Empowering Civic Leaders. Strengthening Civil Society Across Africa.
The African Civic Leadership Program (ACLP) is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing human rights, democratic governance, and civic leadership. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, ACLP works to empower civic actors through training, mentorship, applied research, and policy dialogue to build resilient and accountable institutions across Africa.
Who We Are
The African Civic Leadership Program (ACLP) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in March 2016. ACLP acts as a catalyst for civil society development by combining public interest education, legal empowerment, and strategic capacity-building to help organizations thrive as independent, effective actors in promoting human rights and democracy.
We bridge research and practice—connecting data-driven insight with field-level experience to equip civic leaders, community advocates, and emerging organizations for meaningful and sustainable change.
Featured Program Highlights
Executive Civil Society Leadership Program (ECSLP)
Equipping civic leaders with practical tools for impact.
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Civil Society Resource Center (CSRC)
Ethiopia’s national hub for civic innovation, policy learning, and resource sharing.
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