News and updates from BCSDN and the region
Target group: Early-career scholars and practitioners in the fields of law, political sciences, social sciences, philosophy, and related disciplines, focusing on issues related to democracy and/or the rule of law in Europe. Countries: Residents of the European Union, non-EU EEA countries, EU candidate countries, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom Short Description: The re:constitution programme aims
Read more →Target group: CSOs engaged in investigative journalism, journalists, researchers Countries: North Macedonia Short Description: Transparency International – Macedonia invites CSOs, journalists, and researchers to develop investigative stories on anti-corruption and rule of law topics. The competition, funded by the EU and Switzerland, seeks proposals related to the National Integrity System analysis. Duration: Competition open until
Read more →Target group: European foundations actively supporting the social, green, and digital transitions, as well as art and cultural funders seeking collaboration and innovation. Countries: European countries Short Description: The “European Philanthropy for a Just Triple Transition” event gathers European foundations and funders to discuss support for social, green, and digital transitions. It fosters collaboration and
Read more →Target group: Montenegrin students, future young representatives in executive and legislative authorities, young leaders of political parties, and young civil society members in Montenegro. Countries: Montenegro Short Description: CEDEM’s School of Gender Equality, part of the “Women and Men – Partners in Equality” project, invites Montenegrin students, young political leaders, and civil society members to
Read more →Target group: Undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. students in law and related disciplines under the age of 30. Countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina Short Description: The Third School of Transitional Justice in Bosnia and Herzegovina, organized by the Association “PRAVNIK” and UNDP, supported by the European Union, empowers young leaders in law and related disciplines. This program
Read more →Target group: Individuals residing in North Macedonia, Kosovo, or Serbia, aged 21 and above. Countries: North Macedonia, Kosovo or Serbia Short Description: The program aims to equip participants with skills to recognize and address political and social challenges in their communities actively. It encourages self-reflection, critical questioning, and the exchange of experiences, fostering a collective
Read more →Target group: Journalists from Central and South-Eastern Europe as well as the central European countries of the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia. Countries: Central and South-Eastern Europe, and European countries of the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia. Short Description: BIRN is inviting applications for its annual Fellowship for Journalistic Excellence under the theme
Read more →Target group: Individuals and CSOs actively engaged in defending human rights. Countries: Worldwide Short Description: The 2024 Václav Havel Human Rights Prize, presented by the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, seeks nominations for outstanding civil society action defending human rights globally. The 60,000 EUR prize, including a trophy and diploma, will be awarded
Read more →Target group: Young leaders from Croatia, North Macedonia, and Serbia Countries: Croatia, North Macedonia, and Serbia Short Description: The program supports youth in shaping public policy, focusing on the Green Agenda. Thirty selected participants, aged 18-30, will gain knowledge, skills, and a network to advocate for green policies. The school emphasizes diversity and aims to
Read more →Target group: Volunteer or paid project officers, project managers, or similar roles in international youth organizations or networks with Council of Europe grants or intending to apply in the future. Countries: Country signatory of the European Cultural Convention Short Description: The course aims to enhance project management skills for individuals working in international youth organizations.
Read more →Target group: Young journalists Countries: North Macedonia Short Description: PINA Youth Journalists Programme seeks young journalists interested in media and journalism, focusing on good governance. Supported by the National Endowment for Democracy, the program offers informal education, mentoring, and paid practical work, emphasizing high ethical standards. Duration: N/A Link to more information (PINA)
Read more →Target group: Civil servants working in the administrations of the National Parliaments in the WB6 Countries: WB6 Short Description: To contribute to EU integration-driven reforms in the Western Balkans Parliament’s administrations. The program seeks to achieve this by building the capacities of individuals working as agents of change in the public sector. These align with
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