Updates

Find out what actions CSO Meter Hub members are undertaking in 2024-25 to advocate for legislative changes.

New rules on lobbying establish more transparent requirements for lobbyists. Still, increased control and the possibility of pressure from authorities could create risks for civil society organisations.

From EU accession, through conflict and elections – what trends are affecting civic space in the region?

Following the adoption of the ‘Mobilisation Law’, the new Order No. 160 allows CSOs funded by international donors to continue their critical humanitarian projects.

The Draft Law creates conditions for active public participation and ensures their interests are considered during the decision-making process.

The law does not distinguish between commercial lobbying activities and citizen participation.

What is the state of civil society environment and digital rights in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine?

Unless CSOs register in the Transparency Register, a new Draft Law would prevent CSO advocacy and engagement with decision-makers.

Bringing together organisations and activists to share a vision for a better future of the civil society environment in the Eastern Partnership region.

The 2022 Regional Report highlights the trends and changes in the civil society environment in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine.

Civil society heavily criticised the draft law, noting that it lacks a solid basis.

This short explainer captures the main findings, trends and priorities identified by CSO Meter partners in 2021, providing a summary of the problematic issues, describing relevant developments and offering recommendations on reform priorities.