WHAT MAKES ALLIED STAND OUT?
OUR FOCUS
We celebrate the work of defenders and their contributions to a safe climate, environmental protection and human rights.
OUR NETWORK
We are civic space actors that connect the grassroots and international levels.
OUR STRATEGY
We adopt a bottom-up approach to our strategy, work and impact-which are guided by defenders.
OUR STRENGTH LIES IN OUR ALLIES
Our network of organizations and defenders allows us to:
Establish a solidarity network upon which defenders can rely.
Fill gaps, catalyze and channel support to defenders through safe spaces and trust-based connections, bringing resources to the places where they are most needed.
Elevate the voices of defenders, including by publishing grassroots-driven data and raising awareness of their vital work and contributions.
Overcome capacity constraints of support organizations, increase their outreach and maximize the impact of resources.
Inform support strategies, making them context-appropriate, flexible, and demand-driven.
Ultimately, this contributes to creating a safe and enabling space for ILEDs, through:
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Stronger protection and prevention strategies.
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Heightened awareness and understanding of the situation and support needs of defenders.
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Amplification of the voices of defenders, empowering them to speak truth to power.
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Enhanced recognition and respect for the invaluable work of defenders.