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CfA: North Macedonia – Annual “Ilija Županoski” Award for Combating Disinformation (Deadline: 1 October 2025)

Short Description: The Metamorphosis Foundation announces the second edition of the annual “Ilija Županoski” Award, open to journalists, civil society organizations, and individuals who have contributed to combating disinformation in North Macedonia. Target Group: Journalists, CSOs, and individuals (including groups) who have published relevant work between 1 November 2024 and 1 October 2025 in newspapers,

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CfA: The Authoritarian Eco-System – Call for Policy Brief Submissions (Deadline: 3 October 2025)

Short Description: The UK Political Studies Association (PSA) Specialist Group Autocracy and Regime Change (ARC), in partnership with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD), invites submissions of editor-reviewed policy briefs exploring key elements of the authoritarian eco-system. Target Group: Scholars and experts in political science, authoritarianism, regime change, international relations, digital disinformation, and related fields.

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CfA: Event RINGO Connect Meeting – Monthly Changemakers’ Networking Space (27 August 2025)

Short Description: The RINGO Connect Meeting is a monthly open, semi-structured space for changemakers in global civil society to connect, exchange ideas, share challenges, and collaborate towards systems change. Facilitated by the RINGO team, the session offers opportunities for peer support, thematic discussions, and moving from ideas to action. Target Group: Civil society practitioners, activists,

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CfA: Special Rapporteur on the situation of Human Rights Defenders (Deadline: 28 August 2025)

Short Description: The UN Human Rights Council is seeking nominations for the next Special Rapporteur on the situation of Human Rights Defenders. The Special Rapporteur is an independent and voluntary expert tasked with monitoring and reporting on human rights situations globally. The role requires a substantial time commitment and travel readiness. Target Group: Highly qualified

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CfA: Young Civil Society Leadership Programme 2025 – Inclusive Growth and Job Creation (Deadline: 31 August 2025)

Short Description: The Young Civil Society Leadership Programme (YCSLP), funded by the EU and implemented by the Anna Lindh Foundation, seeks 27 young leaders from Southern Mediterranean countries to participate in a 9-month youth empowerment programme. The programme builds skills in policy dialogue and advocacy while supporting participants to design and implement community-based actions promoting

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CfA: Art for Reconciliation – Open Call for Socially Engaged Projects (Deadline: 2 September 2025)

Short Description: The “Art for Reconciliation” call invites civil society organizations working in the fields of arts and culture in the Western Balkans to propose socially engaged projects that promote peacebuilding and reconciliation. The call is part of the Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP) programme under the “District of Reconciliation” project. Target Group: Civil

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CfA: 23rd International Youth Conference – “European Values for the Future for SEE Region” (Deadline: 8 September 2025)

Short Description: The 23rd edition of the International Youth Conference will take place from 25–29 September 2025, bringing together 58 young changemakers from 16 countries across the SEE region and the EU. The conference will focus on youth empowerment, democracy-building, human rights, sustainable development, regional cooperation, digital transformation, and addressing youth unemployment and political disillusionment.

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CfA: Politik-Her Final Conference & Toolkit Launch – From Vision to Impact (Deadline: Ongoing Registration)

Short Description: The Politik-Her Final Conference “From Vision to Impact” will take place on 10 September 2025 in Brussels, marking the conclusion of a project dedicated to empowering young women in local democratic processes. The one-day hybrid event will feature keynote speeches, roundtables, and participatory workshops on inclusive policy-making, gender equity, and intercultural dialogue. Target

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CfA: Connect. Collaborate. Create – Youth Summer Camp for EU Macro-Regions (Deadline: 7 August 2025)

Short Description: European House Budapest invites young changemakers to participate in a unique summer camp designed to empower youth from the four EU macro-regions (Baltic Sea, Danube, Adriatic & Ionian, and Alpine). The programme includes expert-led workshops, peer exchange, and networking opportunities to strengthen cross-border youth collaboration and participation in EU macro-regional strategies. Target Group:

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CfA: Policy Study on Populism and Gender Narratives in North Macedonia/Europe (Deadline: 8 August 2025)

Target Group: Individual researchers or research teams with expertise in gender studies, populism, and public policy analysis. Aim: To produce a 25–40 page policy study (7,000–10,000 words) exploring anti-gender mobilisation in North Macedonia within a broader European context. The study should map the actors and narratives involved, assess the legislative and policy impact, and provide

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CfA: Training – CAN Europe Journalist Workshop on Climate Disinformation, Western Balkans (Deadline: 8 August 2025)

Short Description: Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe is inviting applications for the second edition of its regional training for journalists, focused on climate disinformation, COP30, and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). This in-person training aims to enhance reporting skills on climate and energy issues across the Western Balkans. Target Group: Professional journalists based in the Western

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