Mission
Knowledge Ecology International (KEI) focuses on promoting public interests in knowledge production and ensuring that access to knowledge is a fundamental right. This includes advocating for the access to medical technologies, pushing for innovation policies, and transparency in intellectual property processes.
Basic Information
Founded in
2006
EIN
83-0461554
Total Assets
$2.152 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Advocating for Compulsory Licensing
KEI has been at the forefront of discussions around compulsory licensing of pharmaceuticals to ensure access.

Transparency in Pandemic Agreements
KEI has put forth statements advocating for transparency in the WHO pandemic treaty negotiations.

Engagement in WIPO Discussions
KEI actively participates in discussions at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) regarding access to medicines.
Impact Stats
Number of Research Publications
Published Research on COVID-19 Vaccines
Conducted extensive research and advocacy on equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines through compulsory licensing.
Number of Proposals submitted
Proposal for Essential Medicines
Submitted a proposal for the inclusion of the drug risdiplam on the WHO’s Model List of Essential Medicines.
Past Events
Workshop on Patents and Public Interest
September 15, 2017
KEI hosted a workshop on the implications of CRISPR and CAR T technologies in relation to public interest.
Upcoming Events

Reflections on the WHO Pandemic Agreement
September 2, 2024
A virtual panel discussion exploring the implications of the WHO Pandemic Agreement on intellectual property.
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Overall Score
58
72
/100
Program Expense Ratio
85.09%
16
/20
Program Revenue Growth
16.98%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.03918
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
2.656
16
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 868K | 75.93% |
Program Services | 275.1K | 24.06% |
Investment Income | 48 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 1.143M | 100.00% |
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