International Rivers
Organization name
International Rivers
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Organization type
NGO
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Current focus/area
River's Indigenous rights Food security Pollution Ecosystems Environmental protection Community empowerment Human rights Freshwater Biodiversity Climate Justice Poverty
Description/notes
International Rivers works with an international network of dam-affected people, grassroots organizations, environmentalists, human rights advocates, and others who are committed to stopping destructive river projects and promoting better options. International Rivers seeks a world where healthy rivers and the rights of local communities are valued and protected. They envision a world where water and energy needs are met without degrading nature or increasing poverty and where people have the right to participate in decisions that affect their lives.
Active in multiple river communities across Africa, Asia and Latin America.
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Global Greengrants Partners list
36° 46' 41.88" N, 119° 25' 4.44" W