Mission
In these times of deep digital change, European countries face severe challenges, such as climate and demographic change; the war in Ukraine, as well as huge economic and access crises. Digital media monopoly, fake news and echo chambers jeopardize democratic systems and international cooperation, and right-wing populist parties are getting stronger across Europe.
ICNM follows the vision that digital and interactive media based on smart content and user-centric applications, combined with the aspiration to high quality in terms of informational value and respect for human rights, are key to meeting the challenges in a European way and to provide concrete solutions. Digital solutions have the power to engage citizens, transform data into information and information into knowledge; and contribute to a just society.
Inter-sectoral, transnational and cross-cultural cooperations enable citizens to understand each other, be more empathetic and act in solidarity. Through the creation of equal opportunities for citizens from different cultural, regional, gender, religious and socio-economic backgrounds and providing opportunities and processes to work together and thus better understand shared values and cultural differences, ICNM aims to reduce stereotypes, discrimination and to build mutual trust and solidarity. With this approach, ICNM creates genuine, diverse and inclusive communities of high engagement across Europe, bringing together CSOs, professionals, academia and governmental representatives with innovative visionaries and young entrepreneurs developing digital impact solutions for Union Values.
With a clear alignment to foster union values with the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union and the UN goals of global Human Rights and Sustainable Development (UN SDGs), ICNM offers a platform for sharing best practices in digital impact solutions, improving society with all stakeholders.
ICNM works relentlessly on building diverse, equitable and inclusive ecosystems for entrepreneurs and youth. The focus lies on cooperation as a higher value than competition, social and ecological impact counting more than fast growth and immense profit, and practices of authenticity and transparency. ICNM’s vison is to support, specifically young, entrepreneurs from all EU member countries, who do not accept the status quo, and use their creativity and skills to develop solutions serving society around union values.
ICNM seeks to empower citizens and permanent residents throughout Europe, creating an inclusive, value-driven platform that amplifies democratic participation and citizen engagement. By leveraging the power of cooperation and promoting digital impact solutions, ICNM fosters societal improvement rooted in active civic involvement and community-building. Its outstanding multi-stakeholder network spans over 182 countries and includes all EU member states, including renowned experts, academics, entrepreneurs, governmental representatives, investors, and private sector stakeholders.
With a strong focus on democratic values, ICNM identifies, evaluates, and showcases best practices in high-quality, purpose-driven digital solutions that advance society through multilateral cooperation and diverse, interactive formats. These initiatives actively promote the achievement of the UN SDGs and uphold the foundational values of the European Union—human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law, and human rights.
ICNM enables through its programs and activities transnational and cross-sectoral collaboration, ensuring the inclusion of marginalized groups and promoting equality, diversity, and fair competition. By connecting people from diverse backgrounds—across origin, gender, socio-economic status, and age—ICNM ignites transformative learning experiences that strengthen Union values and integration, deepen democratic engagement, and aim for a more inclusive and participatory future for all.
ICNM NETWORK
The ICNM community is based on the principals of transnational and trans-sectoral collaboration, inclusion of marginalized groups, equality and fair competition. By connecting people and encouraging them to work together on relevant projects, ICNM fosters a learning process of union values and of the importance to stand up for one’s rights as a participant.
