Accountability Counsel is dedicated to prioritizing people and the planet over profits, advocating for the responsiveness of powerful institutions to community needs, and ensuring that the global financial system respects human and environmental rights. The organization holds international investments accountable to these standards, working closely with communities whose rights and environments are threatened. Through its Communities, Research, and Policy programs, Accountability Counsel provides grassroots legal support, conducts impactful research, and advocates for accessible and fair accountability mechanisms. Their respect-based approach emphasizes the inclusion of marginalized individuals, particularly women and girls, in community-led strategies for justice.