Development & Peace Aims to improve living and working conditions in 70 countries around the globe, funding human rights, community development and humanitarian aid in Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. http://www.devp.org/

United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Through a network of 134 country offices, helps people in 174 countries to help themselves, focusing on poverty elimination, environmental regeneration, job creation and the advancement of women. In support of these goals, UNDP promotes sound governance and market development and supports rebuilding societies in the aftermath of war and humanitarian emergencies. http://www.undp.org/

Cooperative Housing Foundation (CHF) CHF serves as a catalyst for sustainable positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping to improve their housing, economic circumstances and environments. http://www.chfhq.org

Friendships Without Borders, Inc. A program for resolution and conciliation in areas of conflict and social deprivation, achieving its goals through the creation of inter-community educational, career and job options through inward investment, to sustain and re-empower the rural communities. http://www.fwbinc.org

Pact International Works throughout Asia, Africa, and Latin America to help build strong communities that provide people with an opportunity to earn a dignified living, raise healthy families, and participate in democratic life. http://www.pactworld.org/

World Accord Canadian non-profit involved in development projects and education in developing countries around the world. http://www.worldaccord.org

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) A private, nonprofit international organization working in public health areas to improve management and access to critical health care services http://www.msh.org/

Directory of Development Organizations Downloadable contact information of organizations promoting social and economic development and poverty reduction. Organized by geographic area and activity type; also available in Spanish and French. http://www.devdir.org/

International Community Development Organizations On The Web Links to international nongovernment (NGOs) and private voluntary (PVOs) organizations. http://www.goshen.edu/soan/soan96cd.htm

Outreach International A human development agency striving to alleviate the injustices of hunger, poverty and disease by engaging people as partners in their own development. http://www.outreach-international.org/

Independent Development Experts Association (IDEA) Swiss NGO which looks at quality and effectiveness of development cooperation projects in the third world in order to improve their effectiveness. http://www.ideas-expert.ch/

King Baudouin International Development Prize Describes the prize, which recognizes the actions of individuals or organisations that are making a significant contribution to the advancement of developing countries or mutual support between industrialised and developing countries. http://www.kbprize.org

The Marquis Project A Manitoba based international development organization involved in local education programs for global issues, community development projects with overseas partners, and operating a Third World craft shop. http://www.marquisproject.com/

German Foundation for World Population (DSW) Describes activities in Germany and in developing countries: development projects, advocacy campaigns, special events and publications on population and reproductive health. http://www.dsw-online.de/english/

Winrock International Assists the disadvantaged everywhere to increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources and protect the environment using innovative approaches in agriculture, forestry, clean energy, leadership training and policy. http://www.winrock.org

OneWorld OneWorld is a network organisation working for sustainable development through information and communication technologies (ICTs). The OneWorld partnership includes over 1000 development and human rights NGOs. http://www.oneworld.net

Geekcorps Non-profit organization working to expand internet use in emerging nations. Includes newsletters and information on volunteering. http://www.geekcorps.org

Relief International A humanitarian, non-profit agency providing emergency relief, rehabilitation, and development assistance to victims of natural disasters and civil conflicts. http://www.ri.org

Firefly International Works with vulnerable and marginalised groups to combat social division and inequality around the world. Projects, volunteer opportunities, and resources for community projects worldwide. http://www.fireflyinternational.org

The Development Gateway Uses affordable information and communication technologies to increase knowledge sharing, build local capacity, enhance effectiveness and improve transparency for organisations in developing countries. http://www.developmentgateway.org