News and updates from BCSDN and the region
Localization has been a word to describe that collective process through which a diverse range of stakeholders have a role to play, each in their own way and a policy paper published by the Wings examines philanthropy as an enabling factor for proper implementation of the localization. The policy document advocates that localization is a
Read more →Country Notes are a regularly updated library of resources for making grants in specific countries used by various foundations, nonprofits, governments, and academic institutions in the U.S. and globally. Country Notes provide key information on domestic nonprofit laws and regulations, research and reports, and local contacts to strengthen cross-border philanthropy. Crated by the International Center
Read more →The Forum for Philanthropy was held in Skopje, organized by “Konekt” as part of the USAID Partnerships for Donation Project. Research by the “Konekt” Association notes a positive movement in the trend of donations by companies and citizens, with which North Macedonia this year rose to 25th place compared to 75th in 2013, according to
Read more →While in a global context, the European space for philanthropy may seem relatively stable, the Civil Society actors have learned over the past years that even within Europe and the European Union this cannot be taken for granted. The CSO and donor communities have to work towards defending the philanthropy space in a context of
Read more →Against the backdrop of a dire economic situation, Integrated National Financing Framework (INFF) – an approach by which countries can put together strategies for financing their national ‘sustainable development priorities is now here to “shine a light” on UN’s guidance for integration of the INFF. This paper explores whether, in their current form, INFFs can
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 →A new donor-funded Support Programme for Ukraine (SPU) was launched by contributing OSCE participating states. The Support Programme addresses some of the immediate challenges to civilians posed by the Russian war against Ukraine. It supports the long-term democratic and social resilience of Ukrainian institutions and CSOs. The Support Programme currently consists of 23 projects aiming
Read more →The Pledge for Change outlines specific adjustments that a group of International CSOs have committed to making by 2030. They center around three core areas: equitable partnerships – for example, directly implementing only when there isn’t enough national or local capacity to meet needs; authentic storytelling – moving away from storytelling associated with the “white
Read more →Following November 2020, Peace Direct, Adeso, the Alliance for Peacebuilding and Women of Color Advancing Peace and Security online consultation with 158 activists, decision-makers, academics, journalists, and practitioners across the globe. Participants and guest contributors exchanged insights and local experiences on the current power dynamics and imbalances that exist within the humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding
Read more →Each year, the AidWatch report monitors the quantity and quality of EU ODA through the ‘four Es’: Is it enough, employed correctly, effective and equality-focused. AidWatch, and its ongoing activities, hold EU institutions and Member States accountable for meeting their target of allocating at least 0.7% of Gross National Income (GNI) to ODA by 2030.
Read more →The bureau of Democracy, Development, and Innovation of USAID has issued a release stating that the Agency recognizes the central importance of partnerships that result in strengthened local communities—a longstanding practice across every sector, country, and context in which the Agency works. The Local Capacity Strengthening Policy guides USAID decisions about why and how to
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