Our Governance
Board of Trustees
CSIG's Board of Trustees will ensure that our mission remains at the core of all that we do, holding the Executive Committee accountable for strategy, management, and performance.
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will be responsible for overseeing and expanding both the Think Tank and the School, as well as coordinating with external partners.
International Advisory Board
Whilst the International Advisory Board will not have an executive role, it will serve as a trusted source of geo-strategic, operational, and specialised guidance when needed.
Our Values
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CSIG seek to further democratic values and support democratic institutions and processes
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We uphold the rule of law as the foundation for just and peaceful societies
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We advocate for social justice through fair and transparent governance
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We promote accountable leadership at all levels of society
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We support stable international cooperation based on mutual respect and shared principles
Our Independence
We are independent from political and religious groups, using soft power and mediation to advance our mission. Through rigorous due diligence, we ensure all partnerships and funding sources align with our values without compromising our objectivity.
“Mere governance is not enough; it has to be pro-people and pro-active.
Good governance is putting people at the center of the development process.”
Narendra Modi
Our Structure
The CSIG will bring together a Think Tank and a Research, Education, and Training School, working in close collaboration to drive impactful change.
Our organisation is led by a Board of Trustees, supported by an Executive Committee (ExCo) responsible for daily operations. An International Advisory Board is in place and gradually being expanded to provide strategic insights and guidance.
The Think Tank
The Think Tank will be a membership-based organisation comprising Fellows, Members, Associates, and Student Members, fostering thought leadership and collaboration.
The Research, Education & Training School
Our School will operate with a dedicated team and will leverage the expertise of Think Tank members to:
o Secure and conduct research projects.
o Deliver education and training for professionals, students, and the public, particularly in human rights, ethical governance, and development.
o Provide advisory and mentoring services to support individuals and organisations.
Together, our structure and membership will reflect our mission to operate at the intersection of diplomacy, development, and state-building, fostering partnerships with those who share our goals and values.
Our Funding
Principles
The CSIG upholds the principles of integrity, independence, objectivity and accountability in accepting any funds in order to safeguard its continuing independence and objectivity of its research, events, publications and other outputs
The CSIG adheres to the Fundraising Regulator's Code of Fundraising Practice and thus ensures in so doing that all activities contribute to the CSIG's mission and public benefit obligation
Sources and Uses
The CSIG will accept grant and philanthropic funding in accordance with the aforementioned principles and earn fees from the provision of services, including education and training, advisory, mentoring and research. It will provide pro bono services wherever possible, subject to levels of its own internally generated funds and donor requirements