IFS Resource Hub

Knowledge, Tools and Resources for the Global Network

The IFS Resource Hub brings together governance documents, policies, practical tools, publications, advocacy materials and resources from across the IFS Global Network.

Resources are organised to help Board members, regional leaders, working groups, member organisations, Associate Members, practitioners and researchers find information relevant to their roles and interests.

The Resource Hub will continue to grow as IFS members and partners contribute knowledge, practical materials and examples of community-led work.

If you encounter a broken link, have trouble accessing a document, or would like to suggest a new or updated resource, please contact the IFS host office at info@ifsnetwork.org.

Empowering leaders to guide IFS with clarity and purpose.

  • IFS Governance: Access governance documents, including bylaws, charters, and meeting protocols.
  • Internal Policies: Explore policies that guide IFS operations and decision-making.
  • Leadership Tools: Download guides and templates to support effective leadership at the board and regional levels.
  • leadership templates
  • approved Board resources

Policies, procedures and practical materials supporting the safe, consistent and effective operation of IFS.

Place here:

  • IFS International Conference Host Resources – Guidance, application templates and practical planning tools supporting prospective and selected hosts through the IFS International Conference process.
  • internal policies and procedures
  • privacy and data-protection information
  • complaints and feedback procedures
  • safeguarding materials
  • risk-management resources
  • finance and delegation policies
  • Communications guidance: Messaging guides, funding and supporter materials, conference communications and practical tools to help members communicate clearly, consistently and confidently about IFS.
  • templates and operational tools

Information and resources helping members connect, participate and make the most of the IFS Global Network.

  • membership information
  • Associate Membership guidance
  • member participation guide
  • regional-network information
  • working-group information
  • conference and meeting materials
  • how to contribute news and events
  • member logos and promotional materials
  • IFS brand and communications resources

IFS statements, advocacy resources and materials connecting community experience with regional and international issues.

  • IFS policy statements
  • United Nations resources
  • human-rights materials
  • democracy and social-justice declarations
  • Sustainable Development Goals resources
  • regional advocacy materials
  • consultation responses
  • membership information
  • Associate Membership guidance
  • member participation guide
  • regional-network information
  • working-group information
  • conference and meeting materials
  • how to contribute news and events
  • member logos and promotional materials
  • IFS brand and communications resources

Research, reports, case studies and practical knowledge supporting community-led work and international learning.

  • IFS reports and publications
  • research papers
  • conference presentations
  • case studies
  • community-development tools
  • study-visit reports
  • webinar recordings
  • training materials
  • historical and archival publications
  • resources contributed by universities and research partners

Explore tools, publications and examples of practice shared by organisations across the IFS network.

  • IFS Policy Statements: Stay informed with official IFS positions on key global issues.
  • Promotional Materials: Access brochures, logos, and other materials to promote your connection to IFS.
  • member publications
  • practical guides, toolkits,
  • videos, and recordings
  • community-practice examples
  • training materials
  • research produced by member organisations
  • multilingual resources
  • Tools & Guides: Practical resources to enhance your work, from fundraising guides to community engagement strategies.

Resources shared by member organisations reflect the work and views of their respective publishers. Their inclusion in the Resource Hub does not necessarily constitute formal endorsement by IFS.

Have a Resource to Share? 

Submit your tools, guides, or materials to help strengthen the IFS community.

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