Support for Civil Society Organizations – 2023 Activity Report

The year 2023 was marked by a series of events and transformations that once again, underscored the need to take action at grassroots level to support communities. The proliferation of conflicts and the various political and climatic upheavals have exacerbated the crises, deepened inequalities, and increased the needs of the most vulnerable populations, highlighting the crucial role and added value of CSOs.

In this context, the AFD maintained its commitment towards civil society organizations (CSOs), dedicating nearly €389.1 million to them, including €163.4 million for the CSO Initiatives Fund. Expertise France and Proparco committed €50 million and €4.5 million for CSOs, respectively, for a total of €444 million for the AFD Group, including delegated funds. This high level of commitment, roughly equal to that of 2022, confirms the uniqueness of the AFD group in working with civil society actors. Funding for local CSOs has increased, with the opening of the CSO Initiatives Fund and the financing from Expertise France.

Download the activity report available below to find out more.

Also available: Discover our action at a glance with the infographic 2023