Plan is committed to making lasting improvements to the lives of children living in poverty in developing countries.

We recognise our duty to be as effective and efficient as possible and to be accountable to all our stakeholders.

To this end, we publish the rules and policies governing our work. Read Plan's policies.

Learn about Plan's governance structures.

Plan has been named one of the top performers in the One World Trust annual global accountability report.

Adherence to standards

INGO accountability charter
Plan is a signatory of the International Non-Governmental Organisations Commitment to Accountability (INGO) charter, which outlines our common commitment to excellence, transparency and accountability.

ICFO international standards
The management and operations of Plan’s central organisation have been independently assessed by the International Committee on Fundraising Organisations (ICFO) and found to be in compliance with ICFO standards.

Sphere Project
Plan adheres to the Sphere Project’s Humanitarian Charter and Minimum Standards in Disaster Response.

People in Aid
Plan is a member of People in Aid – a global network of development and humanitarian assistance agencies which promotes good practice in the management and support of aid personnel.

ICVA
Plan is a member of the International Council of Voluntary Agencies (ICVA) - a global network that brings together human rights, humanitarian, and development non-governmental organisations as an advocacy alliance for humanitarian action.

Plan has consultative status with UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund), and UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation).