Organization: Association for Democratic Initiatives<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Overall objective: To strengthen political integrity and reduce corruption risks in North Macedonia by improving the transparency of political parties, fostering citizen oversight, and enhancing accountability in political finance and law making.<\/p>\n In the framework of the project will be published three policy briefs, each addressing a specific risk area political finance transparency, internal party governance linked to law-making, and connections to procurement favoritism – based on systematic assessments of at least 10 political party websites, including those of minority and community-focused parties. One community integrity forum and one national roundtable will be organized. A digital awareness campaign will be launched using infographics that translate complex policy findings into accessible messages, reaching over 10,000 citizens online and empowering local CSOs, youth councils, and minority groups to continue transparency oversight beyond the project, sustaining integrity impact over the long term.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Project: \u201cInvisible Citizens: Promoting Political Integrity and Transparency for the Visually Impaired\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n Organization: Association for European Social Inclusion “ESI NELIS”<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n This project aims to investigate how political integrity mechanisms such as political legislative processes, and public decision making often overlook the needs of blind and visually impaired people in Macedonia.<\/p>\n One comprehensive policy report documenting accessibility gaps in political finance and decision making will be published and one awareness video distributed online. A core group of 10 blind activists will be trained and able to analyze data, use accessible tools, and advocate for inclusion. Radio programs will be produces and aired along with social media campaign reaching more than 15,000 people, raising awareness about transparency and disability inclusion. The organized workshops will target at least 40 participants from institutions, organization and other relevant stakeholders.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Project: \u201cINTEGRITY HACK: Open Data Against Political Corruption\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n Organization: Ohrid Institute for Economic Strategies and International Affairs<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n The Integrity Hack: Open Data Against Political Corruption project is a youth-led initiative designed to strengthen political integrity in North Macedonia by empowering young political leaders with practical skills in open data analysis, cross-party collaboration, and anti-corruption advocacy. The project specifically targets individuals aged 18\u201330 affiliated with all major political parties in the country, promoting political diversity, mutual understanding, and democratic engagement.<\/p>\n The core activity of the project is a three-day Integrity Hackathon, where participants will form cross-party teams and be mentored by experts in journalism, civic technology, and public ethics. Based on their findings, they will develop concrete outputs such as: data visualizations that make integrity gaps visible to the public; short policy briefs proposing reforms and digital concepts or civic-tech tools to promote transparency.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Project: \u201cFace to Face with Integrity: Mobilizing Citizens and Media for Political Integrity in North Macedonia\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n PUBLIC- Association for research, communications and development<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n The project aims to strengthen political integrity in North Macedonia by transforming complex anti-corruption data into accessible, engaging, citizen-friendly communication. Through a dedicated online resource section, creative multimedia content, and participatory storytelling, the project will increase public awareness of corruption risks in political finance, law-making, and public procurement.<\/p>\n Project specific objectives: SO1: Create and launch the \u201cCitizens for Integrity\u201d web section featuring at least 25 accessible resources (videos, infographics, articles) simplifying political integrity data by project completion; SO2: Engage 12\u201315 young artists through a national call, showcasing 10 selected works in a public exhibition with at least 30 attendees; SO3: Collect and analyse 80\u2013100 citizen testimonies on corruption risks using the BIRN Community Engagement Tool, publishing key findings to inform advocacy; SO4: Deliver a two-month social media campaign with at least 4 posts per week, reaching 300,000 cumulative impressions by February 2026; SO5: Ensure at least 30% representation of women and minority voices in campaign content, design, and engagement activities to promote equitable participation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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