Donors & Partners
Why Partner with Diakonia
Diakonia brings deep expertise, local presence and proven impact. We work globally in close partnership with civil society organisations to advance human rights and social justice. Our approach is rights-based, participatory and focused on structural change, fostering not just short-term benefit but lasting transformation.
What sets us apart
- Local presence & close listening: most of our staff are in or near partner countries, enabling responsive, context-grounded programming.
- Long-term commitment: we invest in sustained partnerships with capacity for adaptation and growth.
- Rights & empowerment: we support marginalized groups to be the leading actors of change.
- Accountability & quality: certified to the Core Humanitarian Standard, audited annually, committed to transparency in all operations.
Donors and Funding Sources
To maximize stability and impact, our funding comes from a mix of institutional donors, grant making foundations, and donations. We aim to ensure no single donor provides more than 50% of our annual budget.
How We Work with Partners
We believe partnerships are strongest when they are rooted in trust, mutual learning and shared goals. Diakonia works alongside local civil society organisations and social movements, including feminist, women’s and youth organisations, as well as grassroots, formal and non-formal actors to advance rights and build just, democratic societies.
Impact and Accountability
- Certification under the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) since 2020, with regular verification reports.
- Memberships in ACT Alliance, Swedish Fundraising, and other networks ensuring adherence to ethical, environmental, governance, and human rights standards.
- Transparent financial reporting: annual reports published each year, showing income, spending, audits which is already there.
- Stakeholder feedback and complaints mechanisms: ensuring beneficiary and partner voices are heard, and learning is integrated.
- UN-ECOSOC Member