Kyrgyzstan: Controversial NGO Law Passes
Government accused of shrinking space for civil society with onerous legislation.
Government accused of shrinking space for civil society with onerous legislation.
Event hears that collaboration is key in the fight against abuses.
Local aid agencies help the disadvantaged enjoy the holy month.
Project aims to provide aid to as many people as possible during the colder weather.
Attempts to block or amend contentious bill come to nothing.
Activists move abroad in anticipation of restrictions.
Bill hailed as result of successful consultation process between Yerevan and civil society.
Lack of awareness of what NGOs do means they need to work harder to get their message across.
Authorities have yet to respond to concerns about a bill that civil society groups fear will curb their activities.
Outcry over attempts to curb foreign funding for civil society groups.