Program: PHARE 2005 Civil Society Development Program

Website: http://yambiz.com/rgo-yambol/

Leading organization: YAMBOL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY

Partner organization: EuroClub Women’s Association

Duration: 12 months (2007-2008)

The main goal: development and support of the civil society in Yambol District, the municipalities of Yambol, Tundzha, Straldzha, Elhovo and Bolyarovo, through the involvement of the citizens in the management process.

The specific objective of the project is the development of joint civic management initiatives to identify local needs in the field of regional development, strengthening local capacity to involve citizens in the management process, preparation and management of projects, development of programs and strategies on issues of social integration and local development.

 

Specific tasks:

  • To contribute to better interconnection between the municipal development plans (2007-2013) and the Strategy for development of Yambol region, the Regional development plan of Southeast region, the National Operational Program for Regional Development and other operational programs.
  • To improve, modernize and harmonize municipal legal frameworks as important tools for stimulating the development of the local economy.
  • To build and strengthen the capacity of local NGOs and municipal administrations.
  • To create favorable conditions for the involvement of citizens in the management process.
  • To offer mechanisms for feedback and consultations, for involvement of the civil society in the decision-making processes.