Democracy and fundamental rights
The EU is a community of shared values and laws. Democracy, equality, justice… and respect for fundamental rights and freedoms are the cornerstones of the EU project. The same values and conditions apply to aspiring EU members.
That’s why the EU supports its Western Balkan partners in implementing reforms to strengthen and improve their democratic institutions and justice systems. This goes hand-in-hand with support for civil society, independent media and protecting human rights.
Opportunities
Strengthening Regional Collaboration to Combat Disinformation
The Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL) offers a key opportunity for Western Balkans organisations to join the "Accelerating the best use of technologies" call (DIGITAL-2024-BESTUSE-TECH-07). This initiative supports SMEs in enhancing media literacy, monitoring online platforms, and analysing disinformation campaigns as part of the European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO). With a submission deadline of 21 November 2024, selected participants will contribute to fact-checking, producing analytical reports, and conducting communication campaigns aimed at increasing societal resilience and public awareness. Participating organisations will engage in detecting and exposing disinformation, supporting research, and monitoring the implementation of the Code of Practice on Disinformation. They will also implement comprehensive communication strategies using traditional and digital media channels. This call is a vital opportunity for regional collaboration to strengthen the digital media landscape in the Western Balkans and beyond.
Funding opportunities
Civil society organisations
21/11/2024
Main programmes and initiatives
Find out everything you want to know about EU programmes and initiatives in the field of democracy and fundamental rights.
Publications
This fact sheet provides information on the EU support to Roma integration in the Western Balkans
Factsheets | Published in: 2024
This fact sheet provides information on the EU support to Roma integration in the Western Balkans
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EU Support to Civil Society
Factsheets | Published in: 2024
Factsheet EU Support to Civil Society in the Western Balkans and Türkiye