In October, CONCORD launched the annual AidWatch report analysing both the quantity and quality of EU ODA. The report finds that while reported figures are at a record high, 22%...
7 practices for civil society participation in EU decision-making
Over the years, CONCORD together with its civil society partners around the world has produced a number of concrete inputs on civil society participation in EU international...
Talking Development Episode 8: How civil society can keep up with the speed of change – with Rilli Lappalainen
For civil society organisations and NGOs, the speed of change in our external environment can be both exciting and daunting. In this episode, we discuss the nature of those...
EU delegations unwrapped: An practical guide to CSO engagement
Being able to engage with EU Delegations can be crucial for Civil Society Organisations around the world. Yet, one might easily get lost in the institutional maze. CONCORD’s...
Briefing on migration and mobility in EU-Africa pillar of the post-Cotonou agreement
The following policy brief outlines priorities that should be addressed in migration and mobility chapter of the future EU-Africa partnership. It is highlighted that there is...
Briefing on human development and dignity in EU-Africa pillar of the post-Cotonou agreement
Sustainable development cannot only be achieved through a political and economic partnership, as it requires a human-rights based approach through the inclusion of a strong...
NDICI: Views on an essential vote ahead
Ahead of the upcoming vote on amendments to the Multiannual Financial Framework’s (MFF) “Neighborhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument” (NDICI) regulation,...
Joint synthesis report: responses to the stakeholder consultation
Contributing to the European Consensus on Development, CONCORD provided their responses to the Joint Synthesis Report (JSR) on 24 September 2018. The aim of the JSR is to achieve...
EU country roadmaps for engagement with civil society
This briefing paper provides a background to, and the next steps of, the EU country CSO roadmaps, helping you to engage effectively with local EU Delegation. This briefing has...
Recommendations for a more effective and meaningful participation of civil society in the future EU-ACP relations
In the current context of growing criticism and restriction of civil society action in all parts of the world it is essential for the future EU-ACP agreement to defend the space...