BCSDN at the 9th Western Balkans Civil Society Forum in Thessaloniki
On 19-20 October 2023, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) organized the 9th Western Balkans Civil Society Forum in Thessaloniki, just a few weeks…
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News and updates from BCSDN and the region
BCSDN Online Discussion: Defending Civic Space in the Balkans (9 November, Zoom)
Recent threats to civic space in Bosnia and Herzegovina require our urgent attention and actions of support to BiH civil society. The ongoing political crisis…
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BCSDN Hybrid Roundtable Discussion: Defending Civic Space in the Balkans (1 November)
Recent treats to civic space in Bosnia and Herzegovina require our urgent attention and actions of support to BiH civil society. The ongoing political crisis in Bosnia and Herzegovina has led to increased pressures on civil society and media in the country, materializing in controversial laws and regulations that have the potential to undermine the
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BCSDN at the CEV Autumn Volunteering Congress 2023
From 1-3 October 2023, in Dubrovnik, Croatia, CEV hosted the CEV Autumn Volunteering Congress 2023, themed “Collaborative Communities” under the banner of #REACT – Rights…
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BCSDN Urgent Appeal for MONEYVAL’s Response to Republika Srpska’s Draft “Foreign Agents” Law
In a letter to MONEYVAL, we have requested their official response regarding the ongoing discussions about Republika Srpska’s (RS) draft law on the Special Registry…
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BCSDN at Global People’s Assembly of the UN SDG Summit 2024
World leaders from across the globe recently gathered at the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Summit, a crucial milestone in the pursuit of the…
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Policy Paper: AML/CFT Regulations and Implications on CSOs in the Western Balkans and Türkiye
We are happy to present you the latest BCSDN policy paper, shedding light on the complex interplay between Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing…
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What went wrong with the Council for cooperation of the Government with Civil Society in North Macedonia?
The Council for Cooperation of the Government with Civil Society in North Macedonia is an instrumental body for fostering trust and cooperation between the Macedonian…
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BCSDN at CoE First Exchange of Views with Civil Society
On 15 September 2023, in Strasbourg, the Council of Europe Secretary General organized the First Regular Exchange of Views with Civil Society, with representatives from…
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BCSDN at the CIVICUS Monitor Research Partners Workshop 2023
From 23 to 25 August, BCSDN’s Head of Policy and Advocacy, Ms. Anja Bosilkova-Antovska, took part in the annual CIVICUS Monitor research partners workshop. The…
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Furthering the Dialogue with Council of Europe on AML/CFT issues in WBT
Following the letter sent to the Council of Europe where we expressed concerns and reservations over the Report on the regional terrorism financing risk assessment…
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BCSDN Welcomes Re-elected Board Members
BCSDN is glad to announce its newly re-elected Board members, made up of esteemed member representatives: Aida Daguda, Director, CPCD Klotilda Kosta, Director of Programs,…
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