Programme Partners

Robert Bosch Stiftung
Established in 1964, the Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH is one of the major German foundations associated with a private company. It represents the philanthropic and social endeavours of founder Robert Bosch (1861–1942) and fulfils his legacy in a contemporary manner. The Robert Bosch Stiftung works predominantly in the fields of International Relations, Health and Education.
www.bosch-stiftung.de

ERSTE Foundation
ERSTE Foundation is the direct successor to the savings association bank “Erste Oesterreichische Spar-Casse”, founded in Vienna in 1819. Drawing from the tradition of savings banks founded as enterprises for the common good, ERSTE Foundation began its activities in 2003. As the main shareholder of Erste Bank, ERSTE Foundation is one of the largest foundations in Europe. It is active in the entire Central and South Eastern European region, focusing its work on three programmes - Social Affairs, Culture and Europe.
www.erstestiftung.org

Balkan Investigative Reporting Network
BIRN is a network of non-governmental organisations working with Balkan journalists to produce stimulating reporting on European-oriented reform. Its member organisations throughout the region run a range of training and public debate projects to enhance the capacity and impact of analytical and investigative journalism. Together, they produce Balkan Insight, the leading publication covering the region’s path to Europe.
www.birn.eu.com