Tag: Serbia

Open Society Foundation Serbia

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The Open Society Foundations work to build vibrant and tolerant societies whose governments are accountable and open to the participation of all people.
‘maatschappelijke transformatie’.

The Open Society Foundation Serbia supports a broad range of activities that contribute to the development of a functioning democratic state in Serbia. The foundation supports associations of lawyers and judges to protect the independence of the judiciary.  The organisation also protects important public agencies from government interference by supporting efforts to strengthen the independence and integrity of the freedom of information commissioner, the ombudsman, and the anti-corruption agency.

Web: https://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/

Embassy of the Netherlands to Serbia

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Matra is a major program run by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs through which the Netherlands supports countries of the Southeast Europe with their EU accession prospects. The name Matra derives from the Dutch words for social transformation –
‘maatschappelijke transformatie’.

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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Juzne vesti

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Juzne vesti is the first regional info portal, which raises the level of awareness of the citizens of southern Serbia and understanding of current issues in this part of the Serbia through the collection and dissemination of information, research and analytical journalism.

Portal Juzne vesti covers news from the cities of Leskovac, Nis, Pirot, Prokuplje, and Vranje.

Web: https://www.juznevesti.com/

Istinomer (Truth-O-Meter)

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Istinomer (Truth-o-Meter), launched in 2009, is a fact-checking mechanism for monitoring of local and national politicians’ work from accountability and anti-corruption perspective. It was the first project of such type in the region.

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.

Web: http://www.istinomer.rs/

Independent Journalists’ Association of Serbia

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The Independent Journalists’ Association of Serbia (IJAS) is an independent journalists’ organisation.

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.

IJAS is a member of the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ).

Web: http://www.nuns.rs/

Slavko Curuvija Foundation

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Slavko Curuvija Foundation (SCF) works on promoting and supporting free, independent, and accountable media and the advancement of investigative journalism in Serbia.

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.

Web: http://www.slavkocuruvijafondacija.rs/en/

Novi Sad School of Journalism

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Novi Sad School of Journalism (NSSJ) is a civil society organisation dedicated to the development and professionalisation of the media in Serbia and the region.

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.

Web: http://www.novinarska-skola.org.rs/sr/?lang=en

Belgrade Centre for Security Policy (BCSP)

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Belgrade Centre for Security Policy (BCSP) is an independent think-tank founded in 1997 and dedicated to advancing security of the citizens and society on the basis of democratic principles and respect for human rights.

In the focus of the BCSP’s interest are policies aimed at the improvement of human, national, regional, European, and global security.
BCSP supports consolidation of security sector reform and integration of Western Balkan countries into the Euro Atlantic community through research, analysis and policy recommendations, advocacy, education, publishing, and networking of all relevant actors.

Web: http://www.bezbednost.org/BCSP/2001/Home.shtml

Media and Reform Center Nis

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Founded in 2005, Media and Reform Center Nis (MRCN) takes on the important task – to support the work and visibility of the civil society organisations and media in the region of southern Serbia.

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.

Web: http://mirc.rs/en/