Opening Space for Equal Partnership: Case Study 1

Case study: Developing a Strategy for Cooperation of the Government with the Civil Society in the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia

The European Commission policy The Roots of Democracy and Sustainable Development: Europe's Engagement with Civil Society in External Relations1 declares the promotion of a conducive environment for civil society organisations (CSOs) as one of the three priorities for EU support in partner countries. This case study aims to generate knowledge and identify good practice for the EU to contribute to this priority.