Kofi Annan Foundation
Advancing democracy, youth leadership and international cooperation
We build on Kofi Annan’s legacy for peace, working for a fairer and more peaceful world, where no one is left behind, democratic principles and the rule of law are upheld, and divides are bridged through dialogue and international cooperation.
Latest publications
Sibi Lawson-Marriott joins the Kofi Annan Foundation Board
The Kofi Annan Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Sibi Lawson-Marriott to its Board Sibi Lawson-Marriott is Director of Girl Capital/Child Protection at the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), where she manages the Foundation’s portfolio of investments dedicated to ending all forms of violence against children across Africa, with a particular focus on […]
Peace Beyond Borders: Year 1 Progress Report 2025–2026
What does locally led prevention of violent extremism look like in practice? The Peace Beyond Borders Year 1 Progress Report captures the achievements, lessons and stories of change from the first year of our work in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. From strengthening community resilience and supporting victims to building local prevention […]
Using Local Foods to Improve Nutrition in Benin: Marius’ Story
In northern Benin, malnutrition remains a serious challenge for many families. Women and young children are particularly affected by nutrient deficiencies, including iron deficiency, which can lead to anaemia and other long-term health problems. Across Benin, anaemia affects a large proportion of children under five, limiting healthy growth and development. Yet many of the food […]
Discover our fields of work
Youth + Peace
Empowering youth, to build a peaceful, sustainable future
Elections + Democracy
Turning back the tide of democratic erosion
Multilateralism
The Kofi Annan Way – Advocating for a fairer, more inclusive multilateral system
Kofi Annan Legacy Projects
Promoting Kofi Annan’s Values
“I am convinced more than ever that any society that does not succeed in tapping into the energy and creativity of its youth will be left behind.”
Kofi Annan
Kofi Annan
Kofi Annan was a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Secretary-General of the United Nations between 1997 and 2006, and the founding chair of the Kofi Annan Foundation, which seeks to mobilise political will to overcome threats to peace, development and human rights.
Inclusion, diversity, gender equality, and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do.
We work to build a fairer and more peaceful world, where no one is left behind, democratic principles and the rule of law are upheld, and divides are bridged through dialogue and international cooperation.
Projects
Our projects
→Accountability Hubs Europe
Strengthening accountability and transparency in governance
→Accountability Hubs
Supporting young leaders working to strengthen accountability and democratic governance
→What Happens When You Invest in Youth Leadership
Fuel the Future
→Peace Beyond Borders
Transforming communities from targets of violence into agents of sustainable peace and resilience
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Global Impact
Kofi Annan Foundation
Discover our Global Actions and Impact around the world since the creation of the Foundation
Africa All / Worldwide Benin Burkina Faso Chad Colombia Côte d'Ivoire DR Congo East Africa Europe Germany Ghana Guinea Iran Iraq Kenya Lebanon Libya Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Mali Myanmar Niger Nigeria Norway Pakistan Philippines Rwanda Senegal Somalia South & Southeast Asia Southeast Asia Sri Lanka Sub-Saharan Africa Sudan Syria Tanzania Thailand The Sahel Togo Uganda United Kingdom West Africa Zimbabwe