Water resources is a crucial environmental good for the function of the human societies and the ecosystems. Moreover, water is an important input for the economy and an indispensable factor for economic growth. Especially in regions that are facing water scarcity, the adoption of water management policies and approaches fostering the sustainable use of resources while promoting economic growth becomes an emerging issue. The Mediterranean region is one of the most vulnerable regions regarding the availability of water resources due to climate change and human activities. The Water-Energy-Food (WEF) Nexus offers an integrated approach analyzing the synergies and trade-offs between the different sectors in order to maximize the efficiency of using the resources,  Read more

Strengthening the Rule of Law in Ukraine by Providing Soft Skills Training for Prosecutors and Defense Attorneys INL announces an open competition for Ukrainian NGOs interested in submitting an application for a project that strengthens legal ethics and rule of law in Ukraine by providing soft skills training for prosecutors and defense attorneys.   In 2018-2020, INL Kyiv supported the “Tomorrow’s Lawyer” program which trained three hundred defense lawyers on soft skills. INL Kyiv is launching a new program entitled, “Strengthening the Rule of Law in Ukraine by Providing Soft Skills Training for Prosecutors and Defense Attorneys.”   The current project will benefit the public by strengthening the rule of law in Ukraine and support the reform of the criminal justice sector, advocating for justice and implementing legislative and institutional reforms to prevent corruption. Read more