News and updates from BCSDN and the region
Civil society is calling for a comprehensive scope and definition of AI systems, without any exceptions for national defense/security. CoE Committee on AI has been entrusted with negotiating a Framework Convention on AI, law, human rights, and democracy. Encouraged by the Conference of INGOs, civil society observers are pushing for the inclusion of a broad
Read more →In a recent blog post for Accountable Now, we at BCSDN share our journey towards becoming a more diverse, inclusive, and accountable CSO network. Embracing diversity and inclusion is crucial for our success. We are dedicated to learning, growing, and ensuring that we represent the stakeholders we serve. At BCSDN, alignment on D&I principles is
Read more →Transparency and accountability are crucial for philanthropic organizations to earn trust and support from the community. Implementing plans for transparency and accountability is a key component of good governance. With the global challenges faced by the philanthropic sector, there is a growing need for practical guidance on achieving greater transparency and accountability. This guide builds
Read more →The Feminist Accountability Framework (FAF) is designed to help move the Generation Equality Forum (GEF) from promises to action. It is co-designed by 22 grassroots organizations in the Global South and facilitated by Global Fund for Women. The Framework offers a summary of the co-design process to create Feminist Accountability; up to date findings; gathering
Read more →Since 2013, the annual European Day of Foundations and Donors showcases the European philanthropy sector, promoting the importance of giving and civic action. The article discusses philanthropy’s complex nature, found both in large and well-established organizations, as well as organizations operating on a grass-root level, all contributing to a motivation to do good. Read more
Read more →In the contemporary digital world, NGOs and fundraisers use different innovative tools and technologies, helping them engage with donors, maximize their efforts, and amplify impact. One such tool that has the power to change the fundraising landscape is Artificial Intelligence (AI) which streamlines NGOs operations and personalizes donor experience. Adopting AI in fundraising strategies leads
Read more →Target group: Cross-border teams of at least two professional journalists and/or news outlets from Europe. Aim: Thе grant programme supports cross-border teams of professional journalists and/or news outlets to conduct investigations into environmental affairs related to continental Europe. This is part of a larger programme: The Earth Investigations Programme supported by Arcadia. Amount: Around EUR 400,000.
Read more →Target group: Non-profit, legal entities, CSOs/ applicants from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia. Aim: Strengthening participatory democracies and Euro Atlantic integrations in the Western Balkans by empowering CSOs and CSO networks for stronger and active role in creating peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo,
Read more →Target group: Journalists, collaborative teams, media organizations from the Visegrad region Aim: Јournalists interested in the Balkans to participate in this exceptional program, aimed at generating compelling journalistic output for media outlets in the countries, with the added possibility of being showcased on BIRN’s esteemed Reporting Democracy platform and in prominent local media across the Balkan
Read more →Target group: CSOs operating in the Balkans, but also in Europe Countries: Europe Short description. BCSDN is announcing a call for applications for the Mobility Fund for CSOs from the Balkans Region to support the mobility and exchange of CSOs within the Balkans. The aim of the fund is to promote collaboration, networking, and knowledge sharing
Read more →Target group: CSOs, activists, and informal groups interested in learning and sharing knowledge on accountability Countries: Balkans Short description: BCSDN invites CSOs, networks, and activists across the Balkans, to join the Regional Accountability Community of Practice (RACoP) and support our Pledge for joint action and discussions in a safe space where we can commit to strengthening the accountability
Read more →Target group: NGOs, NGO networks/ platform Countries: Europe/ Worldwide Short description: As a CSO Partnership for Development Effectiveness (CPDE) Secretariat for Europe region, BCSDN is inviting NGOs and NGO platforms with experience in development cooperation and familiarity with Effective Development Cooperation principles and Istanbul Principles for CSO development effectiveness to join CPDE Europe. Link to more
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