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From articles and interviews to stories capturing the successes of our partners to reports and case studies written by our experts, we’re happy to share what’s been keeping us busy
Annual report 2025: Ten years of supporting democracy
In 2015, the idea of the Prague Civil Society Centre became a reality. What began as a small office in central Prague was driven by a clear purpose: to support changemakers working in some of Eastern Europe and Central Asia’s most repressive environments. Over the past decade, that mission has grown in both scale and ambition. Today, we are proud to be one of Europe’s leading supporters of democratic changemakers and independent media for the Eastern neighbourhood.
Unlock 2026: From Reaction to Action
Since 2017, Unlock, our annual two-day civic forum in Prague, has spotlighted emerging trends and inspiring stories at the intersection of activism, media, and technology. It serves as a space to exchange ideas and discover innovative ways to resist growing pressures....
Interview: What’s at stake in Armenia’s elections?
Gayane Abrahamyan is a prominent figure in Armenian civil society — a journalist, former Deputy of the National Assembly of Armenia, and founder of the NGO For Equal Rights. Throughout her career, she has remained steadfastly committed to advancing democracy and...
How is Russian independent media doing a year after the USAID shutdown
A year after sweeping cuts to US democracy assistance and the dissolution of USAID, the impact is still being felt. Independent media worldwide have seen funding slashed – among them Russian outlets that serve as vital information lifelines for millions, even as their...
Independent media support as key to defending civic space
Strategic investment in media is not an optional add-on to democracy support, our Executive Director argues in his article about civil society.
Unlock 2026: Application deadline extended!
Did you miss the deadline for Unlock 2026? Good news — we’re now opening an additional application round!
Nobelista Ales Bjaljacki na návštěvě v Praze
Nositel Nobelovy ceny míru za rok 2022 a jeden z nejvýraznějších představitelů běloruského disentu Ales Bjaljacki přijel do Prahy na pozvání Kanceláře demokratických sil Běloruska v ČR a Prague Civil Society Centre. Jde o jeho první cestu do Česka po propuštění z...
Four years of full-scale war: Expert discussion examined paths to justice for Ukraine
“Anniversaries are moments not only for reflection, but for resolve. They remind us that this war is not over, that its consequences are not abstract, and that solidarity must be sustained,” noted our Director of Outreach & Communications, George Leech, as we...
Data-driven journalism increases public transparency in Armenia
In our digital age, data has become a valuable resource — and this applies to journalists, too. “Data is the basis of our work,” says Sevak Mamyan, the editor-in-chief of Infocom. Infocom is an independent Armenian online news outlet supported by the Prague Civil...
Making locals matter: The case of the Civil Youth Center in Ijevan
The Armenian regions bordering Azerbaijan have faced many challenges. While many had already struggled with depopulation, as young people often leave for the capital, which offers more opportunities and services, the war in Nagorno-Karabakh and the influx of Armenian...
Armenia’s Factor TV: “Media must be watchdogs”
Factor TV is one of the most followed independent online media outlets in Armenia, garnering millions of views and reaching over 400 thousand subscribers just on YouTube. Here is the story of how they got their start and how they managed to build a loyal viewer base...
From the streets to television studios: The story of Boon TV
Walking down the street, you probably would not notice the Boon TV’s newsroom office. Yet in this small house on the outskirts of Yerevan, you will find professional television studios and a team of determined journalists. “Our mission is to contribute to a rational...
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