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The fresh issue of the #CivilSocietyDigest is here with new opportunities and vacancies in civil society. Don’t miss it! 1️⃣ n-ost – border crossing journalism is accepting applications for the Research Prize Eastern Europe 2026 funding journalistic research that covers untold stories across 24 countries from the Balkans to the Baltics. Journalists working in German-language media, with a focus on Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe are encouraged to apply. Grants of up to 7,000 EUR are available. Applications are open until January 15, 2026. 2️⃣ ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen) is accepting applications for the CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship 2026, a fully funded learning opportunity for professionals and emerging leaders in civil society, media and social innovation. The fellowship offers stipends, travel costs, accommodation and visa fee coverage. It’s a chance to gain insights into civic engagement and cross-sector collaboration. Applications are open until December 10, 2025. 3️⃣ ChangemakerXchange is hiring a Community Lead to join its Berlin-based team by January 2026. The role focuses on shaping community strategy, managing global programs and building partnerships across a network of more than 1,500 social entrepreneurs and activists from over 130 countries. If you’re passionate about social impact and community building, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Apply be November 23. 4️⃣ The Civil Liberties Union for Europe is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organisation into its next chapter, strengthening the mission, partnerships and impact across Europe. At least 5 years of leadership experience required. This is an opportunity to head a dynamic team dedicated to defending civil liberties and human rights. 5️⃣ ZOiS - Centre for East European and International Studies hiring a Student Assistant to support the research cluster “Youth and Generational Change” (10 hours per week). The position is open to students in the social sciences or humanities with a focus on Eastern Europe. Application deadline: November 21. 6️⃣ Are you living in exile in Germany — a journalist, writer, or artist who left home because of war, repression, or human-rights violations? Do you have a personal story, a reporting insight, or an observation about life, media, or power that a Berlin audience should hear? CORRECTIV.Exile invites to join the first-ever Exile Talks: Stand Up! — a live evening of storytelling, journalism, and human connection. Apply by November 16th.