IEF is steadfast to obey and practice the distinctive of good governance:

• Participatory: IEF ensures participation by both men and women. It exercises the freedom of association and expression on the one hand and an organized civil society on the other hand.
• Consensus oriented: IEF encourages in mediation of the different interest in society to ensure a broad consensus, so that the whole community can reach out a decision for the greater interest of the people.
• Accountability: IEF believes that accountability is a key requirement of good governance. IEF is accountable to the public and institutional stakeholders through transparency and the rule of law.
• Transparency: IEF follows rules and regulations while taking decisions. It ensures the authentic information accessible for the stakeholders.
• Responsiveness: IEF responds and serves all stakeholders equally within a reasonable timeframe.
• Effectiveness and efficiency: IEF ensures to meet the needs of society while making the best use of resources at their disposal. It also covers the sustainable use of natural resources and the protection of the environment.
• Equity and inclusiveness: IEF encourages the community people to feel their obligation for the society so that they have a stake in it and do not feel excluded from the mainstream of society.
• Rule of law: IEF follows the rule of law encouraging fair legal frameworks that is enforced impartially. It helps protection of human rights including minorities, children and women and vulnerable.