About us

Recourse is an international non-profit organisation. We campaign for international financial institutions to be democratic in their governance, and accountable, rights-based and environmentally sustainable in their policies and practices. We call for a just reform of the international financial architecture, and work in solidarity with allies, movements, and affected communities towards our vision: A world where people and planet are at the heart of development.

Why “recourse”? The various meanings of the word reflect our mission:

• Change of course or direction: We campaign to redirect international financial flows away from dirty, harmful investments, towards greener and more inclusive development.

• Source of help in a difficult situation: We work in partnership with other organisations to support communities in their struggle for their rights to be respected and their voices to be heard.
• Legal right to demand compensation or payment: We hold financial institutions to account for harms to people and the environment, and campaign for better policies and practices that uphold people’s rights.