ABOUT US
We work with all sectors at both strategic and operational levels to promote and support cross-sector partnerships that are appropriate, effective and innovative by:

  • Building leadership – both organisational and individual
  • Strengthening sustainability and impact – of a partnership’s activities
  • Promoting rigour – in thinking and practice
You can read more about our work in our brochure.

We are a global hub for learning about partnerships, enabling the sharing of practical experience, contributing to cutting-edge knowledge, offering support, training and advice as well as setting standards in what constitutes good partnering practice. Based in the UK, we operate around the world through our growing network of associates – all trained and experienced partnership practitioners.

The Partnering Initiative is a global programme of the International Business Leaders Forum (IBLF), working in association with the European Partnership for Sustainable Development, Overseas Development Institute, United Nations System Staff College and University of Cambridge Programme for Industry.

The International Business Leaders Forum works with business, governments and civil society to enhance the contribution that companies can make to sustainable development. We are an independent, not-for-profit organisation currently supported by over 100 of the world’s leading businesses.