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37/100 · methodology
This score reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization.

About Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs

The Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs (IFI) at the American University of Beirut (AUB) was inaugurated in 2006 to harness the policy-related research of AUB's internationally respected faculty and other scholars, in order to contribute positively to Arab policy-making and international relations. IFI is a neutral, dynamic, civil, and open space that brings together people representing all viewpoints in society. It aims to: raise the quality of public policy-related debate and decision-making in the Arab World and abroad; enhance the Arab World's input into international affairs; and, enrich the quality of interaction among scholars, officials and civil society actors in the Middle East and abroad. | Acronym: IFI

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Beirut
Foundation type
Non-Governmental

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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar education in Lebanon
Integrity Assessment This charity: 37
Peer average: 37

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Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs is a registered education nonprofit based in Beirut, Lebanon. It is registered with the official charity registry of Lebanon. It was founded in 1866 and has been operating for 160 years. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization.

Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 37 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in Lebanon is 37/100.

Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs is located in Beirut, Lebanon. The organization was established in 1866 and has been active for 160 years.

Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs is classified as a Education organization, registered in Lebanon. It operates as a Non-Governmental.

Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

The Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs (IFI) at the American University of Beirut (AUB) was inaugurated in 2006 to harness the policy-related research of AUB's internationally respected faculty and other scholars, in order to contribute positively to Arab policy-making and international relations. IFI is a neutral, dynamic, civil, and open space that brings together people representing all viewpoints in society. It aims to: raise the quality of public policy-related debate and decision-making in the Arab World and abroad; enhance the Arab World's input into international affairs; and, enrich the quality of interaction among scholars, officials and civil society actors in the Middle East and abroad. |... Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs is classified as a education organization registered in Lebanon. The organization was founded in 1866.

Among education charities registered in Lebanon: Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 is in line with the peer average of 37/100.

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Peer charities

Other education in Lebanon, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International … This page 37 - -
Al-Makassed Philanthropic Islamic Association of Beirut 37 - -
Kunhadi 37 - -
Mohamed Khaled Social Foundations 37 - -
Al-Kafaàt Foundation 37 - -
Teach A Child 37 - -
Arab Baptist Theological Seminary 37 - -
Waraq 37 - -
Peace Labs 37 - -

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Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 21, 2026
Profile completeness
35%

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Methodology

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Quick facts about Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs

What is Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs?
Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs is a education non-governmental based in Beirut, Lebanon. The Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs (IFI) at the American University of Beirut (AUB) was inaugurated in 2006 to harness the policy-related research of AUB's internationally respected faculty and other scholars, in order to contribute positively to Arab policy-making and international relations. IFI is a neutral, dynamic, civil, and open space that brings together people representing all viewpoints in society. It aims to: raise the quality of public policy-related debate and decision-making in the Arab World and abroad; enhance the Arab World's input into international affairs; and, enrich the quality of interaction among scholars, officials and civil society actors in the Middle East and abroad. | Acronym: IFI
When was Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs founded?
Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs was founded in 1866.
Where is Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs located?
Headquartered in Beirut, Lebanon.
Is Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs trustworthy?
Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs's website?
http://www.aub.edu.lb/ifi/Pages/index.aspx
Are donations to Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Lebanon under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.