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Protests and Assemblies

ECNL co-organizes the first regional conference on Freedom of Assembly

The event will explore opportunities and strengths related to the legal and practical aspects of the enforcement of the freedom of assembly in South-East Europe.

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European policies

ECNL contributes to development of EU Country Roadmaps

ECNL Director delivered a session about the enabling environment which is a key component of the roadmaps, and in an interview highlighted key aspects of enabling environment and main challenges.

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UN Standards

Shrinking space for civil society – Addressing the implementation gap

Side event organised at the 26th session of the Human Rights Council (HRC).

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Action for Civic Space

Invitation to participate in the sixth annual meeting of the EaP Civil Society Forum

Submit your expression of interest by June 8, 2014.

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European policies

EU Council confirms human rights based approach in development cooperation

On May 19, the EU Council adopted conclusions on a rights-based approach to development cooperation.

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Monitoring Civic Spaces

Presentation of First Report of Monitoring Matrix on Enabling Environment

The report contains key findings generated from the country reports which monitored the legal framework and practical implementation of the policies and laws under the Matrix.

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Action for Civic Space

Interview with ECNL’s Executive Director for Urduga.hr

The interview looks at how a new draft law may affect the Croatian nonprofit sector and its operations.

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Action for Civic Space

International NGO Summer School 2-5 September 2014, Arkutino, Bulgariaria

The summer school is intended for people working in NGOs and young people interested to acquire practical information and skills regarding the operation of NGOs.

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Action for Civic Space

ICNL and ECNL Announce TEDxLiberdade: The Power of Together

Our TEDx event on the power of civil society.

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