About Us
The IFC is an inclusive network dedicated to the advocacy of human rights, with a particular focus on women’s rights and LGBTQI+ rights. We strive to create a safe space that empower marginalized communities and challenge discrimination, guided by the principles: solidarity, justice and collective action.
Who We Are
At the core of IFC is a commitment to grassroots, participatory action grounded in the principles of intersectional feminism. Our collective brings together women human rights defenders, partners, donors and collaborators.
Our core members include women from different regions, spanning from the Middle East, North Africa, Sudan, and Southeast Asia, whose lived experiences shape and strengthen our work. Together, we advance the rights and well-being of women and marginalized communities.
Mission and Vision
We envision a world with equality and wellbeing for all genders at the local, national, and regional levels. Free from all forms of discrimination.
We aim to protect and promote women and gender rights across the region, resist patriarchy, transform discriminatory norms, create sage spaces for women and marginalized individuals, and strive for justice for survivors and victims of violence.
Our Values
Inclusivity
The IFC is an inclusive network dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual support. Through our local projects, we work with marginalized women in vulnerable communities, ensuring their voices are heard, valued, and respected.
Solidarity
We are guided by a rights-based and intersectional approach, where we strive to respond to the diverse needs and experiences of our communities. We recognize that oppression exist in many forms and at varying levels, and we are committed to challenging it in all its manifestations.
Diversity
We celebrate diversity and respects each other’s unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We listen to and reflect on the voices of diverse communities. United by a shared vision and mission, we welcome everyone, believing that diversity enriches our community and strengthens our collective voice.
Transparency
At IFC, our rights-based approach drives us to champion meaningful change. We foster open communication and create a sage space where members can share their beliefs and ideas. This principles guides our actions, from financial decisions to policy development, ensuring alignment with our collective goals.
Active participation
We believe that engagement, involvement, and contributions are essential for making a difference. As a collective, we are present, and responsive. We value democracy and empowerment among our members, where we give responsibility and solidarity to each other.
Accountability
We believe accountability and responsibility are key to achieving our mission and vision. At IFC, we lead by example, acting with integrity, consistency, and authenticity. We maintain open feedback channels for sensitive matters and stay responsive to security concerns while respecting each other’s consent.
Independence
At IFC, we are a non-religious, non-affiliated, and non-partisan collective that embraces diversity and respects each member’s beliefs and experiences. Guided by human rights principles and instruments, we uphold every member's freedom of expression, conscience, and religion, ensuring space for all voices to be heard.