News and updates from BCSDN and the region
More than 40 CSOs across the EU and US delivered an urgent message to the European Commission and President Von der Leyen to resist Big Tech’s political pressure and uphold EU sovereignty. The letter calls on the Commission to stand firm against corporate lobbying and Trump administration interference as CEOs of Meta, Apple, and others
Read more →The EU TACSO 3 project, on behalf of the European Commission, is conducting the third Assessment against the DG NEAR Guidelines for EU Support to Civil Society in the Western Balkans and Turkey 2021–2027. The survey aims to gather input from as many CSOs as possible in the region. Its findings will offer invaluable insights
Read more →Building strong communities requires open communication and shared purpose. While divisions in society often dominate the discourse, people across different backgrounds largely agree on fundamental issues like education, clean water, and quality of life. Effective communication strategies help bridge these divides by engaging diverse voices, telling compelling stories, and fostering collaboration. Rather than focusing solely
Read more →The study provides a deep dive into the current state of Global Citizenship Education (GCE) funding across Europe. It examines critical challenges such as the accessibility and sustainability of funding, the impact of global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine, and the evolving role of EU programmes like DEAR. Key insights
Read more →Target group: Officially registered NGOs in Albania with at least two years of audited accounts from an independent audit firm. Aim: To support social transformation by strengthening democracy, rule of law, institutional accountability, human rights, good governance, and stability in alignment with EU accession process. Amount: 70 000 – 150 000 EUR per project. Duration: 24 –
Read more →Target group: CSOs and other eligible applicants in the Western Balkans region. Aim: To empower CSOs, particularly grassroots organizations, by fostering regional and cross-border collaboration, strengthening regional cohesion, enhancing cooperation among stakeholders from at least three WBF Contracting Parties, and promoting active participation in regional integration and development. Amount: Maximum grant size is 15 000 EUR,
Read more →Target group: CSOs registered in North Macedonia Aim: To promote transitional justice, social cohesion, and human rights protection by fostering trust, supporting communities, and initiating multi-ethnic constructive dialogue. Amount: 5 000–35 000 EUR per project Duration: 4 -15 months Deadline: 27 February Link to more information (UNDP North Macedonia)
Read more →Target group: Think tank organizations from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. Aim: To support regional cooperation and joint initiatives that promote democratic values and practices, human rights protection, and environmental sustainability, strengthening the capacity of think tanks to influence policy-making and drive positive change in the Western Balkans. Amount: 5 000
Read more →Target group: LGBTI organisations in Central Europe and the Western Balkans. Countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia. Short Description: The FutureLab programme aims to foster social acceptance and inclusion for LGBTI people by funding strategic and actionable projects, offering support, and building
Read more →Target group: Liberal women in politics from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia Countries: BiH, Croatia, Serbia Short Description: BAZA – Balkanska Ženska Akademija is a tailored empowerment program organized by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom. It is designed to support liberal women politicians at all stages of their political journey by providing training in
Read more →Target group: Young people aged 18-30, particularly those at the beginning of their activist careers who are passionate about LGBTQI rights. IGLYO welcomes underrepresented groups, including young women, trans and non-binary youth, intersex youth, young people with disabilities, racialised youth, Black youth, young people of colour, and young refugees and migrants. Countries: Open to participants
Read more →Target group: Leaders in civil society, culture, and media organizations working in the fields of democracy, human rights, or freedom of expression. Applicants must be between 22-45 years old and hold a leadership role (formal or informal) within their organization. Countries: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia,
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