Dóchas Members Handbook

Welcome

Welcome to Dóchas, the Irish Network of international development and humanitarian organisations. In becoming a member you join over 55 organisations based in Ireland and working in more than 100 countries, ranging from small specialist nonprofits to large international NGOs with a worldwide presence. At Dóchas we provide a platform for you to connect, coordinate and collaborate with others, with the aim of amplifying our collective impact. Together, we work towards a world where poverty and inequality are eradicated, and human rights and sustainable development are realised for all. 

This handbook outlines the key benefits of your membership, opportunities for engagement, and structures that support and govern your Network.

Our Principles

Independence

We believe strongly in the freedom, voice and legitimacy of civil society and we act independently of the state, political parties and business interests.

Integrity

Honesty, fairness and transparency will guide everything we do.

Inclusivity

We value equality and diversity and are non-discriminatory in all our actions.

Accountability

We commit to upholding the highest professional and ethical standards in all we do, and will always seek to be held to account by our stakeholders.

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