The call aims to empower civil society organisations (CSOs) in Kosovo* to promote and protect human rights in the digital age, ensuring inclusive and equitable digital transformation.
Specific Goals:
- Use technology to monitor/report human rights violations and improve public service delivery.
- Foster innovative approaches for decision-making, accountability, and transparency.
- Strengthen partnerships between governments, CSOs, and tech companies.
Priorities:
- Build digital skills and resilience for safe participation in online democratic spaces.
- Inform policy decisions and enhance public service monitoring.
- Develop platforms for citizen engagement and feedback on public services.
- Advocate for policies supporting digital tools in human rights efforts.
- Promote cooperation to share best practices in using technology for rights monitoring.
Context:
This call aligns with Kosovo’s Digital Agenda 2030 and the EU’s Action Plan for Democracy and Human Rights, emphasising gender equality, digital inclusion, and protection against digital harms.
Focus Areas:
- Digital literacy and access for women and girls.
- Combating online gender-based violence.
- Bridging the digital divide to empower underrepresented groups.
This initiative underscores the EU’s commitment to leveraging digital transformation to strengthen human rights, democracy, and societal resilience in Kosovo.
Source: EU Funding & Tenders Portal