Independence
Protection of institutional purpose from inappropriate political, commercial or personal influence.
Governance
Integrity, accountability and independent oversight
Global 18 applies a governance framework appropriate to a non-governmental international leadership organisation serving members across 18 national and regional communities.
Governance Framework
Purpose protected by clear responsibility
The governance framework separates formal oversight, strategic counsel, community leadership and programme delivery.
Decisions are guided by independence, accountability, transparency and safeguards for institutional integrity.
Core Commitments
Standards for a trusted international institution
Accountability
Defined responsibilities, appropriate oversight and responsible reporting.
Transparency
Accurate publication of confirmed governance, programme and partnership information.
Safeguards
Policies addressing conflicts, conduct, privacy, risk and the responsible use of institutional identity.
Global 18 is a non-governmental international leadership organisation accepting eligible members across its 15 national communities and three regional communities.