One of the larger regional CIGS networks from France RESACOOP, has joind our network this summer. RESACOOP facilitates international cooperation initiatives from the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. These can be initiatives from both citizens and local authorities in the region. RESACOOP supports more than 500 citizen initiatives arround the cities of Lyon, Grenoble, Saint-Étienne, Clermont-Ferrand and Chambéry. RESACOOP supports the initiatives with, information, advise, networking opportunities, and special support in global citizenship education. Recently RESACOOP has updated its website with functionalities that enable further networking among CIGS in the region.
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.