News and updates from BCSDN and the region
BiH journalist Snezana Mitrovic, from N1 television, was attacked by Mr. Milorad Dodik, the President of Republika Srpska, during a press conference. In response, the Media Freedom Rapid Response consortium condemned Dodik’s behavior, urging a public apology and an end to intimidation of media. The consortium highlighted a history of Dodik’s pressure on journalists and
Read more →The Center for Science and Innovation for Development (SCiDEV) provided input during the consultation of the Roadmap on Chapter 23 “Judiciary and fundamental rights” – a strategic document of the Government of Albania responding to the European Commission screening report for Albania – focusing on the section III.G on “Freedom of Expression, Media Freedom, and
Read more →A conference co-organized by the European Commission and the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the EU, held in November explored strategies to strengthen civil society and uphold fundamental rights, responding to civil society’s long-term demands. Discussions highlighted an institutional framework for civil dialogue, EU-wide monitoring, and streamlined funding access, yet concerns arose about a
Read more →The Liberties’ Online Civic Space Report, the first report specifically focusing on the state of the online civic space in the EU, focuses on inadequate protection of fundamental rights online. The report covers developments in 11 EU countries over the past five years, revealing issues such as online smear campaigns, doxxing, and efforts to regulate
Read more →The consultation paper from the Blended Finance Taskforce, with support from the World Bank and the Transparency and Accountability Initiative, advocates for Green Accountability in climate finance. The paper syntheses insights and recommendations from expert interviews, analyses, and consultations with stakeholders. It emphasizes transparency, inclusivity, and representative decision-making throughout the lifecycle of climate finance commitments.
Read more →The sign-on letter, directed to bilateral and multilateral funders and foundations, conveys the strong support of local and community-based organizations from the Majority World (Global South) for the ongoing shift of power and resources towards more locally led approaches. It provides five suggestions to enhance the inclusion of these organizations in international events, emphasizing equal
Read more →Target group: CSOs established in accordance with civil society legislation in Türkiye. Aim: To support social change by bringing together the power of civil society and the potential of local governments in Türkiye. Amount: 10,000 to 150,000 EUR (different LOTs) Duration: less than 4 and more than 12 months within the scope of Lot 1
Read more →Target group: CSOs in the Western Balkans; Local/Regional Entities; Business Associations; Educational Institutions; Media Associations; and Culture/Sports Institutions Aim: To actively involve CSOs in the Western Balkans region, encouraging their participation in regional projects focused on enhancing good neighborly relations, fostering people-to-people connections, and promoting reconciliation. Amount: up to 15,000 EUR Duration: more than 3
Read more →Target group: CSOs in Serbia, BiH, Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo, and Montenegro. Aim: To strengthen the engagement of grassroots and other local CSOs in local-level PAR and citizen engagement in PAR. Amount: up to 14,000 EUR Duration: up to 15 months Deadline: 28 December Link to more information (WEBER)
Read more →Target group: CSOs working on different thematic areas relevant to this Call for Proposals and being established in an IPA III Beneficiary country. Aim: Overall vision of enhanced regional cooperation, good neighbourly relations and reconciliation, to strengthen participatory democracies and the EU approximation process in the Western Balkans and Türkiye. Amount: 700,000.00 – 1,000,000.00 EUR
Read more →Target group: CSOs/ activists worldwide Countries: Worldwide Short Description: Civicus Monitor launches the 6th annual assessment “People Power Under Attack 2023”, which will include new country ratings and data on top violations of civic freedoms at the global and regional levels. The panel will focus on tactics targeting activists, journalists, and NGOs, including intimidation, protester
Read more →Target group: CSO representatives, institutional representatives, journalists, media professionals, students, and young professionals. Countries: North Macedonia Short Description: The annual School of European Policies by Eurothink, focusing on EU integration, is implemented this year under the EU Media project in partnership with ALDA and BIRS, supported by the EU. Themed to the amended new methodology
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