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Open Society Foundations

Open Society Foundations (OSF) is presented as a major philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing human rights, justice, and equitable societies, and building vibrant, inclusive democracies whose governments are accountable to their people. Core areas of focus include rights and dignity, democratic practice, equity in governance, free speech, criminal justice reform, minority and refugee rights, and inclusive economic agendas. The funder explicitly supports civil society, public intellectuals, legal reform, and policy change, frequently applying a systemic, rights-first lens to cross-cutting issues like climate change and economic justice.

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The days, meetings and moments this funder spoke to in its 2026 publications. Pick a month to read what they said, in their own words.

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UN-brokered agreement to release stranded Ukrainian grain

The funder mentions Türkiye and the UN brokering an agreement to release stranded Ukrainian grain as another instance of Global South and multilateral efforts in crisis management.

“Türkiye and the UN brokering an agreement to release stranded Ukrainian grain, countries in the Global South have played more active roles in forging a new global order and finding ways out of crisis.”
Global South Countries Can Lead the Way Out of Crisis

International day

Trans Day of Visibility

The funder highlights the importance of Trans Day of Visibility as a reminder that trans rights are human rights, aligning with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It emphasizes the historical change to the declaration to include all human beings, not just men.

“An important reminder on this Trans Day of Visibility.”
All Human Beings, Including Trans People, Are Born Free and Equal in Dignity and Rights

News

Syrian Uprising Anniversary

The funder reflects on the 15th anniversary of the Syrian Uprising, highlighting the ongoing struggles for justice, resilience of communities, and the impact of the conflict on Syrians. It emphasizes the role of civil society in pushing for recovery and inclusive rebuilding.

“Fifteen years ago today, widespread pro-democracy protests erupted across Syria, with Syrians demanding dignity, human rights, and a future free from repression. From violent government crackdowns on citizens, to at least 580,000 people killed in the conflict that ensued, 150,000 forcibly disappeared, and millions more displaced, to the ultimate fall of the Assad regime, Syrians are marking the anniversary of the Syrian Uprising and sharing the realities on the ground.”
Fifteen years ago today, widespread pro-democracy protests erupted across Syria, with Syrians demanding dignity, human r

News

Iran-U.S. ceasefire mediated by Pakistan

The funder highlights the Iran-U.S. ceasefire as an example of Global South countries taking leadership in crisis resolution. It suggests this event shows a shift away from Western dominance in global stability.

“Even as Israeli bombs rained down on Lebanon, most of the world breathed a cautious sigh of relief last week when news broke that Pakistan had mediated a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, with the goal of reopening the Strait of Hormuz.”
Global South Countries Can Lead the Way Out of Crisis