European Union

Improved Management of Public Resources

The aim of this project is to help improve the use and management of public resources. This is done through a public finance management (PFM) system that promotes transparency, accountability and efficiency.

This is informed by research. There’s also an element of participation from the public. Public debates, investigative journalism and participation from television and radio are incorporated.

The project will indirectly benefit 1,150,000 people.
 

Right to Information

The aim of this project is to promote and protect the right to freedom of expression and access to information. This involves advocating for regulations to guarantee that the Government shares information transparently and accessibly.

The project promotes a culture of openness, with participation from people when influencing policies and practices.

The project will indirectly benefit 1,500,000 people.

Equal access to clean energy

This project aims to ensure people are better informed about their right to energy. It also aims to empower people to push for this right and for fair energy distribution systems and regulations. 

The project will contribute to a greener and more resilient economic transformation to allow people to access clean energy. 

The project will benefit 832,500 people.

Helping horticulture value chains

The overall aim of this project is to unlock the potential of Rwanda’s horticultural and coffee value chains. This ensures the supply of safe and high-quality products to local, regional and international markets. Increased investments will aim to raise productivity, as well as be responsive to climate change and market demand. It involves training and farmers being organised into groups and cooperatives.

This project will indirectly benefit 100,000 people.
 

Beyond the numbers: Making the budget work for the people

The aim of this project is to promote accountability and better public service delivery. This will be done through increased capacity and engagement of people in all stages of Zambia’s national budget. The project will help groups to hold those in power accountable for the development and implementation of the budget.

This project will indirectly benefit everyone in the country.
 

Circular and sustainable textiles and clothing

This project aims to remove barriers to increasing textile circularity in Europe. The aim is to lessen the sector’s environmental impact by developing sustainable, new and inclusive large-scale circular European value chains.

ActZen

Active citizen for people and planet (ActZen) focuses on raising awareness and engaging people on the issues of climate and the environment. People are encouraged to propose solutions to decision makers. It builds awareness and civic debate ahead of the 2024 European Parliament elections, empowering people to make informed decisions.

In the project, there is a focus on young people, climate and feminist activities. It is aimed that more than 2,000 citizens from at least seven countries across Europe will participate in organising activities. 
 

ReCipe

This project focuses on promoting and defending rights online. ReCIPE stands for “Recentering the Civic Internet through Partner Engagement.”

The project will be implemented in 10 countries, which are Vietnam, Cambodia, Occupied Palestinian Territories, El Salvador, Bolivia, Tunisia, Kenya, Senegal, Uganda, and Somalia.

People will be able to participate in digital rights debates over many years. There is a particular focus on women and girls having access and digital literacy to participate in political life and social life.

The combined populations of these countries is approximately 282 million, with 127 million active internet users.