Catalyst of Change
Supporting a vibrant civil society in Europe
Transparency International Bulgaria
transparency.bgTransparency International Bulgaria, founded in 1998, is the national chapter of the global movement against corruption. In 2023, it gained special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council. The organisation works with government, local authorities, business, academia, media and civil society to drive reforms that prevent and stop corruption while strengthening transparency, integrity and accountability. TI Bulgaria's vision is a world free of corruption, and it promotes the rule of law and ethical conduct across public and private sectors.
About the Project
Strengthening Civil Monitoring of Public Procurement – Advocacy Strategy for the Introduction of Integrity Pacts in the National Anti-Corruption Strategy of Bulgaria
The project aimed to address Bulgaria’s long-standing position at the bottom of the EU Corruption Perceptions Index and the risk of corruption as major EU funds entered public procurement. TI Bulgaria advocated for the implementation of the proposed Integrity Pacts as a timely way to strengthen oversight during the revision of the national anti-corruption strategy. The team developed an advocacy strategy, reviewed legislation, produced a policy paper and held consultations with government, local authorities, business and civil society. Through sustained meetings and an advocacy campaign, the project achieved progress towards embedding Integrity Pacts in national anti-corruption planning.
Communication Outputs
Project Communications
During the project, TI Bulgaria promoted their events, produced an advocacy campaign, and released a report. One example of the promoted event is presented below:
Funded by the European Union
name
Catalyst of Change: Protecting the Union values by supporting a resilient, engaged and vocal civil society for the promotion of women’s rights, environmental justice and anti-corruption
partner
European Center for Not-for-Profit Law Stichting (ECNL)
duration
1 January 2023- 31 December 2026
budget
3,411.982 EUR
