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- Fighting the radicalization of Islam: what school communities can do against it? Comparative study of the cases of Bulgaria, Morocco, Romania and Spain (financed by the programme of EU against the violent radicalization, 2007 budget line). The project is included in the National Plan of Bulgaria for the Alliance of Civilizations - Educational modules for teachers in cooperation with Universidad Autonoma de Madrid - Preparation of a book Civilizations: chock or cooperation (supported by Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and included in the Second national plan of Bulgaria for the Alliance of Civilizations) - Creation of Modules for teachers "Alliance of civilizations, contact of cultures" to be presented in the Summit of the Alliance of Civilizations in Istambul, 6-7 April, 2009

A basic part of our principles are collaboration, mutual trust, freedom of expression and opinions, enterprising, creativity and innovations. We had the opportunity to put them into practice through the elaboration of our first project – “Volunteering can be fun. The project was a response to the need for more active actions in the field of volunteerism, given that the latter is declared priority of the European Commission for 2011. Moreover, it was in line with the priorities of the “Youth in Action” programme for cultural diversity and for promoting youth participation in public life and democratic process. The project created a favorable environment for international exchange of volunteer skills and practices among young people, keen to promote European values. The participants had the opportunity through non-formal educational methods to develop their own skills for preparing European projects, which they applied later on local level through their organization.

In order to achieve its goals, the association may develop any activities permitted by law, performing organizational and informational consulting, translation and legalization .Development, coordination and implementation of projects and programs for regional economic and social development financed by European and international programs. The association is currently a project partner in project : "Strenghtening the entrepreneurship culture and collaboration in the eligible area" funded by the Interreg V-A Greece-Bulgaria Programm.

European Initiatives for Cooperation apply for funding from national and European institution but still has not an approved project. However, it is actively involved in local initiatives. Various youth and educational activities are organized and held by the association. It cooperates with local NGOs and authorities.

The company works priority in the private sector on projects that support the competitiveness of SMEs.
In 2011 the owner of EISD signs a contract with State Fund “Agriculture”
for grant on Rural Development Areas Program on project “CONSTRUCTING OF PHOTOVOLTAIC
ELECTRIC POWER PLANT ON ROOF” with total cost of 253 290 EURO.
Currently we perform three approved projects of our clients, funded under the Rural Development.

Projects:
"Improving skills of producers towards stronger links" 20112007CB16IPO008-2009-1-086
"Improved Agriculture Improved Social Links" 2007CB16IPO008-2009-1-081
"Cover history without boundary" 2007CB16IPO008-2009-1-049
“Savoring Unique Nature - Bicycle tourism in support of Nature (SUN)” 2007CB16IPO007-2011-2-086
Activities to achieve goals:
The EIA works closely with local administrations and organizations. It consults, coordinates and acts as a liaison between local, neighboring and international organizations. Its key areas of intervention are the introduction and integration of EU mandates, regulations and human rights action into all areas of life and enhance the citizen in the participation of civil society and decision making process.
EIA makes Propositions and defends publicly on draft regulations corresponding to the objectives of the Association Examination and, if necessary submission of proposals to control and regional authorities to amend or repeal regulations support the exercise of legal right in the public interest and promotion of human rights as fundamental values of civil society in Bulgaria;
Over the last year the EIA has actively been involved in bringing to light and prosecute cases of medical negligence resulting in deaths as well as heading a campaign for uniting local consumer protection organizations into a more streamlined cooperation.
Currently, meeting the present needs of people in Bulgaria and thinking of those of the future generations –from the ecologic, economic and social point of view, our Agency implements 3 educational projects which aim to increase knowledge, capacities and capabilities of people in the fields of cultural tourism, milk and forage production as well as wine production and vine cultivation and in other site human rights, social inclusion and the rule of law and improve their capacity to influence policy and decision making processes.
The EIA has also recorded several socio-economic problems in the region and generated concrete solutions to the most pressing issues.
By their actions and projects EIA support sustainable economic development in Bulgaria built on the comparative advantages, improve the overall social development and promote social cohesion among people and communities, improve the quality of life by efficient use of natural resources as well as protection of natural, cultural and historical heritage values.
In the same time in the development and implementation of their projects EIA observe the horizontal themes: Equal opportunities, Sustainable development and Climate change.
The agency brings greater public awareness for basic rights and laws both in country and in the EU, thereby building a more active and responsible society. It is streamlined at bring to light specific EU laws and mandates which defend the interests of ordinary citizens, as well as the unique regional traditions, needs and characteristics.

1.Provide information about opportunities for financing projects in Bulgaria;
2.Organization and carrying out of conferences, seminars and discussions in the spheres of Structural funds and Cohesion fund regulations and practical implementation as well as in all EU horizontal programmes;
3.Develop and implement projects for better utilization of the local resources;
4.Organize and carry out different trainings, qualifications and pre-qualifications in order to satisfy the current and future needs for economic development;
5.Carry out professional surveys and analysis;
6.Provide consulting services and support for the institutional strengthening and development of the capacity of the governmental structures, NGOs and the business;
7.Prepare, publicize and distribute information materials on problems related to the development of the civil society, the regional development and economic and social cohesion;
8.Provide support and assist the development of business plans, investment projects, economic analysis for bank and other financial institutions;
9.Collect, organize and keep actual economic information in order to provide it to interested bodies;
10.Organize and help in the organization of local public events like seminars, workshops, exhibitions, trade fairs etc. for promotion of the local business;
11.Provide information and support the business contacts in the country and abroad;
12.Participate in all forms of cross border cooperation;
13.Cooperate with organizations, institutions and physical persons in the country and abroad for exchange of information and implementation of partnership projects

2010 Becoming Involved in the Danube Strategy. Information project under Europe for Citizens Programme. Organisation of meetings with citizens in Galati (RO), Rousse (BG), Silistra (BG) 2010 Danube Strategy - a chance for better future for Danube minicipalities. Open Society Institute Sofia support. 2001 to 2010 The Bulgarian Europe Media Festival. Annual event to collect broadcasters from Bulgaria, focused on country's European gateway 2008 European sound Delta. Artistic residence on Danube, with the support of EACEA and Culture Programme of EU

Our main activity is called Forum KLYUCH (The key forum) - motivation speaking events, targeting young people and their active civil involvement, platform for sharing ideas, knowledge and good examples of career development in the non-profit sector in Bulgaria. We are in charge of the www.zafondovete.eu. Its mission is to daily inform all interested experts, NGOs, companies, etc. about opened calls for proposals, funding programmes and granting organizations.More information on our websites: 42-foundation.org, zafondovete.eu, foruk-klyuch.info

2007-2008 - "Strengthening the Capacity of Patient Organizations to Participate in the Decision-Making Process in the Field of Healthcare in Bulgaria", funded by CEE Trust and Bulgarian Ministry of Justice
2006-2007 - "Ringing the Bell – National Awareness-raising Actions on Social Inclusion", funded by EC
2006 - "Communication Campaign for the Prevention of Avian Influenza”, funded by UNICEF.
2006 - "Prevention of Avian Influenza Among Roma Communities", funded by UNDP.