Accountability Lab is a global translocal network that makes governance work for people by supporting active citizens, responsible leaders and accountable institutions. Our goal is a world in which resources are used wisely, decisions benefit everyone fairly, and people lead secure lives.
Accountability Lab is a global translocal network that makes governance work for people by supporting active citizens, responsible leaders and accountable institutions. Our goal is a world in which resources are used wisely, decisions benefit everyone fairly, and people lead secure lives.
WHAT WE DO
Accountability Lab’s flagship training program for young change-makers to build sustainable, effective tools for change.
A global campaign powered by citizens in search of exemplary government officials.
A pioneering community feedback and dialogue platform to ensure accountability in the development process.
Supportive, impactful member networks and co-working spaces for small and big nonprofits.
A conscious music campaign supporting musicians who advocate for greater representation, participation and accountability.
Channelling civil society voices into high-level decision-making at the C20, G20, and the Open Government Partnership for stronger accountability and open government.
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“Progress beyond projects, start with responsible exits”
Over the past two ...months, @accountlabzw has actively brought together alumni, partners, government agencies, and communities to celebrate impact, connect communities and reflect on learning from the five-year New…
“Progress beyond projects, start with responsible exits”
Abrupt cuts to funding ...could mean long-running development efforts are left without the lifeblood to keep going. They can rip carefully nurtured networks and ecosystems apart. When USAID funding was cut earlier this year, Accountability Lab Zimbabwe made the decision to go ahead with the important work of closing out projects despite those cuts. This choice was then generously supported by the Embassy of Switzerland to Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Over the past two months, AL Zimbabwe has actively brought together alumni, partners, government agencies, and communities to celebrate impact, connect communities and reflect on learning from the five-year New Narratives for Accountability in Zimbabwe program.
These community close out meetings were a space for reflection and recommitment, helping the Lab refine priorities and ensure sustainable impact by closing out projects with transparency, gratitude and a shared vision for the future.
Dive into the details here:
In January 2025, Accountability Lab Zimbabwe, like numerous organisations worldwide, suspended its key initiative, the New Narratives for...
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Accountability doesn’t happen overnight; it's built through trust, creativity, and ...collaboration.
In 2024, @AccountLabMx worked hand-in-hand with citizens and changemakers to reimagine governance from the ground up. From Civic Action Teams in communities like…
Accountability doesn’t happen overnight; it's built through trust, creativity, and ...collaboration.
In 2024, Accountability Lab Mexico worked hand-in-hand with citizens and changemakers to reimagine governance from the ground up. From Civic Action Teams in communities like Yuguelito, to spotlighting honest leaders through #IntegrityIcon, and amplifying justice through youth voices in #Voice2Rep – the approach was people-first and impact-driven!
Read the full Annual Report here: https://bit.ly/4jE77uR
#AccountabilityLab #Mexico #CivicEngagement #Governance #Transparency #Participation #PeoplePoweredChange #AnnualReport2024 #YouthVoices #CommunityAction
Abdirashid Ahmed Yusuf | Good Governance Hero 2024
Ali Du'ale Aden | Good Governance Hero 2024
Dr Nageeye Dahir Jama | Good Governance Hero 2024
Hibo Mohamed Dirir | Good Governance Hero 2024
Hawa Dubad Qodax | Good Governance Hero 2024
Accountability Lab Somaliland | Highlights from the Good Governance Heroes Summit 2025
Over the last year Accountability Lab Nigeria has worked to foster transparency and ...integrity through ecosystem development, collaborative training, and advocacy initiatives.
The Lab expanded partnerships across sectors, scaled impactful programs, and used storytelling to engage diverse stakeholders in governance and anti-corruption efforts.
Get a closer look at AL Nigeria's Annual Report: https://bit.ly/3TtwqEs
Over the last year @accountlabng has worked to foster transparency and integrity through ...ecosystem development, collaborative training, and advocacy initiatives.
Learn how from AL Nigeria's Annual Report: http://bit.ly/3TtwqEs
Join an online side event of diverse short films at the 2025 High-Level Political Forum (HLPF). ...It's all about Resilience, Adaptation & Transformation, supporting local voices who are reclaiming SDG16+ 
Thursday, July 17, 8-9:30am EDT / 2–3:30pm CEST | Online
Register here: https://bit.ly/2025VoicesofSDG16
This event will showcase powerful videos submitted to the Voices of SDG16+ campaign, highlighting inspiring stories of civil society actors promoting peaceful, just, and inclusive societies.
Supported by the partners of the 2025 Voices of SDG16+ Video Campaign: Alliance for Peacebuilding, Civil Society Platform for Peacebuilding and Statebuilding, Pathfinders for Peaceful, Just and Inclusive Societies, Peace Direct, and TAP Network - Transparency, Accountability & Participation
Join us online to discover the innovative actions undertaken by local actors to build resilience in the face of systemic crises.
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