Who we are
Hivos was founded in 1968. In our first ever brochure, our founders wrote that “necessary changes should spring from communities themselves – from people at the base of society.” These convictions are still reflected in our work.
What we do
Hivos strengthens and resources organizations and movements with the potential to improve a broad range of human, civil, and political rights. In particular, if they are directly at risk of being targeted or if they have the potential to spark popular mobilization for a transformative progressive agenda.
How we work
Our key partners are movements and civil society actors, including NGOs, informal groups, independent media, cultural actors and human rights defenders. We see them not as passive beneficiaries, but as co-creators of change, bringing legitimacy and lived experiences.
Support change-makers
Help us strengthen social justice movements, support change-makers who confront systemic oppression, and throw a lifeline to activists in danger.
