International Rivers

Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees

International Rivers is a non-profit organization focused on protecting rivers and defending the rights of communities that depend on them. Through research, education, and advocacy, it analyzes the environmental, economic, and social impacts of large dams and works to shift policy and practice away from dam-led development toward more sustainable water and energy solutions. The organization collaborates with global partners to raise international awareness and empower local and regional groups to participate in decision-making affecting their rivers and livelihoods.
Based in Oakland, California, International Rivers positions itself within the environmental and human rights sectors, aiming to influence the actions of governments, companies, and financial institutions involved in dam projects. Its work targets stakeholders affected by river infrastructure and seeks to ensure water and energy needs are met without degrading natural resources or increasing poverty, by promoting rights-based approaches to river governance. In addition to its core research and policy analysis, the organization has engaged in partnerships and launched studies and reports on river-related development issues in various regions, reflecting its ongoing activity in advocacy and information dissemination.

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