News and updates from BCSDN and the region
The #ShiftThePower movement, a global network advocating for equitable aid practices, raises concerns to OECD DAC members about opaque funding practices that disproportionately benefit Global North CSOs. Despite commitments to support Southern leadership and civil society, aid flows remain “tied”, largely favoring Northern CSOs and hindering Southern CSOs. The movement urges DAC members to remove
Read more →The EU’s Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP) initiative is transforming civil society by empowering grassroots organizations. FSTP simplifies access to EU funding, aiming to boost the ability of smaller, local CSOs to engage with their communities. The initiative recognizes and nurtures the potential of local actors through smaller grants and easier application processes, benefiting
Read more →Target group: Grassroots CSOs led by women and/or with women in decision-making roles, operating in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, or Serbia, focusing on preventing and combating gender-based violence. Aim: To support projects that address gender-based violence with an innovative and intersectional approach, particularly targeting organizations with limited previous access to EU funding and those
Read more →Target group: Non-profit organizations (NPOs) interested in participating in the “Exchange Program of NPOs” in Albania. Aim: To strengthen the capacities of NPOs, increase access and collaboration between NPOs and public/private institutions, and enhance advocacy initiatives to address the needs of beneficiary groups. Amount: N/A Duration: N/A Deadline: 3 May Link to more information (Partners
Read more →Target group: Locally registered media organizations and individual content creators from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Aim: The USAID Media Engagement Activity (MEA) aims to support the production of content related to topics significant for the upcoming local elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina, fostering credible and innovative reporting that engages marginalized communities and encourages public dialogue. Amount:
Read more →Target group: CSOs registered in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, North Macedonia, and Serbia. Aim: Youth Fund for Local Youth Initiatives provides grants to support CSOs for projects that will improve and develop participatory youth policies in communities of the Western Balkans by supporting youth initiatives and fostering active citizenship and participation of young people
Read more →Target group: Member organisations of the European Civic Forum Aim: Support projects that enhance advocacy, capacity building, and engagement in European network building and policies. Amount: Grants between 5,000 and 10,000 EUR per project Duration: Activities must be completed by 31 December 2024 Deadline: 13 May Link to more information (European Civic Forum)
Read more →Target group: A legal person, non-profit-making, a non-governmental organisation established in Albania or in a Member State of the European Union or in another IPA III beneficiary or in one of the members of the European Economic Area covered by CIR. Aim: The global objective is to strengthen the role and capacity of civil society
Read more →Target group: CSO leaders, experienced civil society activists, and representatives of grassroots CSOs from the Western Balkans and Türkiye. Countries: Western Balkan Countries and Türkiye Short Description: The EU-TACSO 3 project is organizing the EU Civil Society Forum for the Western Balkans and Türkiye 2024. The forum will focus on the future of civil society
Read more →Target group: Enthusiasts based in Southeast Europe Countries: Montenegro Short Description: Designed for individuals passionate about digital rights in Southeast Europe, the program features lectures, workshops, and discussions led by regional and international experts. Topics include digital markets, online content regulation, AI-enabled surveillance, and strategies for advocacy. Duration: 25-31 August, 2024 Link to more information
Read more →Target group: Leaders that come from public, private, NGO, and academic sectors and offer the participants unique perspectives on how to address corruption and promote transparency. Countries: Worldwide Short Description: Transparency International School on Integrity is an annual state-of-the-art anti-corruption and accountability training for future leaders. The school exposes its participants to the latest developments
Read more →Target group: Western Balkans and V4 doctoral students or fellows that hold a doctoral degree (regardless of their current affiliation). Countries: Western Balkans and V4 countries Short Description: The Western Balkans–Visegrad Fellowships allow WB6 citizens to apply for short-term fellowships at V4 research institutions (in Czechia, Poland, Hungary, or Slovakia). Reciprocally, V4 applicants can apply
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