In this second blog, we’ll look at 10 different ways UK-based NGOs can stand in solidarity with those impacted, both here in the UK and overseas, and even take preventive action to anticipate and mitigate threats to civic space.
This blog, the first in a two-part series, will look at what is happening to civic space and how its impacting international development. In the second part we will look what international NGOs can do to help strengthen civic space.
Bond has continued to track and analyse changes to civic space in the UK over the last 12 months. We have identified nine new trends which we believe are shaping the environment for civil society in the UK.
Today, Thursday 22 May, Bond, the UK network for civil society organisations working in international development, has released its UK…
What can we learn from other countries to support an enabling environment for civil society in the UK and elsewhere? James Kearney and Rowan Popplewell tell us more.
These recommendations provide a transformative vision for the FCDO’s future. They are characterised by transparency, inclusivity, and a renewed commitment to fostering positive, equitable change.
This year was heralded as the year of elections. But after years of democratic backsliding and increasing restrictions on civil society, human rights and the rule of law, it was also a test. So how did it go and what does it mean for democracy, human rights and civic space?
At least 196 land and environmental defenders were murdered in 2023, with over 1500 reported violations against human rights defenders. It is imperative the new government steps up to protect them. Ben Leather of PBI UK tells us more.
Countries representing half the world’s population are holding elections this year. As we approach the midpoint of the “super year of elections” and look back at some that have already taken place, we are reminded that meaningful democratic outcomes cannot be taken for granted.
