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The pillars of civil society
Fifteen themes that organize everything we cover — from human rights and philanthropy to volunteering, the environment and social innovation.
Human Rights How civil society defends rights, monitors power and holds states to account. Philanthropy & Giving Foundations, donors and charitable giving that fund the sector. Community Development Grassroots initiatives that strengthen local communities. Sustainable Development The sector’s role in the SDGs and long-term change. Social Impact Frameworks and metrics for measuring what organizations achieve. Volunteering Civic engagement, volunteering and why participation matters. Environment Conservation groups and environmental advocacy. Social Innovation New models and technology reshaping civic action. Local Governance Civil society, participation and accountable local government. Social Entrepreneurship Mission-driven enterprise at the edge of the third sector. Advocacy Campaigning, lobbying and the craft of influencing policy. Capacity Building Strengthening organizations to deliver on their mission. Technology & Privacy Digital rights, privacy and civil society online. Income Inequality How the sector responds to economic disparity. What Is Civil Society The foundational concept, defined and explained.