News and updates from BCSDN and the region
After a long-term commitment by our BiH member, the Center for Promoting Civil Society (CPCD), to promote the adoption of the Code of Ethics for CSOs, the efforts have finally paid off. The ethical code covers a range of issues, including the need for CSOs to respect human rights, promote gender equality, act in a
Read more →The Global Partnership for Social Accountability (GPSA) recently held a virtual event titled “The Dynamic Side of Accountability: A People-Driven Approach.” The event highlighted the importance of a people-centered approach to accountability and how it can contribute to effective governance and sustainable development. The speakers emphasized that accountability is not just about enforcing rules and
Read more →Open Government Partnership is developing a new 5-year strategy and one of the key aims of the strategy is crafting a vision and strategic direction that resonates with and has roles for the entire Partnership. The draft strategy will remain open for comment until February 15 (today). Individuals could provide comment on the draft strategy
Read more →The California 100 Initiative has published the resource “Beyond Strategic Planning: A Foresight Toolkit for Decision Makers”. The toolkit provides a brief introduction to strategic foresight and how it can be used to support decision-making. It contains suggestions about how to get started applying foresight for impact. This toolkit introduces a simple, pragmatic approach to
Read more →On January 25th by discussing “dynamic accountability” during a crisis, BCSDN kick-started the activities of the Regional Accountability Community of the practice group. RACoP members showcased inspiring stories of how they maintained their commitment to their mission amidst a crisis and emerged stronger. Despite the challenging circumstances of a global crisis, RACoP members testified on
Read more →The Tamarack Institute has published the Guide for Building a Sustainable and Resilient Collaboration – a document unpacking the concepts of sustainability and resilience and shares ideas, stories, and resources that will benefit collaborations as they consider them. The publications help interested parties to define the key terms and explore the factors relevant to creating
Read more →Accountable Now has published the latest issue of Dynamic Accountability Dialogues. Based on the conducted workshop under the same title, held in November 2022, the document reflects on the conversation on what the future brings regarding the accountability aspect of the CSOs’ work, putting out their aspects on how the sector can be prepared rather
Read more →Accountable Now is part of a growing movement of organizations that are promoting a dynamic approach to accountability – an approach that is centered around building mutual and horizontal relationships between a CSO and the people involved in an organization’s work. Hear from four organizations that are using Dynamic Accountability to transform their organizational practices
Read more →The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2664, which should mark a step change in the ability of people in contexts subject to UN sanctions to better access critical humanitarian and peacebuilding support. The potential for the resolution to enable strengthened humanitarian and peacebuilding efforts depends on its full, effective, and timely implementation within domestic legislation,
Read more →Hosted by the International Civil Society Centre (ICSC), on 30th November 2022, national and international civil society leaders gathered at the Global Perspectives Conference with people passionate about doing social good to exchange ideas and experiences, make connections and address the world’s most pressing challenges, Ms. Marija Vishinova Shemova, BCSDN’s Communication and Information Officer, took
Read more →For the latest edition of the Global Standard for CSO Accountability newsletter, BCSDN has contributed by visualising their path trough the accountability enhancement journey. By highlighting some of its achievements, such as assistance for improving internal policies and practices, the infographic depicts the organization`s experience in gaining knowledge and sharing skills on accountability related topics
Read more →Accountability is a process(es) by which CSOs are answerable to their stakeholders for their actions, decisions, and results. Mechanisms and approaches to being accountable are as diverse as civil society actors. Over time, civil society accountability has grown from a static, administrative responsibility, to a civil society culture. CSOs have taken initiatives to enhance their
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