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Leaders Network for Environmental Activists and Defenders (LEAD) for effective climate action
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Introducing LEAD, a new space to advance the protection of environmental human rights defenders, and strengthen their participation in multilateral climate discussions.
New assessment outlines steps to increase financial sustainability of Moldovan civil society
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The analysis aims to support a more enabling environment for fundraising by identifying ways to increase the opportunities for Moldovan CSOs to access domestic funding sources.
Towards an AI Act that serves people and society
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ECNL report, commissioned by the European AI & Society Fund, identifies strategic priorities for civil society and funders on the implementation and enforcement of the EU AI Act.
AI for public participation: hope or hype?
Can AI tools and platforms make public engagement truly meaningful and inclusive?
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Citizens’ Assemblies: participatory democracy in action
A case study on participation models that bring together diverse groups of people to develop carefully considered solutions to even the most complex social issues.
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Joint civil society statement on transparency of risk assessments under the Digital Services Act
What do we expect to see in large online platforms’ first risk assessments under the DSA to ensure the protection of fundamental rights?
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UK to regulate artificial intelligence
What can the UK learn from the EU AI Act and the Council of Europe Framework Convention on AI?
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Leaders Network for Environmental Activists and Defenders (LEAD) for effective climate action
Introducing LEAD, a new space to advance the protection of environmental human rights defenders, and strengthen their participation in multilateral climate discussions.
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New assessment outlines steps to increase financial sustainability of Moldovan civil society
The analysis aims to support a more enabling environment for fundraising by identifying ways to increase the opportunities for Moldovan CSOs to access domestic funding sources.
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Participatory budgeting: A tool to build trust in institutions and consider the needs of communities
As the EU is working on the next Multiannual Financial Framework, there is momentum to enhance democratic processes and trust in EU institutions.
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Taking action against biometric surveillance: Civil society tactics and strategies
This ECNL report introduces six strategies for pushing back against biometric surveillance practices from a civil society perspective.
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Georgia: What does the Implementing Regulation of the Law on Transparency of Foreign Influence bring?
Briefers by ICNL and ECNL on how the law will be enforced and what the key provisions are for CSOs and media.
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