News and updates from BCSDN and the region
Accountable Now has announced two upcoming conversations on how organizations can make a stronger impact in the next year. The Dynamic Accountability Dialogue #2: Accountable Future, happening on 6 December, aims to identify and brainstorm the accountability needs and challenges for organizations in 2023. Please find more information here. Additionally, they are holding an Open House on 8
Read more →Calls for audits to expose and mitigate harms related to algorithmic decision systems are proliferating and audit provisions are coming into force, notably in the EU’s Digital Services Act. In response to these growing concerns, research organizations working on technology accountability have called for ethics and/or human rights auditing of algorithms, and the artificial intelligence
Read more →The decision for a compensation fund (“Loss & Damage”) made at the COP`27 in Sharm El Sheik represents a paradigm shift in international climate diplomacy. For the first time, the crisis issue of climate has been recognized as a justice issue at this top international level. By achieving this discursive shift, the Global South and
Read more →In the latest edition of Moving Forward – a newsletter designed to help nonprofits exchange ideas and learn from one another to unlock the sector’s full potential, the CEO of CareerSeekers, gives insight into approaches to donor appreciation — and why prioritizing these efforts is so critical. Noting that building and maintaining relationships with partners
Read more →Target group: CSOs and non-profit research institutions, formally registered networks, coalitions, alliances, or platforms in North Macedonia Aim: Civica Mobilitas supports civil society in promoting social change in (strategic) areas such as good governance, decentralization, and social inclusion. Amount: MKD 3.000.000 – 4.500.000 Duration: 9-10 months Link to the original call (Civica Mobilitas)
Read more →Target group: CSOs and private sector entities from North Macedonia and Moldova Aim: The objective of the Slovak Challenge Fund is to facilitate the transfer of Slovak know-how and innovative solutions that would address development challenges identified by the respective UNDP Country Offices and contribute to the SDGs’ achievement. Amount: USD 20.000 – 40.000 Duration:
Read more →Target group: non-profit CSOs and academic institutions (universities and research institutions), non-profit companies that have a registered office in Germany at the time of the grant approval Aim: To strengthen civil society actors and their international networks, by enabling Germany-based CSO to work in collaboration with local partners in selected ODA-eligible implementing countries to put
Read more →Target group: CSOs working within the areas of judiciary, fundamental rights, media freedom, fight against corruption, public procurement, and financial control in Serbia Aim: The Netherlands Fund for Regional Partnership MATRA (‘MAatschappelijke TRAnsformatie’ is Dutch for ‘societal transformation’) is a program aimed at supporting activities in the areas of democracy, the rule of law, and
Read more →Target group: CSOs with the possibility for private entities as project partners Aim: Planning Grants aim to catalyze the development of landscape restoration plans across Europe. Funding could support the work needed to build alliances, establish baselines for biodiversity, prepare landscape restoration plans, and/or draft funding proposals. Amount: up to USD 100.000 Duration: 24 months
Read more →Target group: Activists, experts, journalists, civil servants, and supporters from the Western Balkans Countries: Western Balkans Short description: The conference will discuss privacy and security in the digital age, as well as fostering and nurturing a cyber-resilient society. These topics will be addressed through panel discussions on the digital transformation of public administration and societies
Read more →Target group: 21-30 years old representatives from academia and CSOs, young professionals, and youth activists Countries: Albania, North Macedonia, and Serbia Short description: RYLMP specifically targets youth interested in active participation in solving youth-related challenges and creating new solutions through data-driven advocacy. This includes recently graduated students, MA or Ph.D. students, and youth activists. Link
Read more →Target group: non-governmental organizations, unregistered initiatives as well as individuals who have contributed to the democratization of Kosovar society through their work and dedication. Countries: Kosovo Short description: Engagement for Joint Action (EJA Kosovo) is a KCSF program that supports civil society initiatives through grants, annual democracy awards, and capacity building with the overall aim
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