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
We work on three impact areas: Civic Rights in a Digital Age; Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and Climate Justice. Our approach is solution driven, and we build wider movements for change by amplifying and connecting voices.
How we work
Hivos has developed five strategies for promoting the voices and choices of marginalized people, while strengthening civil society. Which strategy we apply, and when, greatly depends on the context and the organizations we work with.
Support change-makers
Help us strengthen social justice movements, support change-makers who confront systemic oppression, and throw a lifeline to activists in danger.
