Civil Society Post

UN Launches Next Secretary-General Selection Process as Civil Society Calls for More İnclusive Leadership

The United Nations has formally launched the process to select its next Secretary-General, who will take office in 2027. For civil society actors, the process is not only about diplomatic leadership but

Nisan 22, 2026

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Amnesty warns of a “predatory era” as global human rights order comes under pressure

Amnesty International warns that a “predatory, anti-rights order” is taking shape, urging states to defend international law, multilateralism and civil society.

Nisan 22, 2026

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HRW urges Thailand to address shrinking civic space ahead of UN rights review

Human Rights Watch, in its submission to Thailand’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR), raised concerns over restrictions on freedom of expression, arbitrary prosecutions, and pressure on civil society, calling for urgent reforms.

Nisan 8, 2026

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Global civil society mobilizes over Genç LGBTİ+ case in Türkiye

At least 38 international organizations, major human rights networks, and European mechanisms have raised concerns over the dissolution of Genç LGBTİ+ Association and the prosecution of its members, framing the case as

Nisan 8, 2026

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Mongolian media lawyers unite to defend press freedom amid media law reform debate

As Mongolia’s Parliament debates a new draft Law on Media Freedom, the Media Lawyers Network is emerging as a stronger voice for press freedom.

Nisan 7, 2026

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Rotary’s April 2026 Roundup: Disaster Relief, Dignity, and Culture

Rotary International’s April 2026 roundup showcases community-driven action in Mexico, Canada, Latvia, and India: flood response and clean-water support in Poza Rica; a 220-cross remembrance field in Kelowna; a soup kitchen serving

Nisan 5, 2026

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Civil Society Policy Forum: Spring Meetings 2026

The Civil Society Policy Forum (CSPF), held during the WBG-IMF Spring Meetings, will take place in Washington, D.C. on 14–17 April 2026 in a hybrid format. From 201 valid proposals submitted via

Nisan 4, 2026

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Funding Justice: How the World of Civil Society Financing Is Changing

As the global funding ecosystem shifts, civil society organizations are no longer challenged only to design meaningful projects but also to adapt to changing donor expectations. As concepts such as impact, scale,

Nisan 4, 2026

Features / Special Reports

Aid, Advocacy, and Survival: The Difficult Balance Civil Society Faces in Crisis Zones

Civil society organizations working in crisis zones are no longer seen only as providers of humanitarian relief. They are also becoming key actors in documenting abuses, amplifying the voices of vulnerable communities,

Nisan 4, 2026

Features / Special Reports

The Price of Speaking Out: Civil Society Under Pressure

Across many parts of the world, civil society organizations, journalists, human rights defenders, and grassroots movements are facing growing pressure. Legal restrictions, funding barriers, digital threats, and smear campaigns are shrinking civic

Nisan 4, 2026

Features / Special Reports

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