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Civil society Stakeholder consultation - Estonia

Patrizia Brandellero, Senior Sector Officer, FMOTallinn, 21 November 2011

Reducing disparitiesStrengthening relations

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March ’12 expected start up of Programme

March ’12 expected start up of Programme

9 June ‘11 MoU in force€2.3M for NGO Programme

Launch TOR and consultation

9 June ‘11 MoU in force€2.3M for NGO Programme

Launch TOR and consultation

2 Jan 12 - Proposal deadlineJan- Feb – Approval and finalisationProgramme design

2 Jan 12 - Proposal deadlineJan- Feb – Approval and finalisationProgramme design

Timeline for Estonia

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Estonian NGO Fund – past and future

Overall positive implementation 2004-09

Good implementation of 190 projects, many small grants, oversubscription

Successful management by OEF, feedback, capacity building, publicity

Focus – close alignment with needs Democracy and civil society development Environment and sustainable development Social integration and local development

Capacity building and advocacy strengthened Few bilateral projects and contacts

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Evaluation 2004-9 Recommendations - Focus

Consult NGOs on priorities Target funding to ensure impact and address high demand Focus on strategic processes that lead to change and

sustainability: institutional strengthening, networking, policy and strategy development, advocacy and watchdog activities, increasing civic participation

Address key areas of concern (human rights, democratic processes, social inclusion…)

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NGO Programmes 2009-14

ObjectiveStrengthened civil society development and enhanced

contribution to social justice, democracy and sustainable development

ApplicantsNon-profit voluntary organisation established as a legal entity, having a non-commercial purpose, independent of local, regional and central government, public entities, political parties and commercial organisations. Religious institutions and political parties are not considered NGOs

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NGO Programmes 2009-14 – Expected outcomes

Active citizenship NGO/public partnerships Democratic values Advocacy and watchdog Networks and coalitions of NGOs Capacity of NGOs Sustainable development

and environment Services Empowerment

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NGO Programmes 2009-14 – Areas of support

Core areas (at least one third of support) Democracy, Human rights including minorities rights Good governance and transparency Participatory democracy Combat racism and xenophobia, Anti-discrimination Social inequalities, poverty and exclusion, including in rural areas Gender equality and Gender-based violence

Additional eligible areas and activities Environmental protection and climate change Provision of welfare and basic services

At least 10% for children and youth-driven organisations and or activities

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NGO Programmes 2009-14 – Suggested activities

Advocacy Awareness raising activities Multicultural dialogue activities Participation in policy and decision-making processes Capacity-building and organisational support to NGOs Strengthening governance Network and coalition building Mutual learning and dissemination Education and training Cultural initiatives to promote key areas

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SET-UP: NGO Programmes 2009-14

Management Programme/Fund Operator autonomous of government, have

links to the sector Operator encouraged to propose actions to strengthen capacity Possibility for predefined projectsRules and modalities – Terms of Reference Up to 90% grants for projects, in-kind up to 50% of co-financing Complementary actions at Programme level for exchanges with

donor and other Beneficiary states Proportionality in management and reporting Advance payment system

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NGO Guideline 2009-14 – Partnership

Bilateral relations Contribute to objective and outcomes Strategic exchanges developed at Programme level Facilitation in contact building, mutual benefit

Flexible Bilateral funding available: Funds at national level (0.5% of total allocation) for outreach/networking PO/DS Funds at Programme level (1.5% of costs) including:

Seed money to develop partnerships Know-how exchange with partners/contacts bilateral exchange/best practice/learning

Contacts through www.ngonorway.org for NorwayPartners can also be from BS, or bordering country outside the EEA

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Estonian NGO Programme – outline

Allocation of €2.3M Operator to be appointed by FMO OEF applicant for Fund Operator role

Programme to address core areas and relevant concerns Memorandum specific concerns on NGO Programme:

Multicultural dialogue Integration of national minorities Developing social services including for children and youth Capacity building

Consultation with NGOs to provide further input

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Key questions

Focus: Strategic targeting to support key priorities and promote sustainability How can we ensure strategic and sustainable support to NGOs in Estonia? Which areas and activities should we specifically target? What are the needs? How can we promote the role of NGOs in advocating, raising awareness and

promoting participation?

Set up: Solid programme management options to maximize impact What can we learn from the past? What set up will best support and promote the sector?

Bilateral: Options for increased cooperation? What are the challenges and opportunities?

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