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Hey there! Our newest #CivilSocietyDigest is out—discover opportunities and openings in civil society this week. 1️⃣ PONARS Eurasia is hosting a seminar titled "From Russia with Love: Transnational Corruption and Sanctions Bypass in the Ukraine War" on October 2 2025 at the Elliott School of International Affairs (Washington, DC) and online. The event will examine how Russia’s war has fuelled corruption, empowered regime loyalists through sanctions evasion and money laundering, while also discussing the role of civil society in resisting these trends. Register here. 2️⃣ The zivik Funding Programme is providing funding, advisory and networking support to registered NGOs and local organisations in crisis and conflict regions, focusing on crisis prevention, conflict management and democracy-building. Guided by UN Security Council Resolution 2250 on Youth, Peace and Security, it emphasises youth participation, protection, prevention, partnership and reintegration. Priority regions include Southeastern Europe, Ukraine, Belarus and the South Caucasus. Applications received on a rolling basis. 3️⃣ The CEPS (Centre for European Policy Studies) in Brussels is offering a six-month Internship in Climate Policy starting early to mid-October 2025 within its Energy, Resources and Climate Change (ERCC) team. Tasks include research on EU decarbonisation and clean transition policies, data collection, and event support. Applicants must be Master’s students (or recent graduates via CIP), with strong interest in climate policy and excellent English skills. Application deadline: September 29. 4️⃣ Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking a full-time Associate for its Europe and Central Asia Division, based in a European office (Brussels or Berlin preferred). The role includes administrative and research support such as scheduling, travel, document preparation and event coordination. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), at least one year of relevant experience, excellent English and preferably Russian or Ukrainian skills. Application deadline October 9. 5️⃣ Amnesty International is hosting an online workshop for teachers and educators on October 22 2025, focusing on creative, age-appropriate ways to introduce children’s rights in the classroom. The interactive session will cover freedom of expression, the right to protest and youth participation, using storytelling and literature as key tools. Participants will learn practical methods, resources and strategies to amplify children’s voices. Registration deadline October 5.