Target Group: CSOs, community-based organisations and other non-governmental organisations legally registered in Albania for at least five years. Aim: Support community-based initiatives on biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, sustainable land management, pollution reduction, waste management and sustainable livelihoods. Countries: Albania Amount: Up to USD 75,000 per project; co-financing required for grants between USD 50,000 and USD 75,000. Duration: Up to 12 months Deadline: 28 August , 14:00 Tirana local time Link to more information (UNDP)
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Target Group: Partnerships of two or more organisations from different countries, including CSOs, public institutions, private companies, and multilateral or global organisations. Aim: To support new international partnerships in developing reciprocal work exchange projects that strengthen institutional development, mutual learning and sustainable development, while providing young people aged 18–35 with international professional experience. Countries: ODA-eligible countries, with priority given to countries where Norway has established development cooperation and presence. Amount: Up to NOK 150,000 for Phase 1. Duration: Phase 1 prepares partnerships for a work exchange of 6–12 months, expected to start in August/September 2027. Deadline: 1 September Link to…
Target Group: Regional and local public bodies, bodies governed by public law, eligible non-profit organisations and European Groupings of Territorial Cooperation (EGTCs). Aim: Support small-scale cross-border projects on biodiversity, green infrastructure and pollution reduction, and on culture and sustainable tourism, economic development, social inclusion and social innovation Countries: Greece and Albania Amount: EUR 120,000–400,000 per project; maximum EUR 200,000 per project partner; 80% EU contribution and 20% national co-financing. Duration: Up to 18 months. Deadline: 30 September 2026, 15:00 Greek local time (CET+1) Link to more information (Interreg Greece- Albania)
Target Group: Legally registered media organisations committed to independent, high-quality public-interest journalism. Aim: Support investigative and in-depth journalism that directly engages communities in identifying and reporting underreported issues, with particular encouragement for stories involving underrepresented groups. Countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Czech Republic, Hungary, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Poland, Serbia and Slovakia. Amount: Up to EUR 4,700 for individual grants; up to EUR 9,400 for cross-border projects involving at least two media outlets. Duration: Up to 8 months, starting 1 December 2026. Deadline: 12 October, midnight CET. Link to more information (BIRN)
Target Group: Journalists from the Western Balkans 6 with at least three years of professional newsroom experience and working proficiency in English. Aim: To strengthen journalists’ capacities to report on the Green Agenda, energy transition and climate issues through solutions journalism, expert input, practical training and development of concrete story ideas. Countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia. Amount: All participation costs covered, including travel, accommodation and meals. Duration: 3 days, 16–18 September 2026, Podgorica and Žabljak, Montenegro. Deadline: 24 August 2026 Link to more information (Mediacentar Sarajevo)
Target Group: CSOs working on inclusive, rights-based and sustainable digital development, particularly organisations from the Global South and those representing rights, accessibility, inclusion, gender and youth communities. Aim: Strengthen CSOs’ knowledge and skills to engage in digital policy processes, covering internet governance, infrastructure and standards, cybersecurity, AI policy, diplomacy and negotiation. Countries: Global, with particular encouragement for CSOs from the Global South. Amount: Fully funded; full scholarships provided to selected participants. Duration: September 2026 – February 2027. Deadline: 30 August 2026 Link to more information (cade)
Short Description: The Peacebuilding Network (Mreža za izgradnju mira) invites nominations for the 2026 Goran Bubalo Peace Award, recognising individuals and educational institutions for outstanding contributions to peacebuilding, human rights, justice and civic activism in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The award honours both long-term commitment and achievements made over the past year. Countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina Location: Online Duration: Nominations open until 1 September 2026. The award ceremony will take place on 19 September, marking the International Day of Peace. Deadline for Applications/Nominations: 1 September. Link to more information (mreza mira)
Short Description: The Regional Cooperation Council (RCC), in partnership with the Austrian Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs (BMEIA), invites nominations for the Champion of Regional Cooperation Dr. Erhard Busek Award 2026. The award recognises individuals and organisations whose leadership, vision and long-term commitment have made an outstanding contribution to regional cooperation, European integration, socio-economic development and cross-border collaboration in South East Europe. Countries: South East Europe Location: Online (nominations submitted via the application form) Amount: EUR 10,000 financial award. Duration: Nominations are open from 14 July to 14 September. The awardee must attend the award ceremony in person.…
Short Description: People Powered, in partnership with the Democracy Narratives Alliance (DNA), invites creators worldwide to submit visual stories that inspire new narratives about democracy. The call seeks creative content that explores how people can collectively shape decisions affecting their communities and futures. Eligible formats include short videos, illustrations and graphics, with awards for the most compelling submissions. Countries: Global Location: Online Amount: 4 winning entries: USD 1,000 each. 5 honourable mentions: USD 500 each. Duration: Applications are open until 14 September. Winners will be announced in October–November 2026 Deadline for Applications: 14 September Link to more information (Global Hub…
Short Description: Democracy Forward is an inspiration festival bringing together civil society, thinkers, practitioners and other stakeholders to exchange ideas and practices for strengthening democracy. The programme focuses on citizen participation, trust in information and media, inclusion of less-heard voices, public spaces and the future of democracy. Participation is free and limited to 80 participants. Location: Brussels, Belgium – BELvue Museum Duration: 1 day (15 September 2026) Deadline for Applications: N/A Link to more information (King Baudouin Foundation)