What are the key areas of focus for organizations advocating for the rights of women, girls, and vulnerable groups in Bulgaria? What obstacles do they encounter in their work, and what challenges are most pressing for the communities they represent? How does BFW approach philanthropy to drive social change?
We invite you to explore these questions and more at the official launch of the Feminist Opportunities for Resilience and Community Empowerment (FORCE), BFW’s new funding program. The event will also unveil the 2024 BFW Needs Survey, offering insights into the priorities and challenges of organizations championing the rights of women, girls, and vulnerable groups across Bulgaria.
Event Details
Date: 13 September (Friday)
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Launchee, Sofia (2 Maria Luiza Blvd, TZUM Business Centre) or Online via Zoom
Please confirm your attendance by completing the registration form HERE. Space for in-person attendance is limited, so secure your spot early. Online participation remains open after live seats are filled.
Event Highlights
- Program Parameters: Learn about funding opportunities, including grants of up to 117,000 BGN (60,000 EUR) for a maximum duration of 18 months.
- Research Findings: Get a detailed summary of the sociological survey conducted among activist groups nationwide.
Speakers:
Lea Vajsova – Research Lead and Author, PhD in Sociology, Senior Lecturer, Sofia University
Dobromira Terpesheva – Senior Project Manager, BFW
Rada Elenkova – Program Director, BFW
About the FORCE Initiative
The Feminist Opportunities for Resilience and Community Empowerment (FORCE) program is implemented with financial support from the European Commission. With a total budget of BGN 4.5 million, over 70% is allocated to grant funding. Organizations can apply for grants of up to BGN 117,000 (EUR 60,000) for projects lasting up to 18 months. The program aims to invest more than BGN 3.5 million in combating gender-based violence and domestic abuse by supporting frontline organizations.
The initiative will fund NGOs engaged in:
- Direct support for victims.
- Advocacy efforts to enhance legislative frameworks.
- Awareness-raising campaigns.
- Professional training programs.
Additionally, the program offers tailored capacity-building opportunities to strengthen participating organizations, including:
- Organizational development training.
- Fundraising workshops.
- Advocacy and community mobilization sessions.
- Networking events and experience-sharing platforms.
The FORCE project is funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Commission Directorate-General for Justice and Consumers. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
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