IMF Guide for Staff Relations with Civil Society Associations
The IMF is committed to being transparent about its work, to explaining itself, and to listening to the people whom it affects. Increasingly, public outreach is an integral part of IMF country work. This guide aims to assist IMF staff in their efforts to build positive relationships with civil society organizations (CSOs). Since individual circumstances surrounding civil society vary enormously between countries, staff must rely substantially on their own assessments of the specific situations that they face. The guide offers a framework that is intended to supplement--not replace--sound judgment and experience.
Important Terms
Term | Definition |
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Civil Society | CSOs are highly diverse, so it is very difficult to generalize. For IMF purposes, civil society actors include business forums, faith-based associations, labor movements, local community groups, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), philanthropic foundations, and think tanks. |
Additional Related / Relevant Information
Publication Information
Type | Network Paper |
Program | Governance of Globalization |
Posted | 10/10/03 |
Download | Not Available |