ATRC

The Advocacy Training & Resource Center- ATRC is a Kosovar non-for-profit organization that works to increase citizen and civil society participation in decision-making, as a prerequisite for a developed democratic society and regional stability. ATRC works with representatives of CSOs, civic initiatives, public administration, political institutions and media regardless of religion, political affiliation, ethnicity, age, gender, capability and sexual orientation. ATRC trains and assists non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Kosovo to professionalize their work, articulate their demands and press government structures for change. ATRC accomplishes its goals through four main programs, such as: grant administration program, advocacy program, capacity-building program, and information exchange and networking.

Website: http://advocacy-center.org

BIRN

BIRN Kosovo mission is to provide momentum to democratic transition in Kosovo by promoting accountability, rule of law and policy reform. In particular, it aims at serving as watchdog for the public institutions, through closely monitoring the work of the governing and public institutions and supporting their reforms and their path towards meeting EU membership criteria and standards. In addition, through production of quality and impartial TV debates, publication of hard hitting investigative analysis and training of youth and civil society organizations, BIRN fosters a debate culture that energizes democratic participation and helps Kosovo shape its future through active citizenry. After starting with fewer than five staff members, BIRN Kosovo has since evolved into a comprehensive media organization, employing journalists and editorial, administrative and technical staff in the production of high-quality investigative and analytical reporting. BIRN Kosovo now fields a team of around 71 full-time professionals as well as 19 local and international contributors that work in the development and implementation of on-going programs. BIRN has an operational/organizational manual that includes financial management, administrative procedures, public procurement, human resources, anti-corruption policy, code of conduct, whistleblowing mechanism. BIRN proposes to widen the knowledge on the general subject of radicalization by inquiring increased knowledge and updated information related to radicalism and prevention efforts on violent extremism including early identification of individuals with such inclinations. In addition, it expects to further improve its capacities in providing tailor-made trainings and support to institutions and target population groups in the field.

Website: http://advocacy-center.org/

Democracy Plus

D+ mission is geared towards the development of a democratic society through impacting decision-making and strengthening the participation of citizens in public policymaking and implementation. D+ has compiled and approved all necessary documents putting in place measuring its operational capacities, including regulations on finances, administration, procurement, human resources, financial reporting etc. D+ continuously measures its operational needs on regular basis so that it can swiftly identify needs and take measures for improvement and growth of the organisation. D+ has a strategy which it follows closely and all its project, activities and results are aligned with the strategy, aiming to ultimately serve its mission and vision. D+ proposes to widen the knowledge on the general subject of radicalization by inquiring increased knowledge and updated information related to radicalism and prevention efforts on violent extremism including early identification of individuals with radical and violent extremist inclinations.

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