, global network committed to collaboration, shared learning, and meaningful impact. With over 11,000 members worldwide, IFS brings together settlements and community neighbourhood centre federations, associations, and individuals who believe in the power of community to drive change.
Whether you’re an organization aiming to expand its reach or an individual passionate about fostering global collaboration, membership with IFS unlocks exclusive benefits, valuable resources, and life-changing connections.
Why Join IFS?
Membership Benefits
By becoming an IFS member, you’ll gain access to a host of benefits designed to empower your growth and maximize your impact, including:
- Global Networking Opportunities
Connect with like-minded professionals, organizations, and industry leaders across borders.
- Access to Exclusive Resources
From training materials to policy guides, members have access to curated tools and peer support that drive success.
- Be Part of a Global Mission
Contribute to building a stronger, collective future through our community-focused initiatives.
- Leadership Opportunities
Influence our global efforts and actively shape key programs and events.
- Support and Mentorship
Exchange ideas, learn best practices, and grow with the help of collaborative support systems.
Membership Options
For Individuals
Join IFS as an individual member and make a meaningful contribution to our global community. Choose a membership level that fits your commitment and capacity:
- Individual Member: €50 annually
- Sustainer Membership: €250 annually
- Leadership Membership: €500 annually
For Organizations
Organizational membership is structured based on annual operating budgets in Euros, ensuring inclusivity and fairness for organizations of all sizes:
- Less than €500,000: €120/year
- €500,000 to €1,000,000: €400/year
- €1,000,000 to €5,000,000: €800/year
- €5,000,000 to €10,000,000: €2,500/year
- €10,000,000 to €20,000,000: €3,500/year
- €20,000,000 and over: €5,000/year
A Truly Global Membership
Our members include federations and associations, creating a network that spans the Social Justice Sector, countries, and cultures. By joining IFS, your organization will stand alongside thousands of passionate members, paving the way for innovation, inclusivity, and impact.
Take the Next Step
Interested in becoming a member of IFS? We’d love to welcome you to our global family! Simply reach out to us at info@ifsnetwork.org for more information and guidance on how to join.
Together, we can continue to foster community collaboration and create a brighter, connected global future.
IFS Africa
Membership list
Tinada Youth Group, Kisumu, Kenya |
Umuebu Neighbourhood House, Umuebu, Nigeria |
Organisation Alternatives pour l’Enfance et la Jeunesse, Rabat, Morocco |
Nyalenda Young Turks CBO, Kenya |
Solidarity with youth in distress youth group, Kisumu, Kenya |
Mumbo International, Kenya |
Foundation for development and relief Africa, Uganda |
Community agenda support CBO, Kenya |
IFS Asia-Pacific
Membership list
Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association, Mt. Waverly, VIC, Australia (Association of 1,000 member organizations) |
Linkwest, West Perth, WA, Australia (Association of 80 member organizations) |
Local Community Services Association, Glebe, NSW, Australia (Association of 230 member organizations) |
Sydney University Settlement Neighbourhood Centre, Darlington, NSW, Australia |
IFS Europe
Membership list
ARCS Arci Culture Solidali, Roma, Italy |
AskovFonden, Copenhagen, Denmark |
Ahjola Settlement, Helsinki, Finland |
Akaa Settlement, Akaa, Finland |
Aurala Settlement, Tampere, Finland |
Auralan Nuoret, Tampere, Finland |
Aalto kansalaisopisto, Kajaani, Finland |
Äänekosken kansalaisopisto, Äänekoski, Finland |
Birkagården, Stockholm, Sweden |
Finnish Federation of Settlements, Helsinki, Finland (Federation of 35 member organizations) |
Fritidsforum, Stockholm, Sweden |
Fyrisgården, Uppsala, Sweden |
Fédération des Centres sociaux et Socioculturels de France, Paris, France (Federation of 54 member agencies, 1200 centers) |
Fritidsförbundet för Barn o Unga med funktionsvariationer, Sweden |
Henri Braakenburg, Amersfoort, The Netherlands |
Harjula Settlement, Lahti, Finland |
Hämeenlinna Settlement, Hämeenlinna, Finland |
Institute of Social Pedagogies, Moscow, Russia |
Irena Leliugiene, Kaunas, Lithuania |
Jyränkölä Settlement, Heinola, Finland |
Jämsänlaakso Settlement, Jämsä, Finland |
Joensuu Settlement, Joensuu, Finland |
Jyvälä Settlement, Jyväskylä, Finland |
Kalliola Settlement, Helsinki, Finland |
Koskela Settlement, Äänekoski, Finland |
Kurikan kanslaisopisto, Kurikka, Finland |
Locality, London, United Kingdom (Association of more than 600 member organizations) |
LSA Bewoners, Netherlands |
Lister, Utrecht, Netherlands |
Lunds Ungdoms- och Hemgård, Sweden |
Luotolan Nuoret, Mäntsälä, Finland |
Lievestuore Settlement, Lievestuore, Finland |
MTU Hingekaitse, Estonia |
Parkano Settlement, Parkano, Finland |
Pohjois-Kyme Settlement, Kouvola, Finland |
Mäster Olofsgården, Stockholm, Sweden |
Nachbarschaftsheim Schoeneberg, Berlin, Germany |
Neighborhood Center ufaFabrik e.V., Berlin, Germany |
Rovala Settlement Association, Rovaniemi, Finland |
Settlementet, Copenhagen, Denmark |
Spelenderwijs Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands |
Rientola Settlement, Tampere, Finland |
Rovala Settlement, Rovaniemi, Finland |
Rovalan Nuoret, Rovaniemi, Finland |
Svenska SettlementFörbundet, Stockholm, Sweden |
Settlement Louhela, Järvenpää, Finland |
Settlement Tampere, Tampere, Finland |
Settlement Kyröskoskela, Kyröskoski, Finland |
Seinäjoen Settlement, Seinäjoki, Finland |
Settlement Ukonhattu, Leppävirta, Finland |
Toivola-Luontola Settlement, Kemi, Finland |
Tornion setlementtinuoret, Tornio, Finland |
Tunturila Settlement, Kemijärvi, Finland |
Vaasan Setlementtiyhdistys, Vaasa, Finland |
Vuolle Settlement, Oulu, Finland |
Wiener Hilfswerk, Wien, Austria |
ÉLETFA Segíto Szolgálat Egyesület, Debrecen, Hungary |
IFS North America
Membership list
Alliance for Strong Families and Communities, Milwaukee, WI, USA (Association of 500 member organizations) |
Association of Neighbourhood Houses of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada (Association of 8 member organizations) |
Friendly House, Worcester, MA, USA |
Goddard Riverside Community Center, New York, NY, USA |
Greater Cleveland Neighborhood Centers Association, Cleveland, OH, USA (Association of 18 member organizations) |
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement, Long Island City, NY, USA |
Marie & Anthony Wagner, Crosslake, MN, USA |
Mr. Joel Bronstein, Vancouver, BC, Canada |
Northwestern Settlement Associstion, Chicago, IL, USA |
Pillsbury United Communities, Minneapolis, MN, USA |
Scadding Court Community Centre, Toronto, ON, Canada |
Syracuse Norteast Commmunity Center, New York, NY, USA |
The Wagner Group, LLC, Crosslake, MN, USA |
Toronto Neighbourhood Centres, Toronto, ON, Canada (Association of 35 member organizations) |
United Neighborhood Houses of New York, New York, NY, USA (Association of 38 member organizations) |
University Settlement Society of New York, New York, NY, USA |
Woodgreen Community Services, Toronto, ON, Canada |
Yvonne C. Olsen, Minneapolis, MN, USA |