As global crises shift donor priorities and the U.S. abruptly withdraws funding, watchdog and advocacy organizations across the region face growing uncertainty. A recent study examines key donors, including the EU, Sweden, Switzerland, Norway, Germany, France, and the UK, and how their support affects civil society’s role in the EU accession process. The report finds growing donor divergence, leading to uneven resources and potential fragmentation of the civic landscape. USAID’s exit exposed the risks of overreliance on a single donor, while EU funding remains largely project-based. Sweden, Switzerland, and Norway provide flexible support but face budget constraints. The study emphasizes that civil society sustainability requires stronger citizen bases and collective infrastructure. Read more here.
Source: BCSDN
