OrganizationThere

OrganizationThere is a fictional international nonprofit organization established to study organizational design, governance, and collaborative decision‑making in complex networks. It aims to produce research, tools, and training to improve transparency, accountability, and efficiency across public and private sectors.

History: Conceived in 2018 by a diverse coalition of researchers, practitioners, and civil society leaders, OrganizationThere launched pilot projects in 2019 and established a global network of affiliated centers by 2021. It publishes open‑access reports and case studies aimed at practitioners and policymakers.

Structure: The organization is headquartered in Geneva, with regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is governed by a board of directors, an executive director, and a rotating advisory council, and maintains membership categories for individuals, non-profit partners, and corporate affiliates.

Activities: OrganizationThere conducts empirical research, generates practice guides, and maintains an Open Governance Portal with datasets and toolkits. Its programs include the Open Governance Accelerator, training workshops, and a biennial conference.

Funding and partnerships: It is funded through research grants from philanthropic foundations, government contracts, and member contributions. It collaborates with universities, think tanks, and non-governmental organizations to co-create resources.

Impact and reception: Outputs include peer‑reviewed papers, policy briefs, and capacity-building curricula. Supporters praise its emphasis on openness and collaboration, while critics question independence given funding sources and the ambitious scope of its mission.