Transnational Institute Putting ideas into movement since 1974
The Transnational Institute (TNI) is an international research and advocacy institute committed to building a just, democratic, and sustainable planet. For over 50 years, TNI has served as a unique nexus between social movements, engaged scholars, and policymakers.
Mission & Vision
TNI envisions a world of peace, equity and democracy on a sustainable planet brought about and sustained by an informed and engaged citizenry.
How we work
TNI has a reputation for well researched analysis on key global issues long before they become mainstream concerns. As a non-sectarian institute made up of researchers, scholar-activists and movement-builders, TNI uniquely combines a ‘big picture’ analysis with proposals and solutions that are both just and pragmatic. Our capacity to build long-term respectful mutual relationships with strategic social movements is helping put radical ideas into movement.
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Research Activist scholarship
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Partnerships Activists, academics, policy-makers and media
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Stories of success Impact and transformation
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What they say about us Testimonials
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Strategic plan Planning: 2021-2026
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Topics An overview of the topics TNI works on.
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Our standards and certifications Quality and compliance
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Media and Press Media contacts and expert information for journalists
TNI throughout its history has:
- Frequently identified crucial issues on the horizon
- Been bold in tackling structures of power
- Had a deep mutually respectful relationship with grassroots movements
- Brought together and catalysed networks
- Dedicated itself to putting forward alternative proposals
Who we are
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Supervisory Board Providing oversight and guiding TNI’s long-term direction
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Fellowship Network of internationalist intellectuals with a track record of progressive activist-scholarship
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Team & Network The team and collaborators who make TNI’s work possible
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Vacancies & Internships Want to work with the Transnational Institute?
Achievements in 2025
In a year shaped by escalating conflict, authoritarianism and climate crisis, TNI continued to work alongside movements worldwide to strengthen solidarity, develop transformative ideas and advance practical alternatives. This Annual Report highlights how, together with our partners, we supported struggles for justice, democracy, peace and systemic change throughout 2025.
Funding & finances
TNI is committed to the principles of independence, transparency, and accountability. TNI’s financial reporting was rated 5 stars for ‘excellence’ by the Transparify initiative.
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Finances A list of TNI's annual audited financial reports
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Annual reports TNI's annual activity reporting
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ANBI Public benefit organisation
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Ideas into Movement Support our work
Ideas into Movement
Almost 50 years of striding for global peace, equity and democracy.
