Overview

The Institute of Cultural Affairs International undertakes programs, together with our member organizations, that advance our mission. We focus on the world’s fundamental human challenges, carrying out activities in two principal arenas:

1. Participating in international policy dialogues to share lessons from our field programs and contribute to the creation and implementation of improved development policies consistent with our values and approach; and

2. Coordination and support of field programs of member organizations to address these challenges on the ground.

The Institute of Cultural Affairs International also organizes the quadrennial Global Conference on Human Development, a unique opportunity for leading practitioners and researchers to explore and develop new solutions to global human development challenges.

To learn about the ICA Human Development Program areas, please visit our Programs section.