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L’Association pour les Initiatives Internationales de Coopération (ICC) est une organisation qui a été mise en place par des individus qui souhaitent renforcer la société civile. Celle-ci fonctionne comme le Chef de File du Réseau National bulgare.

Les autres domaines d’action de l’association incluent la promotion de la participation des communautés locales dans les processus de décision et les mécanismes de gouvernance; le développement économique et social du pays et de certaines régions cibles; le soutien aux groupes vulnérables; le développement de l’éducation et de la culture; l’égalité des chances et l’intégration des différents groupes ethniques; la résolution de conflits; et la protection de l’environnement.

Center Bulgarian Parents

National Network
Bulgaria
Address

5 Poroi
Blagoevgrad 2700

Blagoevgrad
Bulgaria

Telephone
00359896823304
E-Mail
msnaumova@abv.bg
E-Mail (2)
desirumenova@abv.bg
Organisation Type
Other
Year of Establishment
2009
Fields of Activity
  1. Youth and education
General Information
We are a young organization. We don't have a lot of experience. We are only three people.
Mission and Objectives

To popularize the problems of the current and future parental. To develop plans and strategies to support current and future parents and their execution, too. To ensure collaboration and mediation between families with problems and institutions, local authorities and non-profit organizations, to provide support and consensus on the issues of parental. To develop and implement ways to overcome poverty.

Main Projects / Activities

Participation and implementation of programs for parents and family, social work, helping parents in need and their families, support their development in all areas. Developing, organizing and conducting of educational and training events, courses and training programs in accordance with the needs of parents and families. Providing professional consultations and advice on the activities of the Association.

Contact (1) Full Name
Marieta Naumova
Head of the organisation
Silvia Mitrinska
Contact (2) Full Name
Desislava Rumenova-Miladinova

Center for Art and Culture Sunward

National Network
Bulgaria
Address

8 Pl. 15.IX.1903 St.
Razlog
Bulgaria

Telephone
+359 886 278 347
Telephone (other)
+359 884 800 648
E-Mail
artsunward@abv.bg
E-Mail (2)
artsunward@yahoo.ca
Mobile Phone
+359 886 278 347
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2010
Fields of Activity
  1. Arts
  2. International/Cultural relations
  3. Media
  4. Youth and education
General Information

Our Structure of the organization, including 7 board members. We have been participate as a partner organization into several projects connected to youth exchange; leadership; international communication; media Currently we are rolling the organization with the help of local sponsors, incomes from activities, and personal projects. Our main Partners involved in the organization's projects are International Initiatives for Cooperation; Association Link

Mission and Objectives

Center for Art and Culture Sunward, Designs, develops and executes projects, activities and events related to Art, Design, Architecture, Education and Culture in the territory of European Union. We are trying to collaborate with local partners into different causes. Our main goal is focused on Education and how the Creativity could help people learning, improving and creating a better environment for life.

Main Projects / Activities

Some of our classes this year 2012/2013 Education/ Culture/ Atrs Fine and Apply Arts: - Printmaking - Traditional Drawing - Experimental Painting - Traditional decoration - Open workshops, exchange programs Design and Architecture: - Digital Arts - media communications, advertising, culture - Design and Architecture - Environmental changes - Net and Web Art - Digital Painting Theory of Contemporary Arts - Artistic Communication - Theory of Arts - The Art and the Sports, (philosophy of movement) - Performing Art or how to express my self

Contact (1) Full Name
Ivaylo Gogov
Head of the organisation
Razlog, Bulgaria
Contact (2) Full Name
Galiya Mihova

Center for Creative Justice Razgrad

National Network
Bulgaria
Address

Razgrad 7200, complex Osvobozgdenie 34, PoBox 237
Razgrad 7200
Bulgaria

Telephone
0359 84 661694
E-Mail
office@ngo-rz.org
E-Mail (2)
gmilkoff@gmail.com
Mobile Phone
0359 899 187068
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
1997
Fields of Activity
  1. Democracy and community development
General Information

At present 2 full-time employees work at the NGOs Center: Executive Director and Program Coordinator. The NGOs Center in Razgrad has expanded the interaction between the public institutions and the civil sector. The organization has developed a successful public- private partnership with the Regional and District Courts, Regional Prosecutor and the local police in Razgrad. This encouraged the team to keep up fostering the positive reform in the Judiciary at a local level and affirming the principles of transparency and accountability of the judicial system at national level. The available office (80 sq.m.), located in the center of Razgrad, which is additional advantage for the project implementation. Enough space with controlled electronic and human access will be available for the project team. The office has: meeting room; 4 PC, laptop, printer, copy machine, direct phones; direct internet access; multi media; a secretary. These available resources make us confident that we could provide quality management support and expert assistance to the financial organization. We are founder of National Court Watch Network in Bulgaria (June 2007). Since Aug 2006 the NGOs Centre is a member of the National Civic Coalition for Monitoring of EU funds in Bulgaria. Since February 2005 the organization is an active member of the Social Services Network and founder of the Association of Social Enterprises in Bulgaria. In March 2004 the Organization was a co-founder of the Community Policing Network in Bulgaria. In May 2004, the NGOs Center represented Bulgaria in the process of building the Minority Policing Regional Network in Romania. The NGOs Centre Razgrad works in close partnership with the local courts in North-East Bulgaria and closely monitors the regional implications of the National Reform in the Judiciary

Mission and Objectives

The mission of the NGOs Center is to advocate for civic participation in the democratization process at local level. The organization strongly supports the overall development of a civil society in Razgrad Region.

Main Projects / Activities

Community Policing; A sequence of 6 one-year projects focused on developing community policing were implemented by the organization. Trainings on the National Strategy “Police Close to Society” were provided. A Police Support Group was established in Razgrad as a result of the long and successful collaboration between the NGOs Centre and the Regional police headquarters. Social inclusion and human rights: At present the NGOs Center in Razgrad implements a number of local and regional projects “Roma community consultants”, “Equal Opportunities for Job Placement at the Police for Representatives of Ethnic Minorities”, “Daily Center for Socially Disadvantaged Women”. The development of the NGOs Center as a social services provider is a priority for 2006 and 2007. The organization provides support to vulnerable groups, especially social and health-care support to women from ethnic minority groups. In 2005-2009 the organization filed over 100 cases based on the Access to Information Act before the Regional and court of Razgrad and Supreme Administrative Court, against the local authorities. In over 70 % of the cases the court pronounced the denied access to information as illegal. Apart of the abovementioned projects the NGOs Center has completed a number of other democracy-related projects. Full texts available at: http://ngo-rz.org; http://court.ngo-rz.org; http://police.ngo-rz.org.

Contact (1) Full Name
Georgi Milkov Dimitrov
Head of the organisation
Georgi Milkov Dimitrov, Chariman od the managing Board

Center for Economic and Social Initiatives – Tundzha

National Network
Bulgaria
Address

Str. Graf Ignatiev 40-b-34
Yambol
Bulgaria

Telephone
+35946640764
E-Mail
cisi_tundja@abv.bg
Mobile Phone
+359 899 33 08 32
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2009
Fields of Activity
  1. Others
General Information
Center for Economic and Social Initiatives - Tundja is a nonprofit organization registered under the Law on Legal Persons with non-profit company case № 9 of 2009 of Yambol District Court.1 chairman of the board and 12 members of the board. MIG-Tunja
Mission and Objectives

Sustainable development of the Municipality of Tunja. Conservation, multiplication and mobilization of resource potential of the area. Civil society development and social inclusion of young people, women and disadvantaged groups.

Main Projects / Activities

"CESI-Tundzha" is an organization which has now involved as partners in the realization of project "Development Opportunities", contract № BG2006/018-343.10.01-1.43, performer who is Hegra LTD-Yambol. Participate in the formation and operation of MIG-Tunja (MIG Tunja created under the program for rural areas, Axis 4 Leader for the development and implementation of the Strategy for Rural Development.

Contact (1) Full Name
Sevelina Ilieva
Head of the organisation
Tatyana Ilieva

Center Immigration and Integration

National Network
Bulgaria
Address

5 Bulgaria Boulevard
Sofia
Bulgaria

Telephone
+359 887 915547
Telephone (other)
+359 2 9815526
Fax
+359 2 9815526
E-Mail
tiho@gateway.bg
E-Mail (3)
tiho@gateway.bg
Mobile Phone
+359 887 915547
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2007
Fields of Activity
  1. Democracy and community development
General Information
Center Immigration and Integration is a non-profit organization in public benefit, registered with a donation by its founders. The organization does not have paid staff. Its founders and affiliates work on project basis and are supported by a circle of volunteers. CII incorporates representatives of the immigrant communities as well and believes in their inclusion in initiatives and debates of issues that affect them.
Mission and Objectives

CII's mission is assist the policy making process for the immigrants in the country and their integration into the Bulgarian society from the perspective of respect of human rights and social inclusion.
CII pursues the achievement of the following objectives:
(i)development and introduction of complex, innovative and interdisciplinary educational, scientific and cultural programmes, related with the advancement of the civil society in Bulgaria and increased civic participation in the policy-making process;
(ii)study and assistance of the social integration and personal realization of young people and persons in vulnerable socio-economic condition, including ethnic minorities, refugees and migrants;
(iii)development and implementation of contemporary forms and approaches for protection of the human rights of refugees and migrants, fight against racism and xenophobia, development of intercultural dialogue and integration;
(iv)study of the polices related to the cross-border migration of persons and provision of asylum; development of concepts, strategies and models for their updating and upgrading in line with the world processes and the membership of Bulgaria in the EU;
(v)organization and coordination of cooperation initiatives between European organizations in the context of the common EU policy for asylum seekers and migrants;
(vi) methodological, technical and expert exchange of knowledge and information.

Main Projects / Activities

"Support for the inclusion of immigrants in the Bulgarian society", co-financed by the European Fund for Integration of Third Country Nationals, "Integrated grant scheme for the implementation of activities, aiming the introduction into practice of the Common Basic Principles of the policy for integration of immigrants in the EU", creation of a methodology for the progress, building the necessary capacity".
LinguaINCLUSION European models and good practices for linguistic integration in primary schools with young immigrants

Contact (1) Full Name
Tihomira Trifonova

Center of Legal Aid - "Voice in Bulgaria

National Network
Bulgaria
Address

ul. Triaditza 5B, fl, 2, office 226
1000 Sofia
Bulgaria

Telephone
+359889688506
E-Mail
voiceinbulgaria@gmail.com
E-Mail (2)
zut@abv.bg
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2007
Fields of Activity
  1. Democracy and community development
  2. Human rights
  3. International/Cultural relations
  4. Others
  5. Research
General Information

CLA has an executive board and about 15 staff members - lawyers, communication expert and a fundraiser . We are project based financially covered, mainly by EPIM program. Some other source of financing are small international or national funds. Projects we work currently are focused on alternative on detention, regularization of migrants and refugees, providing legal aid for those seeking asylum in our country . We have seminars and educational modules for administration actors working on the field, 1st line, from Migration service, detantion centers and alike. CLA have elaborate very steady partnership net as we are very recognized in the sector. Our main partners are national authorities, NGO -s from the sector. One of our international partner is International coaltition of Detention, PICUM , EPIM , MsF and we are constantly extending the net.

Mission and Objectives

PRO BONO PUBLICО – FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD
Our goal is to guarantee the respect of the human dignity of migrants, refugees, foreigners, and to contribute to their empowerment and independence. Our mission is to promote and defend the rights of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers and other vulnerable groups on the territory of Bulgaria, by providing legal aid and conducting advocacy.

We provide pro bono legal consultations to asylum seekers, refugees and migrants, as well representation in administrative and judicial proceedings at the national and European levels.

We provide free legal consultations and hold group information sessions for foreign nationals held in detention in Bulgaria.

We conduct advocacy campaigns and activities aimed at establishing institutional and judicial practices, as well as legislation, that are in accordance with international and European standards, and at changing of public attitudes.

We conduct research in the area of migration and migration policies and their implementation.

A guiding principle in our work is the supremacy of ALL human rights and the respect for them, and non-discrimination on the basis of nationality, religion, ethnicity, gender or other characteristics.

In carrying out our mission we are independent from any political, state, religious or corporate interests and influences.

Main Projects / Activities

Providing legal aid for migrants, refugees, those seeking asylum and humanitarian protection; Working on introducing alternatives to detention of migrants and vulnerabe people crossing the border in search of pretection, advocacy human rights and dignity as well as access to legal work for migrants being in a "limbo" position (regularisation), campainging and working for ease the procesures for recieving status of those leaving in procedures.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

As a partner for promoting cultural diversity, as a partner in providing and advocating for protection, access to education and normal living condition fo kids and youths from migrant families, as a chanel for AnnaLindh values

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

We share common vision for the need of constand education and advocacy of human right , diverity and cultural exchange. We see these as a constant activity for promoting positive change at the society and state actors regarding the vulnerable groups.

Additional Information
Contact (1) Full Name
Zornitza Getcheva
Job Title
Co mmunication expert
Head of the organisation
Diana Radoslavova
Contact (2) Full Name
Diana Radoslavova
Job Title (2)
Founder and a laywer

CENTRE FOR CROSSBORDER COOPERATION FOUNDATION

National Network
Bulgaria
Address

1 Knyaz Boris I Str., N 15, fl.2
Petrich 2900

Petrich
Bulgaria

Telephone
+359 2 856 94 52
E-Mail
ctc.foundation@abv.bg
E-Mail (2)
vassil.v@abv.bg
Mobile Phone
+359 897 980385
Mobile Phone (other)
+421 904 836 477
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2005
Fields of Activity
  1. Environment/Sustainable development
General Information
The Foundation is a non-profit juridicial person,according to the Bulgarian law, for execution of non-profit, socially useful activities. At the moment the staff consists of two persons. The team of the foundation participated in the preparation of projects with Greek and Italian partners under the Programme INTERREG B III CADSES. The team of the foundation cooperated with the applicant in the development and some part of the implementation of previous projects, as follows : - “ Balkan Public Folklore and Songs”, ref.number BG 2002/000-624-05.17. - “ Communication strategy implementation “ 2004 The Foundation participated as a partner to the applicant Municipality of Petrich under the program Phare TBC Bulgaria-Greece in the project “Crossborder cooperation for implementation of sustainable tourist product in the crossborder area of Municipality of Petrich, Bulgaria and Municipality of Seres, Greece, ref. number BG 2004/016-782.01.06.03.06 Main partners involved in the organization's activities are the founder and the two members of the Board of Directors. We have partner relations and reccomendations by the NGO "Balkan Agency for Sustainable Development" with it's chairperson Anna Lalkovska.
Mission and Objectives

The Foundation's objectives are: stimulating development of Crossborder cooperation in the fields of regional development, culture, education, ecology and trade associations; stimulating civil pdrticipation in the process of regional economic development and attracting investments for execution of projects of social significance; adapting and applying business practices; assisting development and consolidation of sector of non-profit juridical persons; boosting the capacity of the particular organisations and the sector as a whole; icreasing professionalism and applying successful practices and transparensy of the organisations' activities and dissemination of mechanism, which guarantee the execution of the will of the founder and donors; informing about the activities of the sector and creating a favourable social climate; optimising the legal and taxation environment of the sector; improving coordination and joint activities in the sector; stimulating civil activity in the establishment of regional security in Southeastern Europe; adapting and disseminating democratic mechanisms and practices from the countries with developed democrasy; encouraging dialogue and cooperation between the non-profit juridical persons, the profit organisations, the State and the local self-government upon solving problems with social importance.

Main Projects / Activities

The Foundation's activities are: organizing and conducting studies, work meetings, seminars and conferences; organising different training initiatives; collecting and disseminating information, related to activities carried out by Bulgarian and foreign donors and programmes, as well as activities in the field of regional development, culture, education, ecology and trade associations; providing legal, financial and organisational consultancy; building up and developing partnership with universities and research centers; publishing and distributing print and electronic material, related to the Foundation's activities;forming expert opinions; organizing discussions and providing proposals for changes in the normative order; organizing studies and conducting research projects; providing technical aid; publishing activities; providing consultancy services; preparing analyses; creating and distributing electronic products; exercising rights upon intellectual property.

Contact (1) Full Name
Penka Lazarova Valcheva
Head of the organisation
Penka Lazarova Valcheva

Centre for Euro-Atlantic Researches

National Network
Bulgaria
Address

3 Cyril and Methodius Str
Stara Zagora
Bulgaria

Telephone
+359887450946
E-Mail
cear.bg@gmail.com
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2010
Fields of Activity
  1. Research
General Information
The bodies of the Association are the General Assembly and the Board. The General Assembly encompasses all members of the Association. CEAR is managed and represented by a Board of Directors. Members of the Board are elected by the GA for a period of 5 (five) years. The Board of Directors is composed of 3 members, who are members of the Association and is headed by a Chair. The project work is supported by external experts and volunteers. The Association mainly applies for EU funding. Partners of the project activities are renowned Bulgarian NGOs and experts in respective fields of work - EU and national legislation, youth and social policies, citizens participation and involvement.
Mission and Objectives

 Modernization of civil society on economic, social and cultural practices based on education, innovation and development of human potential.
 Support primary, secondary, higher and continuing education in Bulgaria. Modernizing and improving the quality of Bulgarian education;
 Encouraging young people as active part in the process of European Development of Bulgaria.
 Support of the population of economically backward areas, giving priority to young people and women, finding alternative sources of income and create conditions for the inclusion of these areas in international donor programs and projects.
 Providing expert assistance in legislative initiatives in the development of normative documents with the laws and nature of governing education, citizenship and youth;
 Development of projects with international participation, conservation, restoration and development environment.
 Transfer of know-how from similar organizations abroad.

Main Projects / Activities

 Youth awareness raising campaigns on EU policies and human rights;
 Youth awareness raising campaigns on environmental protection;
 Analyses of EU and Bulgarian legislation in regard to citizens participation in decision-making at all levels;
 Improvement of the environment for citizens involvement in decision making at local, national, EU and international level
 Enhancement of good governance in Bulgaria

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

Providing assistance and various expertise.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

To have more possibilities for networking and exchange of experience

Contact (1) Full Name
Zoya Shishkova
Head of the organisation
Zoya Shishkova

Centre for European Intiatives

National Network
Bulgaria
Address

29 A Tsar KAloyan str.
Stara Zagora
Bulgaria

Telephone
00359 42979278
Fax
00359 42979278
E-Mail
eurocentresz@gmail.com
Mobile Phone
00359 887 094124
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2005
Fields of Activity
  1. Arts
  2. Democracy and community development
  3. Environment/Sustainable development
  4. Gender
  5. Human rights
  6. International/Cultural relations
  7. Youth and education
General Information
CEI is a foundation working in public benefit. It is not a corportate organization and it does not have membership. The Board of directors involve 3 people - experts in law, regional planning and economic development. Other 2 coordinators are currently working part time on our programs. We organize training courses, seminars, exchanges and study visits. We work in close cooperation with local authorities in South-Eastern parts of Bulgaria and also with local NGOs, community centres, etc. We use innovative approaches like forum theatre. Our annual budget resources depend on financial support by donor programs.
Mission and Objectives

CEI aims to stimulate the citizens participation in the decision making processes on a local and regional level by studying and applying European positive practices and experience. We mainly address our projects to youngsters and disadvantaged women aiming to encourage their self-confidence and motivate them participate in public life.The activities of the organization are focused on youth public discussions, open forums, regional meetings, cultural fairs, training courses for youth workers,etc.

Main Projects / Activities

CEI is an organization of young professionals, who have already been involved as a leading or partner organization in international youth activities, supported by “Youth” and “Youth in Action” program /Romania, Greece, Turkey – 2005; Germany, Bulgaria – 2006; Germany, Bulgaria, Serbia – 2007, United Kingdom, Greece – 2008, Bulgaria, Romania – 2009; Bulgaria, France and Luxembourg - 2010/.
The organization also has expertize in forum theatre approach and has developed its own methodology for implementing it in rural communities.

Contact (1) Full Name
Krasimira KAmenova
Head of the organisation
Krasimira Kamenova
Contact (2) Full Name
Mincho Serbezov