World Intellectual Property Organization

WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) serves as a central hub for global intellectual property (IP) activities, encompassing a wide array of services and resources related to copyrights, patents, trademarks, and industrial designs. With a mission to foster innovation and creativity, WIPO provides extensive training and outreach to businesses, researchers, and policymakers worldwide. Their offerings include workshops, seminars, and the WIPO Academy, focusing on building IP expertise in developing countries.

WIPO's comprehensive range of products includes guidance on patent protection, trademark registration, and industrial design rights, as well as resources for geographical indications and plant variety protection. The organization also engages in collaboration with various stakeholders, including public and private sectors, to promote effective IP policies. Through various databases and analytical tools, such as the Global Brand Database and PATENTSCOPE, WIPO enhances accessibility to vital IP information. By supporting initiatives that connect IP with pressing global challenges, WIPO plays a crucial role in advancing economic growth and societal development through innovation.