Stronger stand for freedom of association in times of crisis
ECNL at the OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting emphasized that even in emergency situations states can and must enable freedom of association in the EaP region.
Ukraine: Recent measures affecting CSO operation during martial law (update on April 30)
Summary of developments that affect civil society environment in Ukraine under the areas of the CSO Meter.
Ukraine: Recent measures to support CSO registration, delivery of humanitarian aid and tax benefits
Summary of the developments affecting the environment in which civil society works, even during martial law (update as of March 25).
Ukraine: Supporting CSO operation during martial law
Overview of recent legal measures to uphold an enabling environment for CSOs.
Ukraine: Extending deadline for CSOs to submit information in relation to CT/AML measures
Despite the extension, fundamental concerns with the existing legistalion remain in place.
Ukraine: The President of Ukraine signed the the National Strategy for Promoting Civil Society Development 2021-2026
This is the third strategic document on creating favorable conditions for the civil society sector since 2012.
Ukraine: innovative online platform for public funding of CSOs is live
The electronic procedure ensures standardised processes and a more transparent, quick and inclusive distribution of public funds.
Ukraine to launch online public funding platform for CSOs
The new, contest-based public funding platform will reduce paperwork, increase transparency and ensure impartial project evaluation.
Ukraine: Improving participation on the local level
The proposed draft amendments on the Law on Local Self-Government offers an opportunity to improve participation and bring legislation in line with European standards.
Ukraine considers public consultations reform
The current draft law clearly defines timelines for holding public consultations as well as the list of issues to be discussed through the consultations.
CSO Meter report presented in Ukraine
The report highlights the lack of reforms and identifies key priorities for authorities to improve the development of civil society in Ukraine.
Friends or foes: Are CSOs receiving foreign funding enemies of Ukraine?
Three draft laws have been introduced in the Ukrainian Parliament which would impose limitations to the work of CSOs.