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Bond International Development Awards 2020

Applications are now open for our annual International Development Awards. This year there are six categories, including our new Small NGO Impact Award. We've also simplified the application process. 

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‌Bond connects, strengthens and champions a dynamic network of civil society organisations to eradicate global poverty, inequality and injustice.
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UK Civil Society Strategy one year on: actions speak louder than words

15 August 2019
In order to realise the Civil Society strategy, the new government needs to produce a plan as to how it will be achieved.
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Shifting our fundraising paradigm from the outside in

13 August 2019
It’s time to examine our funding paradigms and transform the way NGOs fund their missions.
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Listen to children and young people in policy making

12 August 2019
Children and young people have the right to participate in policy decisions that effect them. How can we facilitate this?

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Good safeguarding practice

Next date
9 September 2019 3
available spaces
This course will equip you to develop a robust approach to safeguarding in your organisation, including recommended policies, appropriate reporting and response procedures and improved ability to meet statutory and donor requirements.
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9 September 2019 (3)
25 November 2019 (17)
16 March 2020 (18)
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Developing an advocacy strategy

Next date
24 September 2019 9
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This course showcases the role that effective advocacy and campaigns can play in influencing change. It will take you through the process of developing an advocacy strategy and how to make choices about the appropriate approach for your organisation.
Upcoming dates
24 September 2019 (9)
14 January 2020 (17)
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DFID proposal writing: preparing a high-scoring DFID application

Next date
2 October 2019 16
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This practical course equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to write a strong funding proposal that fully meets DFID’s priorities and requirements.
Upcoming dates
2 October 2019 (16)
5 February 2020 (18)

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The UK’s global contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals

The Bond network highlights crucial gaps where attention and investment are most needed to achieve the SDGs internationally.
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