European Network for CIGS

Funding for Global Citizenship Education in Europe

Across Europe, funding for Global Citizenship Education (GCE) is increasingly under pressure as public budgets shrink and government priorities shift away from international solidarity and civic engagement. Discussions within the ENfCIGS Funding Working Group and the Connect for Global Change partner group show a shared concern among civil society organizations in France, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Denmark and Slovenia: The gradual withdrawal of state support is threatening the continuity of long-term educational programmes and public engagement with international solidarity. This while alternative sources—such as EU funding or private foundations—remain patchy and very competitive. Read the full report here. The next meeting of the funding working group will be held on Thursday 16th of April 2026. When interested please contact: secretariat@test.europeannetworkforcigs.eu 

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.