European Network for CIGS

The Development Education and Awareness Raising (DEAR) Programme of the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG-INTPA) of the European Commission launched a new website. This new website has been thoughtfully designed to foster stronger engagement among the DEAR wider community. It offers information about the projects´ results, participating countries, organisations, news, and resources. News and resources will direct you to Capacity4Dev, the EC knowledge sharing platform on development and international partnerships.

Key highlights of the website include:

  • DEAR projects map
    Discover projects and organisations that engage people in Europe and beyond to address worldwide sustainable development issues.
  • Global Citizenship Education/DEAR Resources
    Access resources that support the DEAR community, offering individuals and organisations tips, toolkits, reports, critical understanding, and entry points for active engagement. 
  • News, Events and more
    Stay informed about the latest developments and opportunities connected to sustainability, global education, migrations, advocacy, youth engagement, climate change, etc.

The capacity building working group focuses on training activities that are organised by the members to strengthen the capacities of CIGS.

The funding working group exchanges practices on processes and procedures for funding of CIGS and their development activities in the global South.

The research working group unveils valuable insights in the CIGS communities and their relevance for sustainable development and in mobilising the public to engage in international solidarity.

The coordination group undertakes action in European matters of relevance for CIGS or for the members of the network. This is the management and the organisations of the network as a whole.