Project Information

Project Overview

The core objective of this project was to strengthen the influence of civil society by integrating rural organizations into public policy development, civil dialogue, and decision-making processes. By enhancing advocacy and networking capacities, the project aimed to ensure that rural voices are effectively represented at all levels of governance.

Main Objectives:

• Building advocacy, lobbying, and networking capacities of rural civil society organizations (CSOs).
• Enhancing technical knowledge regarding policies and processes relevant to rural development.
• Empowering rural organizations to actively influence decision-making and legislative frameworks.

Key Results and Outputs

1. Capacity Building and Strategic Advocacy
The project implemented structured activities designed to improve the lobbying skills of rural CSOs. This allowed for a more professional and effective approach to presenting the needs of rural communities to institutional stakeholders and policy makers.

2. Institutional Networking
By fostering cooperation between various regional and national actors, the initiative established a platform for continuous exchange and collective action. This networking approach significantly amplified the impact of individual organizations on rural public policy.

3. Educational Resources and Visibility
Key knowledge products were developed, including the publication: “Support for civil society organizations to contribute more effectively to rural development in Montenegro.” For broader engagement and information sharing, the project utilized the dedicated portal: www.ruralniparlament.me.

Partnership

The project was implemented through a strategic partnership between CNVP (Connecting Natural Values & People Foundation) from the Netherlands and the Union of Livestock Producers of Northern Montenegro. The Network for Rural Development of Montenegro contributed as an Associated Partner.