News and updates from BCSDN and the region
Target group: Investigative journalists Countries: Western Balkans and Türkiye Short description: The European Union Investigative Journalism Award is open for entries from professional and freelance investigative journalists from the Western Balkans and Turkey. The award aims to recognize and promote investigative journalism in the region, with a focus on stories that contribute to transparency and
Read more →Target group: Individuals, organizations, and associations interested in the EU Youth Strategy Countries: EU Member States Short description: The European Commission is conducting a public consultation on the interim evaluation of the EU Youth Strategy 2019-2027, which aims to support and empower young people in Europe. The consultation seeks feedback on the implementation of the
Read more →Target group: CSOs, activists, and informal groups interested in learning and sharing knowledge on accountability Countries: Balkans Short description: BCSDN invites CSOs, networks, and activists across the Balkans, to join the Regional Accountability Community of Practice (RACoP) and support our Pledge for joint action and discussions in a safe space where we can commit to
Read more →Target group: CSOs, social enterprises, and for-profit organizations with a social impact that are using technology to address social and environmental challenges. Countries: International (please see the full call for details) Short description: The Google.org Impact Challenge – Tech for Social Good is a competition that recognizes and supports innovative organizations that are using technology
Read more →Target group: CSOs working to support particular groups, such as women, refugees, migrants, minorities, and people with disabilities. Countries: The call is open to CSOs from all countries, with a focus on those operating in Council of Europe member states. Short description: The Council of Europe is inviting NGOs to provide input on the challenges
Read more →Target group: Young professionals in the field of public policy, including policymakers, civil servants, researchers, and CSO representatives. Countries: International with focus on the Balkans and the Black Sea region. Short description: The XXIII Summer Seminar for Young Public Policy Professionals, organized by the European Policy Institute in Bulgaria, is a week-long training program designed
Read more →Target group: Public officials, policymakers, and researchers interested in the field of legislative scrutiny and evaluation. Countries: Global Short description: The Institute of Advanced Legal Studies is offering an Advanced Course on Innovations in Post-Legislative Scrutiny, to be held in London from 25-29 September 2023. The course aims to provide participants with an understanding of
Read more →Target group: CSOs, activists, and informal groups interested in learning and sharing knowledge on accountability Countries: Balkans Short description: BCSDN invites CSOs, networks, and activists across the Balkans, to join the Regional Accountability Community of Practice (RACoP) and support our Pledge for joint action and discussions in a safe space where we can commit to
Read more →Target group: Graduate and PhD students of law and related disciplines (under the age of 35), undergraduate students, and young professionals Countries: Southeast Europe, Europe, and the US. Short description: The International Summer School Sarajevo 2023 aims to empower future decision-makers to establish the rule of law and human rights system in transitional countries. The
Read more →Target group: Activists, NGOs, and CSOs Countries: International/EU Short description: Civil Liberties Union for Europe (Liberties) is inviting applications for its Summer Campaign Accelerator 2023. The program aims to support activists, NGOs, and CSOs in developing innovative and effective advocacy campaigns that promote human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Selected participants will receive
Read more →Target group: CSOs, activists, and informal groups interested in learning and sharing knowledge on accountability Countries: Balkans Short description: BCSDN invites CSOs, networks, and activists across the Balkans, to join the Regional Accountability Community of Practice (RACoP) and support our Pledge for joint action and discussions in a safe space where we can commit to
Read more →Target group: Individuals interested in the field of philanthropy and philanthropic action in Bosnia and Herzegovina Countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina Short description: The Network for Building Peace is researching philanthropy and philanthropic action in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and they invite all interested individuals to contribute to this important study. The research will aim to explore
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