The EU Civil Society Forum for Western Balkans and Türkiye 2024, an essential annual event organised by the EU TACSO 3 project on behalf of the European Commission, Directorate General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations (DG NEAR), commenced today in Belgrade, Serbia. Bringing together over 150 participants, including representatives from civil society, EU officials, government authorities and international partners, the event serves as a key platform for sharing insights and developing strategies to foster the growth of civil society in the region. This year’s Forum is particularly significant, focusing on the new opportunities presented by the EU’s EUR 6 billion New Growth Plan for the Western Balkans and the role of civil society in the Reform and Growth Facility.
EU Forum for Civil Society in the Western Balkans and Türkiye Opened
