Name of organization | Brief history | Date of establishment | Physical Address | Phone number | Website | Registration | Geographical Coverage | Impact population (Beneficiaries) | Thematic focus (3 key areas of operation) | Impact and Achievements | Partnerships | |
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Yuva | Yuva was founded in 2005 by a group of young people who were passionate about creating positive change in their communities. | 2.005 | (230) 217 3740 | secretariat@yuva.info | yuva.info | Registered | Nationwide | Young people in Mauritius | Youth empowerment, leadership development, education, employment, and health | Yuva has implemented various projects and programs aimed at empowering young people, including leadership training, mentorship, and community service initiatives. | Yuva has partnered with local and international organizations, including government agencies, NGOs, and private sector companies, to support its programs and activities. | |
National Womens Council of Mauritius (NWC) | Body operating under the aegis of the Ministry of Gender Equality ,Child Development ,and Family Welfare | 1.995 | 4th Floor ,Fon Sing Building .18 Lislet Geoffrey Street ,Port Louis ,Mauritius | 2302084951 | nwc@govmu.org | http://NWC.govmu.org | Statutory Body under the Ministry of Gender Equality ,Child Development and Family Welfare | Nationwide | Women | Womens empowerment,gender equality and family welfare | Advocating for womens rights and gender equality in Mauritius | Government agencies, international organizations, and civil society partners |
National Youth Council (NYC) | A platform for youth participation and representation in national development | 2.011 | 53 , Corderie Street , Port Louis , Mauritius | 2302121686 | @youthmauritius.mu | http://youth Mauritius.mu | Under the Ministry of Youth and Sports | Nationwide | Youth | Youth empowerment ,leadership development and Civic engagement | Providing a platform for youth voices,advocating for youth-friendly policies , and initiating programs to empower young people in national development | International organizations and donor agencies supporting youth programs. |
Coalition for Information and Communication Rights (CIR-Mauritius) | Advocates for freedom of expression ,access to information , and media pluralism | 7th Floor, Fon Sing Building, 18 Lislet Geoffrey Street ,Port Louis , Mauritius | 2302101398 | @cir.mauritius@gmail.com | Informal coalition of civil society organizations | Nationwide | Citizens | Media Freedom , Freedom of expression and digital rights | Advocated for legislative reforms , promoted media pluralism and communication rights in Mauritius | |||
Institute for Social and Economic Development (ISED) | Established in 1979 to conduct research and provide policy advice on social and economic development issues in Mauritius. | 1.979 | Rose Hill, Mauritius | 2304650606 | info@isedmauritius.org | https://www.isedmauritius.org/ | Registered with the Registrar of Associations in Mauritius | National | Government policymakers, private sector, civil society organizations | Economic development and growth, Social welfare and poverty reduction, Environmental sustainability | Conducted research on poverty and inequality, provided policy recommendations for economic diversification and social inclusion. | AfDB, UNECA, government agencies, private sector |
Anti-corruption Advocacy and Awareness Network (ACAAN) | Working to combat corruption and promote transparency and accountability in Mauritius | 2.007 | 2nd Floor , James Caparo House ,21,Edith Cavell Street ,Port Louis , Mauritius | 2302101156 | @acaan.org | http://acaan.org | Coalition of civil society organizations | Nationwide | Citizens | Anti-corruption advocacy, transparency, and accountability | Awareness about corruption , advocating for anti-corruption and engaging stakeholders to promote good governance in Mauritius | |
Mauritius Council of Social Service(MACOSS) | Represents and coordinates the activities of non governmental organizations (NGOs) involved in social development and welfare in Mauritius | 1.964 | 2nd Floor , A1 Renganaden Seeneevassen Building, Cnr McDermott and Remy Ollier Streets ,Port Louis , Mauritius | 2302122587 | @intnet.mu | http://MACOSS.intnet.mu | Apex body for NGOs involved in social service | Nationwide | Citizens | Social development ,Welfare and Community empowerment | Advocating for the rights of marginalized communities , and facilitating partnerships | Government, international organizations |
Mauritius Human Rights Action Network (MHAN) | Protect Human rights in Mauritius | 1st Floor , Princes Gates , Ligne Berthaud , Port Louis , Mauritius | @mhan.info@gmail | N/A | Informal coalition of human rights organizations | Nationwide | Citizens | Human rights advocacy ,legal reform and awareness raising | Raising awareness , engaging with decision makers to address human rights in Mauritius | Democracy and governance players across the country and world | ||
Mauritius Business Network (MBN) | Brings together business associations ,chambers of commerce , and corporate entities to promote economic growth and entrepreneurship in Mauritius | C/o Economic Development Board,10th Floor ,One Cathedral Square Building,Jules Koenig Street ,Port Louis , Mauritius | 2302033800 | @edbmauritius.org | http://MBN.mu | Registered | Nationwide | Businesses | Business development ,investments promotion and economic empowerment ' | Contributing to the economic development of the country ,investment destination and facilitating networking opportunities for business entities | Business people | |
Indian Educational Association | The National Indian Education Association (NIEA) was formed by Native educators in 1969 to encourage a national discourse on Native education. For 51 years, NIEA has hosted an annual convention to provide a forum for collaboration. | https://www.niea.org/ | Registered | Nationwide | Communities in Mauritius | Education | ||||||
Gender Links Mauritius | Established to promote gender equality and women's empowerment in Mauritius. | 2.001 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 2302129156 | mauritius@genderlinks.org.za | https://genderlinks.org.za/ | Registered | Nationwide | Women | Gender Equality Advocacy, Women's Economic Empowerment, Gender-Based Violence Prevention | Policy advocacy for gender-responsive legislation, training programs for women entrepreneurs. | Gender Links Southern Africa, Women's Rights Coalition, Mauritius government |
Centre for Human Rights and Justice (CHRJ) | Established to promote and protect human rights in Mauritius through research, advocacy, and legal aid. | 2.005 | Curepipe, Mauritius | 23057778888 | info@chrjmauritius.org | http://www.chrjmauritius.org/ | Registered | National | Citizens | Human Rights Advocacy and Education, Legal Aid and Justice Reform, Gender Equality and Women's Rights | Landmark legal cases on human rights issues, advocacy for legislative reforms. | International Commission of Jurists, Amnesty International, Mauritius government |
Mauritius Association of NGOs (MANGO) | Established as an umbrella organization for NGOs in Mauritius, providing capacity building and advocacy support. | 1.993 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 2302122870 | info@mango.mu | http://www.mango.mu/ | Registered with the Mauritius Corporate and Business Registration Department | National | Citizens | Capacity Building for NGOs, Policy Advocacy, Networking and Collaboration | Training programs for NGO leaders, policy engagement on social and environmental issues. | |
Mauritius Labour Congress (MLC) | Established as a trade union federation to promote workers' rights and welfare in Mauritius. | 1.958 | Rose Hill, Mauritius | 2304644466 | mlc@intnet.mu | Registered with the Registrar of Associations in Mauritius | National | Trade Unions | Workers rights ,labor advocacy and social dialogue | Improved labor rights ,fair wages and better workings conditions in Mauritius | International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC), Organisation of African Trade Union Unity (OATUU) | |
Mauritius Deaf Association (MDA) | Established to advocate for the rights and inclusion of the deaf community in Mauritius. | 1.982 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 2302123921 | mdamauritius@gmail.com | https://www.mdamauritius.org/ | Registered with the Registrar of Associations in Mauritius | National | Hard of hearing people | Deaf Rights and Advocacy, sign Language Promotion Access to Services and Education, Impact and Achievements: Advocating for Mauritian Sign, Language recognition, establishing specialized schools for deaf children. | Advocates for rights of the deaf | World Federation of the Deaf, International Federation of Hard of Hearing People, Mauritius government |
Mauritius Council of Women (MCW) | Established as an umbrella organization for women's groups and promote gender equality in Mauritius. | 1.953 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 2302082367 | mcw@intnet.mu | https://mcw.govmu.org/ | Registered with the Registrar of Associations in Mauritius | National | Women | Women's Rights and Empowerment, Gender-Based Violence Prevention,Women's Leadership and Participation | Advocacy for women's political representation, programs for economic and social empowerment of women. | National Council of Women, International Council of Women, Mauritius government |
Mauritius Environment Society (MES) | Established promote environmental conservation and sustainable development in Mauritius. | 1.969 | Curepipe, Mauritius | 2306771267 | info@mauritiusenvironment.org | https://mauritiusenvironment.org/ | Registered with the Registrar of Associations in Mauritius | National | Citizens | Environmental Education and Awareness, Biodiversity Conservation, Sustainable Resource Management | Environmental campaigns, tree planting initiatives, policy advocacy for environmental protection. | International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), African Environmental Network |
Media Watch Organisation (MWO) | Established to promote media freedom and responsible journalism in Mauritius. | 1.998 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 2302081414 | info@media-watch.org | https://www.media-watch.org/ | Registered with the Registrar of Associations in Mauritius | National | Journalists | Media Freedom Advocacy, Media Literacy Education, Ethical Journalism Standards | Monitoring media coverage, advocating for press freedom, conducting media literacy workshops. | IPI, CPJ, Mauritius government |
Mauritius Non-Governmental Organisations Network (MNGO) | Established as an umbrella organization for NGOs in Mauritius. | 1.993 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 2302081313 | info@mngo.org | https://www.mngo.org/ | Registered with the Registrar of Associations in Mauritius | National | NGOs in Mauritius | NGO Capacity Building, Advocacy and Policy Engagement, Networking and Collaboration | Providing training and support to member organizations, representing the civil society sector in national policy discussions. | ICVA, African Council of Voluntary Associations, Mauritius government |
International Centre for Sustainable Development (ICSD) | Established to promote sustainable development in Mauritius and the Indian Ocean region. | 2.002 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 2302080707 | info@icsdmauritius.org | https://www.icsdmauritius.org/ | Registered with the Registrar of Associations in Mauritius | National | Governments, businesses, civil society organizations in the region | Climate change mitigation and adaptation, Biodiversity conservation, Sustainable resource management | Developed and implemented sustainable development projects in the region, provided capacity building and training on environmental issues. | UNEP, IUCN, regional governments, private sector |
01. Capacity Building
We offer intensive training programs on transformative leadership
02. Social Cohesion
We assist women leaders with skills, techniques and opportunities
03. Peace building
We work with men, women, boys and girls in promoting a conducive, peaceful