The European Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ECNL) in partnership with DAFNE and the EFC, has released a handbook "How to Use EU Law to Protect Civic Space", providing practical guidance for CSOs to advocate and litigate using EU law to protect their rights and civic space in the EU. But what happens when CSOs themselves become the actual targets and victims and their fundamental rights to associate, operate, express views, seek and provide information, receive funding and campaign are … [Read more...] about ECNL launches a Handbook “How to Use EU Law to Protect Civic Space” for CSOs
Civil Society Media is organising Webinar for Charities managing Investments during Covid-19, FREE to Join!!!
Civil Society Media will hold a webinar on 6 May, 2020 at 11am, for charities managing investments during the Covid-19 pandemic. As charities continue to struggle with the widespread financial implications of the Covid-19 crisis, finance teams and investment managers are under increased pressure to help their organisations navigate the crisis. The webinar will look at questions regarding investment strategy and what asset classes are offering new opportunities. This webinar will be led by … [Read more...] about Civil Society Media is organising Webinar for Charities managing Investments during Covid-19, FREE to Join!!!
Technology Giant Google grants €1m to help Irish Charities fight novel Coronavirus
In its new fundraising effort, Google's philanthropic arm is to donate €1m to Irish charities to help them deal with the fallout from Covid-19. Google.org will split the money, with half going immediately to organisations like FoodCloud, ALONE, A Lust for Life and the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre who are directly dealing with specific aspects of the crisis. Head of Google in Ireland, Nick Leeder said, "In times of crisis Google’s key focus is providing people with timely and accurate information … [Read more...] about Technology Giant Google grants €1m to help Irish Charities fight novel Coronavirus
CSOs in Asia and Pacific to join on future Food Security
Civil society organizations and private sector to join regional governments in deliberations on future food security for Asia and the Pacific. Civil society organizations (CSO) from Asia and the Pacific have participated in a two-day meeting in Bangkok, Thailand in preparation for their participation in a major multilateral conference aimed at charting a course for the region’s food security and rural prosperity. The CSO participation in FAO’s 35th Regional Conference for Asia and the … [Read more...] about CSOs in Asia and Pacific to join on future Food Security
Nominate outstanding Heroes for 2020 Champions of the Earth Award whose actions lead Positive Impact on Planet
The UN’s highest environmental honour, "2020 Champions of the Earth award" has been opened to recognize the contribution of outstanding leaders from government, civil society and the private sector whose actions have had a positive impact on the environment. Every year, individuals, groups and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the protection and restoration of the environment are recognized in four categories: Policy leadership Inspiration and action … [Read more...] about Nominate outstanding Heroes for 2020 Champions of the Earth Award whose actions lead Positive Impact on Planet
Namibia Institute for Democracy conducts Civil Society Support Program for local NGOs
The Namibia Institute for Democracy (NID), in partnership with US Embassy Namibia, conducted a Civil Society Support Program (CSSP) for local non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The intervention targeted 20 Namibian NGOs that struggle with funding and need institutional as well as technical support. The program further aims to strengthen Civil Society Organizations' (CSOs') interaction with the government on all levels. Project Coordinator for the Namibia Institute for Democracy, … [Read more...] about Namibia Institute for Democracy conducts Civil Society Support Program for local NGOs
USAID announces additional $441 Million in assistance to Indo-Pacific Region
USAID has announced an additional $441 million to expand partnerships with governments, civil society, and the private sector in countries in the Indo-Pacific region in support of activities in energy, infrastructure, digital connectivity, trade, and other economic activities. These new programs support the U.S. Government's Indo-Pacific Strategy, the goals of which are to create a region that is peaceful and secure, and in which countries are sovereign; to promote economic growth led by the … [Read more...] about USAID announces additional $441 Million in assistance to Indo-Pacific Region
EU contributes EUR 2.2 Million to support CSOs in Sierra Leone
The EU has made a total contribution of 22 Billion Leones (EUR 2.2 Million) for four projects to support Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in 11 districts across Sierra Leone. Support to civil society remains one of the priorities of the European Union, globally as well as here in Sierra Leone. These four projects will support capacities and contributions of CSOs in the governance and development processes in Sierra Leone. Focus areas of the four selected projects include working towards … [Read more...] about EU contributes EUR 2.2 Million to support CSOs in Sierra Leone
Small Grants announced to support Civil Society Advocacy and Accountability
Management Sciences for Health (MSH), the Global Financing Facility (GFF), and the Partnership for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (PMNCH) have announced the recipients of the first round of funding from the Small Grants Mechanism to support civil society engagement, alignment, and coordinated action for improved women’s, children’s, and adolescents’ health (WCAH), particularly in relation to the GFF. Civil society organizations (CSOs) significantly contribute to improved health outcomes … [Read more...] about Small Grants announced to support Civil Society Advocacy and Accountability
New Funding Package to enhance efforts in North East Nigeria
Commissioner for International Cooperation and Development, Neven Mimica signed a new €50 million package in the margins of the 7th Tokyo International Conference on Africa Development (TICAD) to enhance efforts in North East Nigeria. On the occasion, Commissioner Mimica said, "The agreement signed increases our bilateral cooperation with Nigeria by €50 million, bringing the total EU support to the country to €562 million for 2014-2020. This additional support will be focused on the North … [Read more...] about New Funding Package to enhance efforts in North East Nigeria
