HQ Function

Serves as the legal and administrative center for the global non-profit foundation, facilitating funding, compliance, and central coordination for a distributed international network of contributors.

Notable Features:

The registered address is situated in Amsterdam's historic canal district, a UNESCO World Heritage site. However, day-to-day operations are largely virtual, not centered in a traditional office building.

Work Culture:

The administrative functions at the HQ support a global, mission-driven, and collaborative virtual team. The culture reflects values of transparency, multiculturalism, and dedication to free expression.

HQ Significance:

Provides the necessary legal and financial framework (as a Dutch 'stichting' or foundation) that enables Global Voices to operate, receive grants, and support its worldwide community of contributors.

Values Reflected in HQ: The choice of a stable, internationally recognized legal framework in the Netherlands reflects values of legitimacy, transparency, and commitment to long-term global operations.

Location:

Global Voices operates as a highly distributed, virtual organization with a global presence spanning numerous countries and languages. Its community of over 800 writers, translators, regional editors, and activists contribute from around the world. Functions supported globally include news reporting, translation (Lingua project), advocacy (Advox), research (Civic Media Observatory), and community building. This decentralized model allows Global Voices to provide diverse, on-the-ground perspectives from various regions, fulfilling its mission to amplify underrepresented voices.

Street Address:

Singel 258

City:

Amsterdam

State/Province:

North Holland

Country:

Netherlands