Directories	International Organizations
Agence de la Francophonie (ACCT) - mission of the agency is to bring together francophone countries for purposes of creating a worldwide dialogue. Baltic Sea States Support Group - coordinates contacts between the Heads of Government in the Baltic region and serves as a focal point of information on official cooperation around the Baltic Sea. Bank for International Settlements (BIS) - international organization which fosters cooperation among central banks and other agencies in pursuit of monetary and financial stability. Climate Technology Initiative (CTI) - launched by IEA/OECD countries to foster international co-operation for accelerated development and diffusion of climate-friendly technologies and practices for all activities and greenhouse gases. Comunidad Andina - subregional organization comprising Bolivia, Columbia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Promoting harmonious development, growth, and improved standard of living. Council of European Municipalities and Regions - Conseil des Communes et Regions d'Europe (CCRE). Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) - promoting sustainable socio-economic development among member states Iran, Pakistan, Turkey, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Foundation for Democracy in Africa - works to integrate a culturally based program aimed at strengthening and enhancing the fundamental principles of democracy, freedom, and economic plurality in Africa. Global Legislators Organisation for a Balanced Environment (GLOBE International) - founded by legislators from the European Union, Japan, the Russian Federation, and the United States to enhance international co-operation between parliamentarians on global environmental issues. Inter-American Defense Board - multilateral military organization. Inter-American Dialogue, The - center for policy analysis, communication, and exchange on Western Hemisphere affairs. International Council on Social Welfare (ICSW) - global non-governmental organization which represents a wide range of national and international member organizations that seek to advance social welfare, social justice and social development. International Federation of Inventors' Associations (IFIA) - represents over 100 companies, and includes a women's and a children's division..	International Joint Commission - established in 1909 to assist the U.S. and Canada in decisions regarding the lakes and waterways that lie along and between the two countries. International Parliament for Safety and Peace - outlines the history and purpose in many languages. Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs - non-partisan, nonprofit educational organization addressing the security requirements of the U.S. and Israel and the cooperative strategic relationship between them Metropolis - World Association of the Major Metropolises - network of more than 65 metropolises and capital cities of the world. International forum for effective dialogue and cooperation on all aspects of urban management and development. MS-Nepal: Danish Association for International Cooperation - working to promote understanding and solidarity between people across national borders by means of development assistance, youth exchange, development education, and advocacy work. National Endowment for Democracy - a private, nonprofit, grant-making organization created in 1983 to strengthen democratic institutions around the world through nongovernmental efforts. Organization of World Heritage Cities (OWHC) - created to assist member cities adapt and improve their management methods in relation to the specific requirements of having a site inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Secretariat of the Pacific Community - implements programs that benefit 22 Pacific Island countries and territories. Sister Cities International - national office for the Sister Cities program, building community partnerships world-wide. Sovereignty International - exists to promote the belief that best government is empowered only by the consent of those who are governed. Web Directory: Union of International Associations (UIA) - resource for learning more about intergovernmental organizations (IGOs) and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Westminster Foundation for Democracy - assists in building and strengthening pluralist democratic institutions globally. World Customs Organization (WCO) - independent, inter-governmental organization dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of Customs administrations.