🔴 #Belarus aims to punish anyone who spreads information about #LGBTIQ, gender transition, and childlessness!
The new law attempts to demonise social groups, as well as drastically restrict people's privacy and #FreedomOfExpression.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
The new law attempts to demonise social groups, as well as drastically restrict people's privacy and #FreedomOfExpression.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
Belarus set to punish information on LGBTIQ, childlessness and gender transition
The draft law aims to treat information not accepted by the government as “propaganda” and expands the grounds for restricting freedom of expression and the right to privacy.
csometer.info
September 10, 2025 at 7:59 AM
🔴 #Belarus aims to punish anyone who spreads information about #LGBTIQ, gender transition, and childlessness!
The new law attempts to demonise social groups, as well as drastically restrict people's privacy and #FreedomOfExpression.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
The new law attempts to demonise social groups, as well as drastically restrict people's privacy and #FreedomOfExpression.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
🔴 The new Law on Public Events in #Moldova 🇲🇩 still contains risks for #FreedomOfAssembly
Read the details in the #CSOMeter update:
Read the details in the #CSOMeter update:
Moldova: New draft Law on Public Events could curb freedom of peaceful assembly
The draft Law on Public Events is intended to complement the Law on Public Assemblies, but it is poorly substantiated and could create confusion.
csometer.info
August 19, 2025 at 7:59 AM
🔴 The new Law on Public Events in #Moldova 🇲🇩 still contains risks for #FreedomOfAssembly
Read the details in the #CSOMeter update:
Read the details in the #CSOMeter update:
🔴 People in #Ukraine mobilised to protest a controversial law undermining the independence of anti-corruption institutions.
Read the details in the new #CSOMeter update via ISAR Ednannia:
Read the details in the new #CSOMeter update via ISAR Ednannia:
Ukraine: With public pressure mounting, President promises to change controversial law undermining anti-corruption institutions
A law which would set back Ukraine’s democratic progress sparked protests and large international criticism.
csometer.info
July 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
🟢 Great new initiative from #Moldova 🇲🇩 !
A draft #volunteering law promises to clarify current uncertainties and create a stronger framework to leverage the full potential of volunteer work.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update via :
A draft #volunteering law promises to clarify current uncertainties and create a stronger framework to leverage the full potential of volunteer work.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update via :
Moldova: New Law on Volunteering promises greater recognition and support for civic engagement
The new law, passed in first reading by Parliament, introduces long-awaited reforms to regulate, recognise and support voluntary activities.
csometer.info
July 23, 2025 at 1:33 PM
🟢 Great new initiative from #Moldova 🇲🇩 !
A draft #volunteering law promises to clarify current uncertainties and create a stronger framework to leverage the full potential of volunteer work.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update via :
A draft #volunteering law promises to clarify current uncertainties and create a stronger framework to leverage the full potential of volunteer work.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update via :
🤝 New funding channels - including long-term institutional support - have opened up for youth work organisations in #Ukraine.
👇 Find out more in the #CSOMeter update here:
csometer.info/updates/ukra...
👇 Find out more in the #CSOMeter update here:
csometer.info/updates/ukra...
Ukraine: Legal reform opens new funding channels for youth work
New youth policy legislation opens diverse funding channels for youth CSOs and introduces long-term institutional support mechanisms.
csometer.info
July 8, 2025 at 9:15 AM
🤝 New funding channels - including long-term institutional support - have opened up for youth work organisations in #Ukraine.
👇 Find out more in the #CSOMeter update here:
csometer.info/updates/ukra...
👇 Find out more in the #CSOMeter update here:
csometer.info/updates/ukra...
🟢 Good news! The #EUAccession Roadmaps of #Ukraine 🇺🇦 include safeguards for civil society!
The strategic roadmaps were also created with civil society participation.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update via ISAR Ednannia:
The strategic roadmaps were also created with civil society participation.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update via ISAR Ednannia:
Ukraine: New EU Accession roadmaps include safeguards for civil society
The roadmaps lay the groundwork for democratic reforms and were created with civil society participation.
csometer.info
July 3, 2025 at 7:59 AM
🟢 Good news! The #EUAccession Roadmaps of #Ukraine 🇺🇦 include safeguards for civil society!
The strategic roadmaps were also created with civil society participation.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update via ISAR Ednannia:
The strategic roadmaps were also created with civil society participation.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update via ISAR Ednannia:
🚨 #Armenia: Mining company's lawsuit threatens environmental activism!
Recent #SLAPP case sends chilling signal to workers, journos & civil society that speaking up against powerful entities may come with crippling financial consequences.
Read more via #CSOMeter ➡️ csometer.info/updates/arme...
Recent #SLAPP case sends chilling signal to workers, journos & civil society that speaking up against powerful entities may come with crippling financial consequences.
Read more via #CSOMeter ➡️ csometer.info/updates/arme...
June 23, 2025 at 10:02 AM
🚨 #Armenia: Mining company's lawsuit threatens environmental activism!
Recent #SLAPP case sends chilling signal to workers, journos & civil society that speaking up against powerful entities may come with crippling financial consequences.
Read more via #CSOMeter ➡️ csometer.info/updates/arme...
Recent #SLAPP case sends chilling signal to workers, journos & civil society that speaking up against powerful entities may come with crippling financial consequences.
Read more via #CSOMeter ➡️ csometer.info/updates/arme...
Our latest newsletter is out:
💡 When the space closes: 5 resources for civil society on the move,
🚀 New module on #LearningCenterECNL on EU law,
🌍 #CSOMeter Regional Report ,
⚖️ updates from #Hungary, #Armenia & much more!
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💡 When the space closes: 5 resources for civil society on the move,
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💡 When the space closes: 5 resources for civil society on the move,
🚀 New module on #LearningCenterECNL on EU law,
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💡 When the space closes: 5 resources for civil society on the move,
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⚖️ updates from #Hungary, #Armenia & much more!
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📍 The 2024 #CSOMeter Regional Report is here!
💡Civil society continues to drive democratic reforms in #EaP region, even amid increasing restrictions.
🟢 What are the priorities to help civic action in #Aremenia #Azerbaijan #Belarus #Georgia #Moldova #Ukraine?
➡️ csometer.info/updates/civi...
💡Civil society continues to drive democratic reforms in #EaP region, even amid increasing restrictions.
🟢 What are the priorities to help civic action in #Aremenia #Azerbaijan #Belarus #Georgia #Moldova #Ukraine?
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June 12, 2025 at 1:24 PM
📍 The 2024 #CSOMeter Regional Report is here!
💡Civil society continues to drive democratic reforms in #EaP region, even amid increasing restrictions.
🟢 What are the priorities to help civic action in #Aremenia #Azerbaijan #Belarus #Georgia #Moldova #Ukraine?
➡️ csometer.info/updates/civi...
💡Civil society continues to drive democratic reforms in #EaP region, even amid increasing restrictions.
🟢 What are the priorities to help civic action in #Aremenia #Azerbaijan #Belarus #Georgia #Moldova #Ukraine?
➡️ csometer.info/updates/civi...
🚨 #Armenia is to expand biometric #surveillance in public spaces! 🇦🇲
👁️ From August, new law will grant authorities 24/7 access to real-time feeds from #FacialRecognition cameras installed on public buildings.
▶️ Read the details in the latest #CSOMeter update:
csometer.info/updates/arme...
👁️ From August, new law will grant authorities 24/7 access to real-time feeds from #FacialRecognition cameras installed on public buildings.
▶️ Read the details in the latest #CSOMeter update:
csometer.info/updates/arme...
June 11, 2025 at 11:34 AM
🚨 #Armenia is to expand biometric #surveillance in public spaces! 🇦🇲
👁️ From August, new law will grant authorities 24/7 access to real-time feeds from #FacialRecognition cameras installed on public buildings.
▶️ Read the details in the latest #CSOMeter update:
csometer.info/updates/arme...
👁️ From August, new law will grant authorities 24/7 access to real-time feeds from #FacialRecognition cameras installed on public buildings.
▶️ Read the details in the latest #CSOMeter update:
csometer.info/updates/arme...
💡 What should be the next steps to support the civil society environment in #Moldova 🇲🇩 ?
Read the full 2024 CSO Meter country report here: csometer.info/countries/mo...
#CSOMeter #CivicSpace #PublicParticipation #DigitalRights #FreedomOfAssembly
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#CSOMeter #CivicSpace #PublicParticipation #DigitalRights #FreedomOfAssembly
May 2, 2025 at 10:01 AM
💡 What should be the next steps to support the civil society environment in #Moldova 🇲🇩 ?
Read the full 2024 CSO Meter country report here: csometer.info/countries/mo...
#CSOMeter #CivicSpace #PublicParticipation #DigitalRights #FreedomOfAssembly
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#CSOMeter #CivicSpace #PublicParticipation #DigitalRights #FreedomOfAssembly
💡 How can we strengthen and support the civil society environment in #Ukraine 🇺🇦 ?
👉 Swipe for details!
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#CSOMeter #CivicSpace
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April 24, 2025 at 1:33 PM
💡 How can we strengthen and support the civil society environment in #Ukraine 🇺🇦 ?
👉 Swipe for details!
Read the full 2024 CSO Meter country report at: csometer.info/countries/uk...
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🚨 Another alarming development in #Georgia 🇬🇪
Grants from foreign donors might soon require government approval!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
Grants from foreign donors might soon require government approval!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
Georgia: Restrictions on access to funding announced as grants from foreign donors might soon require government approval
If new amendments are passed, Georgian CSOs will only be able to receive foreign funding if it aligns with the GD government's priorities.
csometer.info
April 14, 2025 at 8:30 AM
🚨 Further drastic restrictions on people's rights and freedoms in #Georgia 🇬🇪
Newly adopted laws are a serious attack on #FreedomOfAssociation, #FreedomOfExpression and #FreedomOfAssembly!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
Newly adopted laws are a serious attack on #FreedomOfAssociation, #FreedomOfExpression and #FreedomOfAssembly!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
Georgia: New laws restricting civil society and media risk to further isolate the country
The Georgian Dream party launches a new set of restrictions to limit civil society space, drawing international criticism and threatening EU aspirations.
csometer.info
April 10, 2025 at 7:59 AM
🚨 Further drastic restrictions on people's rights and freedoms in #Georgia 🇬🇪
Newly adopted laws are a serious attack on #FreedomOfAssociation, #FreedomOfExpression and #FreedomOfAssembly!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
Newly adopted laws are a serious attack on #FreedomOfAssociation, #FreedomOfExpression and #FreedomOfAssembly!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
Here's our latest newsletter:
🔍 Responding to #EUCivicSpace challenges: introducing #MACS
💡 Civil society resilience in Eastern Europe: new #CSOMeter reports
🚀 Launching Civic Journalism Coalition
⚖️ updates from #Netherlands, #Slovakia & much more!
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🔍 Responding to #EUCivicSpace challenges: introducing #MACS
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April 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Here's our latest newsletter:
🔍 Responding to #EUCivicSpace challenges: introducing #MACS
💡 Civil society resilience in Eastern Europe: new #CSOMeter reports
🚀 Launching Civic Journalism Coalition
⚖️ updates from #Netherlands, #Slovakia & much more!
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🔍 Responding to #EUCivicSpace challenges: introducing #MACS
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🚀 Launching Civic Journalism Coalition
⚖️ updates from #Netherlands, #Slovakia & much more!
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🔴 In #Moldova 🇲🇩 , opposition proposed a #ForeignAgentLaw!
While the draft is unlikely to pass, it signals the potential stigmatisation of civil society in the upcoming election campaign.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
While the draft is unlikely to pass, it signals the potential stigmatisation of civil society in the upcoming election campaign.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
Moldova: Opposition introduces draft Foreign Agents Law in Parliament
CSOs worry that stigmatisation of civil society can become a campaign topic in the upcoming elections.
csometer.info
April 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🔴 In #Moldova 🇲🇩 , opposition proposed a #ForeignAgentLaw!
While the draft is unlikely to pass, it signals the potential stigmatisation of civil society in the upcoming election campaign.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
While the draft is unlikely to pass, it signals the potential stigmatisation of civil society in the upcoming election campaign.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
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April 2, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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💡 Curious to find out how to best strengthen the civil society environment in #Armenia 🇦🇲 ?
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April 2, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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🔴 #Georgia froze the accounts of foundations supporting protesters! 🇬🇪
The accounts contained crowdfunded donations meant to support protesters fined or injured by the police.
Read the details in the #CSOMeter update: csometer.info/updates/geor...
#FreedomOfAssembly
The accounts contained crowdfunded donations meant to support protesters fined or injured by the police.
Read the details in the #CSOMeter update: csometer.info/updates/geor...
#FreedomOfAssembly
Georgia: Freezing funds for fined activists aims to restrict right to protest
The Georgian Prosecutor's Office froze the accounts of five foundations providing financial support to protest participants. The government continuously undermines people’s freedom of assembly…
csometer.info
March 21, 2025 at 10:20 AM
🔴 #Georgia froze the accounts of foundations supporting protesters! 🇬🇪
The accounts contained crowdfunded donations meant to support protesters fined or injured by the police.
Read the details in the #CSOMeter update: csometer.info/updates/geor...
#FreedomOfAssembly
The accounts contained crowdfunded donations meant to support protesters fined or injured by the police.
Read the details in the #CSOMeter update: csometer.info/updates/geor...
#FreedomOfAssembly
🟢 Great news for the future of #Armenia!
👉 The Parliament adopted a new Law on Youth Policy, strengthening the legal framework for youth #PublicParticipation and cooperation between young people and institutions.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: csometer.info/updates/arme...
👉 The Parliament adopted a new Law on Youth Policy, strengthening the legal framework for youth #PublicParticipation and cooperation between young people and institutions.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: csometer.info/updates/arme...
March 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🟢 Great news for the future of #Armenia!
👉 The Parliament adopted a new Law on Youth Policy, strengthening the legal framework for youth #PublicParticipation and cooperation between young people and institutions.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: csometer.info/updates/arme...
👉 The Parliament adopted a new Law on Youth Policy, strengthening the legal framework for youth #PublicParticipation and cooperation between young people and institutions.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: csometer.info/updates/arme...
🚨 New wave of attacks on people's rights in #Georgia 🇬🇪 !
🔴 Proposed laws infringe on #FreedomOfExpression #FreedomOfAssociation #PublicParticipation and remove the concept of gender from legislation.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
🔴 Proposed laws infringe on #FreedomOfExpression #FreedomOfAssociation #PublicParticipation and remove the concept of gender from legislation.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
Georgia: GD's proposed changes pose a major threat to civil society and media
The Georgian Dream parliament proposes legal changes to suppress independent media, discredit CSOs and exclude them from decision-making processes. The changes also remove the concept of 'gender…
csometer.info
March 11, 2025 at 2:33 PM
🚨 New wave of attacks on people's rights in #Georgia 🇬🇪 !
🔴 Proposed laws infringe on #FreedomOfExpression #FreedomOfAssociation #PublicParticipation and remove the concept of gender from legislation.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
🔴 Proposed laws infringe on #FreedomOfExpression #FreedomOfAssociation #PublicParticipation and remove the concept of gender from legislation.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update:
🟢 Together with civil society, the government of #Moldova 🇲🇩 has launched a review of the framework on transparency and public consultations.
It's an important step for both #transparency and #PublicParticipation!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: buff.ly/ued1GkS
It's an important step for both #transparency and #PublicParticipation!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: buff.ly/ued1GkS
Moldova: Government launches review of legislation on transparent decision-making through new working group
The Government launched a process to amend the legal framework on transparency in decision-making, while CSOs propose a broader legal approach that extends beyond transparency, to ensure meaningful…
buff.ly
March 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🟢 Together with civil society, the government of #Moldova 🇲🇩 has launched a review of the framework on transparency and public consultations.
It's an important step for both #transparency and #PublicParticipation!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: buff.ly/ued1GkS
It's an important step for both #transparency and #PublicParticipation!
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: buff.ly/ued1GkS
🇦🇲 ➡️ 🇪🇺
#Armenia has made an important political declaration in favour of joining the #EuropeanUnion, following a citizens' initiative.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: buff.ly/nUlMy2m
#Armenia has made an important political declaration in favour of joining the #EuropeanUnion, following a citizens' initiative.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: buff.ly/nUlMy2m
March 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🇦🇲 ➡️ 🇪🇺
#Armenia has made an important political declaration in favour of joining the #EuropeanUnion, following a citizens' initiative.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: buff.ly/nUlMy2m
#Armenia has made an important political declaration in favour of joining the #EuropeanUnion, following a citizens' initiative.
Read more in the #CSOMeter update: buff.ly/nUlMy2m
🔎 And check out our blog for 4 concrete actions funders can take to step in and step up for civil society in the region.
#CSOMeter #AccesstoFunding
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#CSOMeter #AccesstoFunding
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Civil society in the Eastern Partnership is Europe's strategic partner: This is how funders can support it
The US funding freeze delivers yet another significant blow to an already fragile civic sector in the EaP region. But the sector is resilient, and funders must stand up and support the causes.
csometer.info
February 27, 2025 at 4:20 PM
🔎 And check out our blog for 4 concrete actions funders can take to step in and step up for civil society in the region.
#CSOMeter #AccesstoFunding
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#CSOMeter #AccesstoFunding
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🔴 Amid mass repression of civil society and political opposition, Sunday's unfree elections in #Belarus were also marked by the blocking of internet and VPN services.
#DigitalRights
Read more in the latest #CSOMeter update: https://buff.ly/3Clud93
#DigitalRights
Read more in the latest #CSOMeter update: https://buff.ly/3Clud93
Belarus: Weekend of unfree elections marked by internet and VPN blocking
Between January 25 and 26, websites hosted inside Belarus were blocked for viewing by foreign visitors, and popular VPNs were blocked for users inside the country.
buff.ly
January 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
🔴 Amid mass repression of civil society and political opposition, Sunday's unfree elections in #Belarus were also marked by the blocking of internet and VPN services.
#DigitalRights
Read more in the latest #CSOMeter update: https://buff.ly/3Clud93
#DigitalRights
Read more in the latest #CSOMeter update: https://buff.ly/3Clud93