The overall goal of Matra is the development of plural democracy, grounded in the rule of law, with room for dialogue between the government and civil society; building capacity and strengthening the institutions of civil society and government, and strengthening bilateral relations.
Under the auspices of MATRA framework the Embassy of the Netherlands in Belgrade supports activities of civil society organisations, government institutions, and non-profit educational institutions in Serbia and Montenegro that promote transformation process in the following areas:
- Legislation and justice
- Public administration/ public order/ police
- Human rights and the integration of minorities
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Portal Juzne vesti covers news from the cities of Leskovac, Nis, Pirot, Prokuplje, and Vranje.
Truth-O-Meter allows citizens to assess public officials’ accountability based on what they are saying and promising to their constituents, how much are they consistent in their work and how do they actually perform.
IJAS was established in 1994. Its mission is to protect the rights of journalists and other media professionals in Serbia, improve professional standards and promote ethically responsible journalism through powerful and proactive public actions.
SCF focuses its activities on advancement of journalism through rewarding high-quality professional reporting; supporting and strengthening of local media throughout Serbia and support for educational programs for young and future journalists.
Project activities of the organisation are focused on: increasing the professional capacities in the media sector; monitoring and analysis of media content; education of the various target groups about media literacy and advocacy that will contribute to the democratization and development of civil society.
In the focus of the BCSP’s interest are policies aimed at the improvement of human, national, regional, European, and global security.
With its competent staff and extensive experience, Media Center offers a place for successful presentations, promotions, and campaigns.
In its work, MRCN stands for freedom of speech and thought; promotion of the rights of minorities; tolerance of different groups in society; promoting the values of an open and democratic society; promoting the values of the European Union in Serbia, including support for the translation of legal documents of the EU and their compliance with local regulations.
SHARE Foundation is dedicated to protecting the rights of citizens and promoting positive values of openness, decentralisation, and exchange of knowledge, information, and technology.