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CfA: Training on Cyber Security for Journalists and CSOs in Albania (Deadline: 2 September)

Target group: All interested journalists and representatives from CSOs in Albania. Countries: Albania Short Description: SCIDEV, in collaboration with Free Press Unlimited (FPU) and Citizens.al, is inviting all interested journalists and representatives from CSOs to participate in a specialized cyber security training program. Themes to be encompassed during the training: Albanian Regulatory Framework on Cybersecurity;

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CfA: One-Year BIRN Training for Investigative Journalism (Deadline: 6 September)

Target group: Young journalists and students from North Macedonia. Countries: North Macedonia Short Description: BIRN invites young journalists and students to apply for a one-year investigative journalism program. Ten selected participants will receive mentorship, financial support, and training from September 2024 to August 2025, culminating in a mini summer school. Duration: One year Link to

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CfA: BIRN Two-Day Training Course on Investigative Reporting and Fact-Checking in WB (Deadline: 15 September)

Target group: Final-year journalism students, recent graduates, and young and professional journalists from the Western Balkan countries including Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. Countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. Short Description: This training course will help tackle fake news and unverified reporting by helping journalists

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CfA: EU TACSO 3 Online Workshops for Non-Environmental CSOs (Deadline: 21 August)

Target group: Non-environmental CSOs Countries: Western Balkans and Türkiye, and EU member states Short Description: Online workshops to help non-environmental CSOs understand and integrate environmental themes into their work. Workshops will cover “Environment for youth organizations” on 27 August, and “Environment for organizations working on social inclusion on 3 September”. Duration: Each workshop is a

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CfA: Regional Academy for Future Leaders of Change on Media Literacy and Media Activism (Deadline: 25 August)

Target group: Young activists, CSO leaders, journalists, social media influencers, education workers, and others interested in media freedom and activism. Countries: North Macedonia, Serbia, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, Montenegro, and Türkiye. Short Description: This one-year program aims to empower young leaders in the Western Balkans and Türkiye to engage in media activism and promote

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CfA: Training Program for Journalists Covering Climate and Energy Issues in the Western Balkans (Deadline: 26 August)

Target group: Journalists, freelance journalists, and journalism students based in the Western Balkans Countries: Western Balkans (specific focus on Skopje, North Macedonia) Short Description: This training program aims to enhance the skills of journalists in the Western Balkans to cover climate and energy issues effectively. It includes expert-led workshops, networking opportunities, and discussions on various

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CfA: EU TACSO 3 Strategic Mentoring Support 2024 (Deadline: 30 August)

Target group: CSOs and CSO networks receiving regional/multi-country EU Civil Society and Media Facility (CSF) grants Countries: Western Balkans and Türkiye Short Description: Strategic mentoring offers in-depth, pragmatic support to CSOs to address organizational challenges and improve performance. It involves up to 14 days of expert time over up to 6 months, focusing on areas

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CfA: World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP) (Deadline: 30 September)

Target group: International candidates with a postgraduate degree and relevant professional experience in international development Countries: Open to international applicants Short Description: A prestigious two-year leadership development program focused on preparing future leaders for roles at the World Bank, IFC, and MIGA. The program includes training in Washington, D.C., global rotations, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

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CfA: Leadership Accelerator Grow2Gather (Deadline: 5 August)

Target group: Experienced leaders in civil society, aspiring youth activists Countries: Eastern Europe, South Caucasus, Central Asia Short Description: The Prague Civil Society Centre invites leaders and youth activists from Eastern Europe, the South Caucasus, and Central Asia to apply for a fully-funded three-day gathering. This event focuses on sharing leadership development experiences, learning from

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CfA: Gender, Economics and Politics Summer School (Deadline: 11 August)

Target group: Students aged 18-29 currently enrolled in university programs in economics, political science, law, sociology, or related social sciences. Countries: Open to students from various countries, with a focus on diversity in terms of gender, ethnicity, and geography. Short Description: The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is organizing a five-day summer school focusing on the

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CfA: Youth Leadership Trainings 2.0 (Deadline: 12 August)

Target group: Youth aged 15-29 years Countries: North Macedonia Short Description: The OSCE Mission to Skopje and Center for Intercultural Dialogue Kumanovo (CID Kumanovo) are organizing two Youth Leadership Trainings to enhance leadership skills, civic engagement, and democratic participation. Each training lasts four days and is set in Berovo, North Macedonia. Duration: First training: 19-22

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CfA: 22nd International Youth Conference “European Values for the Future for SEE Region” (Deadline: 10 September)

Target group: Young leaders aged 18-35 from South East Europe (SEE) and selected mentors Countries: North Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro, Italy, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Turkey, Germany, France, Poland. Short Description: The 22nd International Youth Conference will gather 58 young participants from SEE countries and mentors from Germany, France, and

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