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- 1International NGOs conference tackles climate, women's rights, social rights▼Climate risks, violence against women, social rights on the agenda of the international NGOs conference
An international NGOs conference is taking place with climate risks, violence against women and social rights on its agenda. The gathering brings together civil society organisations to discuss pressing global challenges, from the impact of climate change to protecting women from violence and defending social rights. The Council of Europe's conference of international non-governmental organisations is hosting the discussions.
- 2Sudan Stability Programme opens call for expressions of interest▼Sudan Stability Programme (SSP): Call for Expressions of Interest
The Sudan Stability Programme (SSP) has issued a call for expressions of interest, inviting organisations to submit applications for participation in the initiative. The programme, aimed at supporting stability in Sudan, is publicised through funding platforms that track opportunities for non-governmental organisations. Details on funding amounts, eligibility criteria and deadlines are expected through the formal call documents. The announcement comes as international partners continue efforts to back stability initiatives in Sudan.
- 3NGOs praise Mozambique for adopting 284 UN rights recommendations●NGOs praise Mozambican government for adopting 284 UPR recommendations
Human rights organisations have commended the Mozambican government for accepting 284 recommendations issued through the UN Universal Periodic Review, the human rights peer-review mechanism. The move is being read as a significant commitment by Maputo to improve its human rights record, though observers note that implementing such a large set of pledges will be the real test.
- 4Environmental NGOs increasingly funded by activist billionaires, critic warns●Viewpoint: Activist environmental NGOs are turning from public funding to activist billionaires to support their campaigns. It won’t end well.
A commentary argues that environmental NGOs are shifting their funding base away from public grants and toward wealthy activist billionaires to finance their campaigns. The author contends this dependence on a small set of rich donors risks undermining the groups' legitimacy and accountability, warning that the arrangement will ultimately damage both the organisations and the environmental causes they champion.