MEMBERS 2022
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Associated Country Women of the World |
Founded in 1929 to raise awareness if issues facing rural women and work to improve their living conditions. ACWW connects rural and non-rural women and their communities worldwide through a network of Member Societies and Individual Members. ACWW is committed to raising the health and standard of living of rural women and their families. ACWW is non-sectarian, non-political and forward looking. In 2021 the ACWW is connected only by FB and mail (no representative) |
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BPW Business and Professional Women (International Federation) |
Founded in 1930, BPW has become one of the most influential international networks of business and professional women with affiliates in almost 100 countries in 5 continents. Aims: develop professional and Leadership potential for women at all levels, contribute at local, national and international level, offering personal development programs (mentoring, leadership and business training). Ambition: Equal participation of women and men in Power and Decision-making roles. International President: 2021-2024 Catherine Bossarth, Switzerland International Past President: 2017-2020 Amany Asfour, Egypt at present President of African Business Council International VPresident UN Committee 2021-2024: Chularat Israngkool Na Ayutthaya, Thailand Representative to FAO:
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Federation Internationale des Femmes des carrières juridiques |
The International Federation of Women in Legal Careers/Fédération Internationale des Femmes de Carrières Juridiques (FIFCJ – IFWLC) founded in Paris in 1928. AIM: fighting for the eradication of all forms of discrimination against women and promoting their Human Rights. Since 1961, FIFCJ has consultative status with the United Nations Economical and Social Council (ECOSOC) Collaborates with FAO, ILO, UNESCO and UNICEF. President elected is Osvalda Joana, Mozambique Past President: Maria Elena Elverdin, Argentina Representative to FAO:
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IAW International Alliance of Women |
IAW is an international NGO founded in 1902 in Berlin. Nowadays established in Geneva (CH), comprising 41 member organizations involved in the promotion of women’s human rights, of equality and of the empowerment of women. The IAW has general consultative status at the UN Economic and Social Council and is accredited to many specialized UN agencies, has participatory status with the Council of Europe and is represented at the Arab League, the African Union and other international organizations. – Actual Projects: please consult our website! IAW PRESIDENT: Marion Böker (Germany) IAW VICE PRESIDENT: Manju Kak (India) IAW SECRETARY GENERAL: Camilla Wagner (Sweden) Delegation to the international institutions in Rome (FAO, CFS, WFP, IFAD):
Filomena Cusano, Italy Additional Representative Delfina Panfili, Italy Additional Representative
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International Catholic Rural Association |
The International Catholic rural Association ICRA was founded in 1962 by Associations and Organizations both secular and religious, operating in rural world. All ICRA associations are engaged in supporting policies for rural communities and family farms, strengthening and expanding domestic anti-hunger programs. They promote conservation and stewardship of land, ensure safe living and working conditions for farmers in developing countries and provide food security aid efficiently and effectively to hungry people worldwide. ICRA is committed to urge comparison with themes of the Social Doctrine of the Church and with debating Fight against Hunger and the Agenda 2030 at FAO, during CFS (Food Security Committee). ICRA is Member of the Ad Hoc Group of INGOs and the Forum of the Catholic inspirated NGOs at the Roman Pole of UN Agencies. International President: James Ennis, USA – National Catholic Rural Life Conference NCRLC General Secretary: Vincenzo Conso, Italy – Italian Agricultural Environmental & Industrial Federation-FAI-CISL. He serves also as Coordinator of the Forum of Catholic inspired NGOs – Rome Representative to FAO:
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International Congregations of Religious |
A recently created Association of member religious congregations, both of men and women congregations, with own management and organizational structure. Through their representatives, Individual Congregations gather information about the work and projects of FAO, with special reference and emphasis on the CFS = the Committee on World Food Security. Their common understanding is that they will search out NGOs, civil society organizations and movements in the countries and areas where their members are present, to cooperate in the areas of food and nutrition security. Representatives to FAO:
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International Council of Women |
ICW has, for some 130 years, been at the epicenter of the global women’s movement, playing a key role advancing women’s tights in virtually every corner of the world. The concerted effort over the past 3 years, working well with other women’s NGOs, sharing experiences and understandings, had allowed to make tangible progress toward true gender equality and the empowerment of women. 2018: the 35th Gen. Assembly scheduled in Yogyakarta, Indonesia in September. International President: Jungsook Kim Representative to FAO:
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International Council of Catholic Men |
International network of catholic organizations connected with International catholic NGOs based in Rome. President: Seamus McDonald, Ireland Vice President: Diamond Ovueraye, Nigeria Vice President and Representative to FAO:
Secretary General: Gerald Harbinson, Ireland Treasurer: Paul Okelo Odwori, Kenya Ecclesiastical Assistant: Fr Andreas Jakober, Austria |
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Lions Clubs International |
Founded in 1917. When caring people join together, roll up their sleeves and take action to make their community better, it’s a beautiful thing—and an incredible feeling for everyone involved. That’s Lions. Being a Lion is about leading by example, building relationships and improving the world through kindness. It’s 1.4 million caring men and women serving together so they can make a lasting impact and change more lives. VISION STATEMENT: To be the global leader in community and humanitarian service. MISSION STATEMENT: To empower Lions clubs, volunteers and partners to improve health and well-being, strengthen communities, and support those in need through humanitarian service and grants that impact lives globally, and encourage peace and international understanding. International President 2022/2023: Brian Sheehan – Bird Island, Minnesota, United States od America Representative to FAO:
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Religions for Peace |
Founded in 1970. RfP is committed to leading efforts to advance effective multi-religious cooperation for Peace on global, regional, national and local levels. The global Religions for Peace network comprises a World Council of senior religious leaders from all regions of the world; national and regional inter-religious bodies, the Global Women of Faith Network and Global Youth Secretary General: William Vendley, USA Representatives to FAO:
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Rotary |
International Association bringing together a global network of volunteers who dedicate their time and talent to tackle the world most pressing humanitarian challenges. Rotary connects 1.2 million members from more than 200 countries and geographical areas. Rotary International President 2019-2020 Mark D. Maloney, USA Representatives to FAO in Rome:
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Soroptimist International |
Founded in 1921 SI is a global volunteer movement with a network of club members in 122 countries, working together to transform the lives of women and girls: at a local, national and international level. Vision: women and girls will achieve their individual and collective potential, realise aspirations and have an equal voice. Tools: Educate, Empower and Enable opportunities for women and girls: Women Water and Leadership. SI President 2020-2021 Sharon Fisher (Canada) Representative to FAO:
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Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom |
The International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF) advocates for Peace, Human rights, Economic justice, Disarmament, and the Dignity of people all over the world. Established in 1915, held Consultative Status with UN ECOSOC, UNCTAD and UNESCO and Special Consultative Relations with FAO, ILO, UNICEF International President: Joy Ada Onyesoh Representatives to FAO:
Lois Herman (mosie@infionline.net) |
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World Union of Catholic Women’s Organization |
Wucwo was founded in 1910 and now represents almost 100 Catholic women’s organisations worldwide, active in around 60 countries including all continents and some island states, counting on more than eight (8) million Catholic women. President General Maria L. Zervino, Italy (wucwopregen@gmail.com) Representatives to FAO: Alessia Troni – M.Teresa Vaccari ✝2019 |
At the end of 2018 The IAAE International Association of Agricultural Economists cancelled their Representation; Prof.Margaret Loseby continues as expert.
MEMBERS 2018
![]() Caritas Internationalis www.caritas.org |
![]() Federation Internationale des Femmes des carrières jurisdiques http://www.fifcj-ifwlc.com |
![]() Associated Country Women of the World www.acww.org.uk |
![]() International Alliance of Women www.womenalliance.org |
![]() International Catholic Rural Association www.icra-agrimissio.org |
![]() ![]() International Congregations Religious www.jpicroma.org # ICR at FAO Working Group |
![]() International Council of Women www.icw-cif.com |
![]() International Council of Catholic Men www.unum-omnes.com |
![]() International Federation of Business and Professional Women www.bpw-international.org |
![]() Lions Clubs International www.lionsclubs.org |
![]() Religions for Peace www.religionsforpeace.org |
![]() www.rotary.org |
![]() Soroptimist International www.soroptimistinternational.org |
![]() Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom wilpf.org |
![]() World Union of Catholic Women’s Organization www.wucwo.org |
ACTIVE MEMBERS IN THE PAST
![]() 16 Catholic developmentorganisations from Europe & North America www.cidse.org |
![]() www.ica.coop |
![]() International anti-poverty agency www.actionaid.org |
![]() International Association of Agricultural Economics www.iaae-agecon.org |
![]() International Federation For Home Economics www.ifhe.org |
![]() International Confederation of Free Trade Unions |
![]() International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage www.icid.org |
![]() International Union of Families Organization www.iisg.nl |
![]() International Movements of Catholic Agricultural and Rural Youth www.mijarc.org |
![]() International Union of Latin Notaries www.uinl.net |
![]() World Organization of the Scout Movement www.scout.org |
![]() World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts www.wagggsworld.org |