About Global 18
Leadership, knowledge and cooperation across borders
Global 18 is a non-governmental international leadership organisation bringing together accomplished leaders from business, science, technology, capital, education, arts, culture and public life. Through trusted dialogue, cross-disciplinary initiatives and international convening, G18 advances knowledge, relationships and practical cooperation across borders.
Our Purpose
An institution built for sustained international engagement
Global 18 is a non-governmental international leadership organisation that connects distinguished leaders across national, regional and disciplinary boundaries. It accepts eligible members with substantive affiliation to its 15 national communities and three regional communities.
It creates trusted settings in which experience can be exchanged, knowledge can be advanced and cooperation can take practical form. Its work is shaped by intellectual seriousness, institutional integrity and relationships that endure beyond individual meetings.
Mission and Vision
Progress through trusted leadership
A world in which leadership across borders and disciplines strengthens understanding, trust and practical progress.
How We Work
A disciplined model for international exchange
Global 18 combines convening, knowledge and relationship-building within a coherent institutional framework.
Convene Leadership
Global 18 convenes leaders in trusted settings to address questions of lasting international significance.
Connect Disciplines
Its programmes connect business, science, technology, capital, education, arts and public life in substantive exchange.
Advance Knowledge
The institution produces perspectives, reports and shared understanding across the Global 18 communities.
Enable Cooperation
Its international network sustains relationships and initiatives beyond individual meetings.
Institutional Principles
Independence
Global 18 is guided by its institutional purpose and acts independently of political, commercial or sectoral interests.
Integrity
Governance, membership and partnerships operate under clear standards, responsible oversight and respect for institutional trust.
Internationalism
The platform values distinct national and regional perspectives while maintaining relationships across borders.
Cross-disciplinary exchange
Complex questions are approached through the combined experience of leaders in business, science, technology, capital, education, arts, culture and public life.