Kofi Annan Foundation
Advancing democracy, youth leadership and international cooperation
We build on Kofi Annan’s legacy for peace, working for a fairer and more peaceful world, where no one is left behind, democratic principles and the rule of law are upheld, and divides are bridged through dialogue and international cooperation.
Latest publications
Growing Resilience in Uganda: Irene’s Story
In rural Central Uganda, many young people are growing up on the frontlines of climate change. Longer droughts, declining soil fertility, and increasing pest invasions make it harder for families to grow food. Most households rely on staple crops such as maize and beans, often grown only during the rainy season. Vegetables, which provide essential […]
Katie Sams named Executive Director of the Kofi Annan Foundation
GENEVA, 2 June 2026. The Kofi Annan Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Katie Sams as its new Executive Director. Ms Sams will succeed Ms Corinne Momal-Vanian, who is stepping down after six years of service with the Foundation. Ms Sams brings extensive experience in international humanitarian and peacebuilding organisations. Most recently, […]
Democracy, Multilateralism and Migration
In the sixth and final issue brief of our project on the intersection of multilateralism and democracy, we explore how migration governance and democratic principles are deeply intertwined. The Kofi Annan Foundation and Albert Hirschman Centre on Democracy have published the sixth issue brief from our joint project on how democratic principles and multilateral cooperation intersect across […]
Discover our fields of work
Youth + Peace
Empowering youth, to build a peaceful, sustainable future
Elections + Democracy
Turning back the tide of democratic erosion
Multilateralism
The Kofi Annan Way – Advocating for a fairer, more inclusive multilateral system
Kofi Annan Legacy Projects
Promoting Kofi Annan’s Values
“I am convinced more than ever that any society that does not succeed in tapping into the energy and creativity of its youth will be left behind.”
Kofi Annan
Kofi Annan
Kofi Annan was a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Secretary-General of the United Nations between 1997 and 2006, and the founding chair of the Kofi Annan Foundation, which seeks to mobilise political will to overcome threats to peace, development and human rights.
Inclusion, diversity, gender equality, and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do.
We work to build a fairer and more peaceful world, where no one is left behind, democratic principles and the rule of law are upheld, and divides are bridged through dialogue and international cooperation.
Projects
Our projects
→What Happens When You Invest in Youth Leadership
Fuel the Future
→Peace Beyond Borders
Transforming communities from targets of violence into agents of sustainable peace and resilience
→Rooting for the Future
Using cultural heritage as a foundation for dialogue and collaboration towards social cohesion
→The Sawa Project
Strengthening community-led efforts to improve mental health awareness, services, and policies
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Global Impact
Kofi Annan Foundation
Discover our Global Actions and Impact around the world since the creation of the Foundation
Africa All / Worldwide Benin Burkina Faso Chad Colombia Côte d'Ivoire DR Congo East Africa Europe Germany Ghana Guinea Iran Iraq Kenya Lebanon Libya Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Mali Myanmar Niger Nigeria Norway Pakistan Philippines Rwanda Senegal Singapore Somalia South & Southeast Asia Southeast Asia Sri Lanka Sub-Saharan Africa Sudan Syria Tanzania Thailand The Sahel Uganda United Kingdom West Africa Zimbabwe