Cross-border Collaboration
Joint cultural, educational and socio-economic initiatives that build cohesion between societies through dialogue, people-to-people engagement and long-term partnership-building.
Our network
One network, six working components.
A multidisciplinary approach combining research, advocacy, education, media and innovation.
Civil Society & Governance
Legal research, policy advocacy and institutional engagement supporting freedoms of expression, assembly and political participation, plus resilience programmes for activists and communities.
Legal Services & Advisory
Legal consultations, audits and tailored guidance for individuals, institutions, CSOs and businesses, with accessible support for vulnerable groups including migrants.
Media & Knowledge Platform
Independent, data-driven content and micro-documentaries on governance and human rights, open for redistribution by smaller media and CSOs.
Policy, Innovation & Capacity
Professional and academic training, analytical frameworks and the integration of AI-based tools into governance and policy processes.
European Coordination
An EU-based function leading international partnerships, donor collaboration and joint programmes, bridging local actors and international stakeholders.
Our activities
Across the network, our work spans research and analysis, training and capacity-building, online learning modules, digital skills including the ethical use of artificial intelligence, content and media production, information, cultural and social programmes, and the promotion of European Union values.
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COS Academy
Courses on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, European governance, international conventions and democratic participation in the digital economy.
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A European civil society space
A multifunctional hub for training (including Erasmus+), capacity-building workshops and collaborative workspaces for practitioners.