April 1, 2026

Slovakia’s “Russian Law” episode: How a government tested the limits of civic space

When the fourth government of Robert Fico returned to power in late 2023, civil society in Slovakia quickly became a central political target. The confrontation that […]
February 25, 2026

UK civil society in 2026 – resilient, resourceful, but under strain

In 2026, UK civil society remains resilient and trusted, but it is operating under mounting financial strain, heavier compliance demands and rising needs at home and […]
January 14, 2026

Czech Republic: nonprofits must beware the turning tide

Jana Ledvinová, CEO of the Czech Fundraising Center, reflects on the evolving role of civil society in the Czech Republic, drawing parallels between the authoritarian constraints […]
August 6, 2025

Poland: Restoring the meaning of democracy

For August’s Spotlight on Civic Space, Robert Kawałko, president of the Polish Fundraising Association (Polskie Stowarzyszenie Fundraisingu) describes the situation in Poland where democracy is becoming […]