Authored by ECNL's Luben Panov, the blog emphasizes the significance of safeguarding civic space within the Open Government Partnership (OGP), as it is crucial for democratic governance and OGP's own core principles. It outlines the most common challenges CSOs face, from digital threats to governments using anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing or transparency arguments to restrict civil society, which are all also visible in OGP member countries. OGP's new strategy indicates OGP's commitment to protecting and advancing civic space to empower citizens and promote transparent and accountable governance.
Read the blogpost and join the conversation about open, inclusive and accountable institutions on Open Government Partnership's website now!