Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF

Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF Civil Society and Institutional Foundation (CSIF) is a network for small and medium NGOs. CSIF builds capacity and mobilise resources for members in Ghana.

The birth of Civil Society and Institutional Foundation
Mission
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Services provided by CSIF are generally demand driven and need based. Training needs assessment of member organisation is conducted periodically and findings incorporated into training programmes. The capacity within the CSOs is sought shared productively through meetings, seminars and round table discussions. As much as pos

sible, CSIF uses internal resources and duly employing the expertise of external resource persons within Ghana and internationally. CSIF is working towards identifying a pool of resource persons, and resourceful organisations and institutions within and outside Ghana, who can be used for knowledge sharing and training purposes. CSIF works for idea exchange and peer reviews amongst members and jointly seek high level advocacy activities that address common challenges facing CSOs. The establishment of CSIF seeks also to legitimize the role of CSOs in general and member organisations in particular through enhanced capacity, good governance, and public awareness regarding the role of CSOs in Northern Ghana. This will potentially create some stronger CSOs and pressure groups in Northern Ghana and subsequently also present a common platform for external actors (donors, state and market forces) for mutual engagement. By implication CSIF will take active part in national and international advocacy and development agenda setting and duly give policy advice on best practices with regards to aid effectiveness and impact. Description
The birth of Civil Society and Institutional Foundation

The NGOs present in Northern Ghana have contributed significantly in terms of social amenities such as water and sanitation, health care, education as well as towards the empowerment of vulnerable groups such as women and children. There are also multitudes of NGOs and CBOs in Ghana. These organisations play vital role in expanding the institutional and civil society activities. Ghana Association of Private Voluntary Organisations in Development (GAPVOD) is the national umbrella organization for voluntary organizations in Ghana. The Northern Network for Development (NNED) is a regional network for NGOs. They all seek to create a platform for NGOs to liaise their activities and present common fronts. Even though these bodies exist, it is difficult for smaller NGOs and CBOs, due to cost involved, taking active their activities. It is in the light of this that small NGOs in Northern Ghana have established Civil Society and Institutional Foundation (CSIF) for all such category of NGOs in Ghana.

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to our weekly engagement list! 🎉Paul Sopia, Mahama Abubakar, Awal Feruza...
08/05/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to our weekly engagement list! 🎉

Paul Sopia, Mahama Abubakar, Awal Feruza, Hamza Abdul Karim, Dokurugu Pascal Neindow

Happy Workers' Day! Today, Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF, we celebrate the incredible dedication, ha...
01/05/2026

Happy Workers' Day!

Today, Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF, we celebrate the incredible dedication, hard work, and passion of our amazing partners, staff, volunteers, donors, and stakeholders.
You are the heart and backbone of everything we do. Your commitment, sacrifices, and unwavering support continue to drive our mission forward and create lasting impact in our community.
Thank you for showing up every day with purpose and excellence. We couldn't do this without you!
Wishing you all a joyful and well-deserved celebration. đź’™

At Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF, we build Institutional structures leading change.
21/04/2026

At Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF, we build Institutional structures leading change.

I am writing with deep gratitude as I invite you to my upcoming graduation ceremony this coming Saturday. Your generous support in sponsoring my two-year certificate in nursing laid the foundation for my academic and professional journey. Because of your investment in me, I was able to further my education and pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, which I am now proud to have completed.

It would mean a great deal to me to have you join me as I celebrate this important milestone. Your encouragement and support have played a significant role in making this achievement possible.

We are thrilled to receive the above heartfelt message from an earlier beneficiary of AfriCAN's EduAfrica program.

Rudeco Rudeco Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF

07/04/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Dokurugu Pascal Neindow, Abdulai Mariam, Hawulaibrahim Maltiti

With AfriCAN – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉
06/04/2026

With AfriCAN – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

With CISU - Civilsamfund i Udvikling – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉
06/04/2026

With CISU - Civilsamfund i Udvikling – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

On 8th March, 2026 Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF under its Students Leadership and Engagement Proj...
30/03/2026

On 8th March, 2026 Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF under its Students Leadership and Engagement Project - celebrated this year's International Women's Day with over five hundred (500) stundets from Tamale Girls Senior High School under the theme "Rights, Justice, Action For All Women and Girls" Inspiring speakers, fun games, and empowering moments - it was a day to remember. Miss Sualisu Faiza and Madam Hairiya Bala shared valuable insights on female leadership, confidence and women's rights. “Pick and Match” game and energetic energizers were also featured in the event which creates an engaging and lovely atmosphere. These activities helped maintain students’ enthusiasm and reinforced teamwork and participation. Students are now equipped to level up and empower their peers in school and their communities.
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University of Business and Integrated Development Studies SRC/LNUGS Women Commissioner in collaboration with Civil Soc...
23/03/2026

University of Business and Integrated Development Studies SRC/LNUGS Women Commissioner in collaboration with Civil Society and Institutional Foundation - CSIF present to you the “WOMEN CAN’T WHAT? SUMMIT 2026. the

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From the CSIF team, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed Eid. May this special day bring peace, happiness, and pros...
20/03/2026

From the CSIF team, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed Eid. May this special day bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to everyone.

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On the 28th of February, and 7th of March, 2026, under our students Leadership and Engagement Project (SLEP) we had a su...
19/03/2026

On the 28th of February, and 7th of March, 2026, under our students Leadership and Engagement Project (SLEP) we had a successful mentorship activity which is a component of the SLEP at Ghana Senior High School, Tamale Girls' Senior High School, Tamale Islamic Science Senior High, and Kalpohini Senior High School. Female student leaders from the University for Development Studies (UDS), Tamale Technical University (TaTU), Tamale College of Education, and Bagabaga College of Education served as mentors to student leaders at each of the schools, delivering impactful sessions on career guidance, public speaking, reproductive health education, leadership, and drug abuse prevention. The Narcotics Control Commission officers from Sagnarigu Municipal office led the session on drug abuse, providing valuable insights to the students. We extend our appreciation to the SLEP Project team, mentors, Nacortics control commission and participating schools for their dedication and support in making this event a success.
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OAR 91 Sagnerigu Municipality
Tamale Port

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 12:00
14:00 - 19:00

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0244778971/ 004550659602/ 00233261105697

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