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Statement on the Crisis in the USA
The International Federation of Settlements and Neighborhood Centers (IFS), representing 11,000 community-based organizations worldwide, stands in unwavering solidarity with U.S. communities facing a growing crisis. Across the country, diverse neighborhoods are enduring unprecedented actions by federal agencies, including surveillance, inhumane detention, deportation, family separation, and violence against peaceful protesters by armed, masked agents. Our U.S….
Did You Miss Last Year’s Annual Training Institute? Don’t Worry—It’s Back!
The Creative Center’s Annual Training Institute for Arts in Health & Creative Aging is here again, and this is your chance to join an inspiring and transformative experience! This year’s program promises immersive days filled with experiential skill-building, embodied learning, and applied discourse. Through a thoughtfully curated mix of talks, panel discussions, site visits, and hands-on…
Who Decides? Shaping Human Rights for People with Dementia
Dementia is often viewed strictly through a medical lens—a diagnosis to be managed or a condition to be treated. However, as the global population ages, we are witnessing a crucial shift in perspective. Dementia is not just a health issue; it is a matter of equity, disability, and fundamental human rights. Currently, more than 55…
Reflecting on a Landmark Year and Looking Ahead to 2026
As the new host office team, we are delighted to share our reflections on a year of significant progress, connection, and transformation for the International Federation of Settlements and Neighbourhood Centres (IFS) Network. 2025 has brought both challenges and achievements, underscoring the resilience, commitment, and spirit of our global community. We want to extend our…
IFS100 Conference and Locality Convention: Voices from the Network
In November 2025, the International Federation of Settlements and Neighbourhood Centres (IFS) gathered in the United Kingdom to mark a historic moment with the IFS100 Conference, held alongside the Locality Convention in London and Liverpool. The event brought together settlement and neighbourhood practitioners, leaders, and community workers from across the world to reflect, connect,…
Your Opportunity to Host the 2027 IFS International Conference!
The International Federation of Settlements and Neighbourhood Centres (IFS) is officially inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) to host our 2027 International Conference. There is no required time of year—the event can be held at any point in 2027, giving hosts the flexibility to choose dates that suit their local context. We also welcome proposals…