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CfA: Data Journalism Skills, Tools, and Trends workshop (Happening: 20 April, 2023)

Target group: Journalists, media professionals, data enthusiasts Countries: Global Short description: The International Journalism Festival is offering a panel discussion on “Data Journalism: Skills, Tools, and Trends” for journalists, media professionals, and data enthusiasts. The session will cover the evolution of data journalism and explore new tools, technologies, and trends in data journalism. The speakers

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CfA: European Civic Academy 2023 (Deadline: May 1, 2023)

Target group: European civil society organizations, activists, and changemakers Countries: Europe Short description: The European Civic Academy is a learning and networking program that brings together activists, organizers, and changemakers from across Europe to strengthen civil society and promote social change. The program offers a series of workshops, seminars, and training sessions on topics such

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CfA: Philanthropy & Education Forum 2023 (Deadline: 1 October 2023)

Target group: Philanthropy and education professionals Countries: International Short description: The Philanthropy & Education Forum 2023 is a global platform for philanthropy and education professionals to come together, share their expertise, and discuss innovative ways to address challenges in the field. The forum will include keynote speeches, interactive sessions, and workshops on various topics related

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BCSDN To Host Workshop and Advocacy Event in Brussels

On 1-3 March, BCSDN is organizing a workshop and advocacy event in Brussels. The first meeting, co-organized and hosted by the EU DG Near, will brief the EC representatives about the civil society state of play in the Western Balkans and Türkiye and discuss with leading CSOs from the region how the EU could support

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WFD Report: How (Not) to Engage with Authoritarian States?

The Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) has published a report on how to engage with authoritarian states. The report suggests that traditional approaches to promoting democracy and human rights have proven ineffective in countries where authoritarian regimes are in power. It recommends new approaches focusing on strengthening civil society, promoting human rights, and supporting democratic

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Why are Rightwing MEPs Now Going After NGOs?

The article published on the EU Observer discusses the ongoing democratic backsliding in Hungary and Poland, and how the EU should respond to this situation, arguing that the Union must take a more proactive approach to defend democratic values within its member states, instead of simply resorting to sanctions or financial penalties. It suggests that

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When Human Rights go Backwards: Four Lessons

The article titled “When human rights go backwards: lessons for the 21st century” discusses how, despite progress in the 20th century, human rights have recently faced setbacks around the world. It argues that these regressions are often a result of the rise of authoritarianism and the disregard for human rights principles. The article also highlights

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EPI Quarterly Brief: Rule of Law in View of EU Accession

The European Policy Institute (EPI) published brief summarises the key developments in relation to rule of law in view of EU accession in North Macedonia for the period October – December 2022. It includes monitoring the fundamentals of EU accession, including key developments in the functioning of democratic institutions, public administration reform, and Chapter 23: judiciary

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Anti-Money Laundering: A Risk-Based Approach to Regulating NPOs

The article “Anti-Money Laundering: A Risk-Based Approach to Regulating NPOs”, discusses the risks of money laundering in NPOs and the importance of implementing a risk-based approach to prevent it. It emphasizes the need for regulators to recognize the diversity of NPOs and their potential risks, rather than simply assuming that all NPOs pose a high

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