Description
The project addresses the challenges faced by the vulnerable groups of people who are underrepresented and unable to have their issues addressed and be involved in decision-making. The project proposes to raise the awareness of local NGOs and stakeholders, build their capacity and thus contribute to the empowerment of the vulnerable groups. First, a seminar on the best practices of citizen participation in decision-making will be organized for the local NGOs in Plovdiv District. Second, 24 trainers will be trained in a 3-day “Train the trainer” event on empowerment of vulnerable people. Third, 6 NGOs will be counseled on funding, planning, teamwork, etc. Next, a training of 12 members of NGOs how to manage websites and the social media will be held. Finally, a conference with the stakeholders will be held and a Memorandum of Understanding will be signed between NGOs. The project will benefit the target group, i.e. vulnerable people, and the local community in general.
Summary of project results
The project addressed the challenges faced by the vulnerable groups of people who are underrepresented and unable to have their issues addressed and be involved in decision-making. The main target groups are Roma, people with disabilities, NGOs supporting vulnerable groups and administrative structures. As a result of the project 12 NGOs and 166 other NGO members boosted their capacity for partnership with the institutions for planning, implementation, monitoring and assessment of social inclusion policies for minorities and vulnerable groups. More than 20 members of the vulnerable groups (including Roma) increased their knowledge and acquired skills to convey messages and information to the public about their work on social inclusion of vulnerable groups. The participants raised their capacity for partnership, motivation to join effort for a common cause and better coordinated and competent involvement in ongoing and planned policies. The participant organizations raised their organizational capacity for planning, funding and implementation of project initiatives.
Summary of bilateral results