Civil Society Pros - NGO

Hi there! Check out this week’s round of opportunities at our #CivilSocietyDigest: ➨ Hejmo is seeking a Program Director to lead its strategic development and oversee programmes that bring people together through culture, community and social engagement. In this role, the Director will guide organisational strategy, manage teams and operations, support fundraising efforts and represent the organisation within Berlin’s civil society landscape. Applications from people with migration and refugee backgrounds are especially encouraged. Apply by March 30. ➨ The Cultural Arcs Foundation’s International Summer School is inviting participants to join a two-week programme exploring global anti-gender movements and their impact on democratic institutions. With the theme, “Resilience and Solidarity: Countering the Anti-Gender Turn”, the 15th Summer School will take place in Évora, Portugal from July 5-19. The course combines academic analysis with grassroots perspectives on gender, peacebuilding and solidarity, offering lectures, discussions and a certificate upon completion. More details here. ➨ Off-University is inviting scholars at risk to submit course proposals for an online programme exploring the intersections of war, memory and gender. The initiative aims to support displaced and politically affected academics in developing and teaching courses that critically engage with how conflict shapes historical narratives and collective memory. Course proposals should encourage creativity and active student participation. The deadline for applications is April 13. ➨ UNECE - United Nations Economic Commission for Europe is hosting an event for the celebration of the International Day of Forests on March 23, bringing together policymakers and experts to discuss sustainable forest management and the role of forests in addressing global environmental challenges. The event provides a platform for knowledge exchange, policy dialogue and collaboration across sectors, in order to highlight innovative approaches and practical solutions for the future of forests. Participation is open upon registration. Register here. ➨ The European Women's Lobby is inviting young feminists from across Europe to apply for the AGORA 2026 summer camp, a five-day programme focused on gender equality and feminist activism. The initiative aims to foster solidarity and empowerment among young women through workshops, discussions and collaborative learning. Held in Brussels, the programme offers a unique space to exchange ideas, build skills and learn in a collaborative way. The deadline for registration is April 17.