International Membership of CNRI offers organisations and institutions a unique opportunity to engage with the global development community through CNRI’s international affiliations. As a holder of Special Consultative Status with UN ECOSOC and affiliation with OECD-INFE, CNRI provides a platform to contribute to international dialogue on rural development, civil society, financial inclusion and sustainable development.

Through CNRI, members can share experiences, policy recommendations and grassroots perspectives, which may be consolidated into position papers and consultation submissions for presentation at appropriate international forums, in accordance with the consultative processes of the United Nations and OECD.

Why Become an International Member?

• Connect with global development institutions through CNRI.
• Contribute grassroots perspectives to international policy discussions.
• Participate in international consultations, dialogues and knowledge exchanges.
• Share innovative development models and best practices from India.
• Access global knowledge, research and policy developments.
• Engage on the SDGs, financial inclusion and civil-society strengthening.
• Build partnerships with international organisations and networks.
• Enhance institutional visibility at the global level.

Global Knowledge, Local Impact

International Membership is built on the principle that local experience should inform global policy, and global knowledge should strengthen local action. The National Secretariat compiles member inputs and facilitates dialogue with international institutions, ensuring the collective voice of Indian civil society is represented wherever appropriate — giving your institution a national platform and a gateway to global engagement.

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