News and updates from BCSDN and the region
The Swedish Institute has launched a new scholarship programme to develop global leaders who will contribute to the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The scholarship is looking for candidates with academic and leadership experience ready to take on a full-time one-year or two-year master’s program starting in the upcoming autumn semester. Read more
Read more →EJA Kosovo is calling for nominations for the 2020 Democracy Award, which will recognise outstanding contribution to the development of democracy in Kosovo. The award is intended to evaluate the contributions of individuals, unregistered initiatives and nongovernmental organisations in various fields, who have contributed to the democratisation of Kosovar society through their work and dedication.
Read more →In accordance with the General Assembly resolution 75/4, a Special Session of the General Assembly in response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic will be held from 3 – 4 December, 2020. In order to participate in the Special Session of the GA in response to the COVID-19, the following categories of relevant entities not
Read more →EU TASCO 3 is calling for CSOs from the Western Balkans and Turkey to apply for their Strategic Mentoring. The programme intends to deliver practical support to regional CSOs using mentors and experts and providing tailored assistance to these organisations. EU TASCO will cover the experts and mentors’ costs of up to 4,000 EUR for
Read more →The European Parliament is offering two opportunities: traineeships in the Secretariat and traineeships with Members of the European Parliament. The traineeships are designed to educate and provide vocational training to young applicants while familiarising participants with the European Parliament’s inner workings. Applications are open to nationals of a Member State of the European Union or
Read more →The Visegrad Fund-support project intends to increase the awareness of democratic processes among the Western Balkan youth and strengthen youth participation in policy-making processes. The project is organised as three meetings, which include various democracy and politics modules. Applications are open to 18-30 years young people from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and North Macedonia. Read
Read more →ABD is collaborating with the Open Government Partnership to offer funding for individuals or teams to develop tools and mechanisms to strengthen the monitoring of COVID 19 related spending. The programme is looking for innovative solutions to guide citizens about monitoring the government budget and is offering 10,000 USD or more for the winning solution.
Read more →The Cross Culture Programme in Germany is offering Fellowships aimed to deepen participants’ expertise and intercultural skills. The programme is designed for people working in policy and society, media and culture, human rights, peace, and sustainable development. Applicants must be between the ages of 23 and 45 with at least two years of professional experience
Read more →The Young SDG Innovators Programme is a ten-month accelerator programme looking for future business leaders and change-makers to collaborate and work towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Applicants must be under 35, an employee at a participating company of the UN Global Compact, and be interested in business model innovation, sustainability, and disruptive technologies. The
Read more →The survey is part of a wider UNDP initiative that sets out to analyse youth digital activism in Europe and Central Asia. The nature of civic engagement is shifting towards non-conventional ways using digital technologies for advocacy, networking, coordination, and amplification of youth voices. The survey aims to understand how the youth use the platforms
Read more →The 5-day training event, organised by Civil Rights Defenders, offers students, recent graduates, and activists an opportunity to gain practical experience in dealing with human rights issues in the Western Balkans. The Human Rights Defenders Academy will take place from 22-28 November in Vršac, Serbia. The organisers cover all costs. Read more here. Source: Civil
Read more →The 13th edition of the Black Sea NGO Forum will be virtually taking place between the 23 and 27 November 2020. The Forum provides a platform to enhance dialogue and cooperation between NGOs based in the Black Sea Region. It aims to strengthen the capacity of NGOs by promoting regional partnerships and projects. Read more
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