Public Association «CENTER OF SOCIAL INITIATIVES»
Budget
€25
EP Access
0
accredited persons
Staff
5
2.85 FTE
EU Grants
None
Mission & Goals
Public Union "CENTER OF SOCIAL INITIATIVES" (CSI) is a voluntary association established to protect human rights and satisfy public, economic, social, cultural, and educational interests. Our primary goal is to promote public initiatives, foster interaction between citizens and authorities, ensure public participation in decision-making, and develop civil society. The organization’s remit includes supporting youth potential, volunteering, and youth work. Priority areas focus on protecting the rights of veterans, IDPs, children, and people with disabilities, alongside promoting the restoration of territories affected by armed aggression. CSI is dedicated to advancing education, science, media literacy, healthcare, and environmental protection. We fulfill our mission by conducting analytical research, organizing educational events, providing social services, and fostering international cooperation to support Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic course.
EU Legislative Interests
EU Ukraine Facility and its pillars regarding civil society involvement and recovery; European Youth Strategy 2019-2027; EU Strategy on the Rights of the Child; Erasmus+ Programme regarding youth work and non-formal education; EU Strategy on Victims' Rights in the context of supporting persons affected by armed aggression; European Disability Strategy 2021-2030; EU Charter of Fundamental Rights; Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI) – Global Europe; EU Civil Protection Mechanism for humanitarian assistance; European Education Area 2025 initiatives; Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme (CERV); EU Gender Equality Strategy 2020-2025; Digital Services Act regarding media literacy.
Communication Activities
Communication activities of CSI include organizing and participating in conferences, seminars, roundtables, and educational events focused on youth potential, human rights, and the Euro-Atlantic course of Ukraine. We carry out information and awareness-raising campaigns, promote our goals through media platforms, and publish scientific and methodological results of our research and analytical activities. The organization initiates public hearings and expert evaluations of government decisions to foster civil society development. CSI also engages in international cooperation, maintaining direct contacts with foreign NGOs and international organizations to exchange expertise on EU-related policies, including youth work, reintegration of affected territories, and social protection for vulnerable groups.
Interests Represented
Does not represent commercial interests
Member Of
Public Union "CENTER OF SOCIAL INITIATIVES" (CSI) is currently expanding its international cooperation and is in the process of joining key civil society networks and platforms relevant to youth work and human rights at both national and European levels. The organization actively collaborates with regional associations of non-governmental organizations in Ukraine to foster joint initiatives in the field of social protection and democratic development.
Organisation Members
The Public Union "CENTER OF SOCIAL INITIATIVES" (CSI) is a voluntary association of legal entities. As of the date of this application, the Union's membership consists of non-governmental organizations and public associations from Ukraine that focus on youth work, social protection, and human rights. Currently, the organization does not operate an official website; however, a full list of member organizations is maintained in the internal Register of Members and is available upon request. Our affiliated entities include local partner organizations and community groups that collaborate with us on humanitarian and educational projects aimed at supporting vulnerable populations and promoting European integration at the local level.
Additional Information
The reported budget reflects the initial stage of the organization's activities following its recent restructuring and the challenging economic environment in Ukraine. The total income for the last closed financial year was approximately 1069 UAH (approx. 25 EUR), which consisted of small voluntary contributions from the members of the Union. These funds were primarily used to cover basic administrative costs and bank maintenance fees (approx. 1020 UAH). Most of the organization's activities, including expert analysis and communication, were performed by members and volunteers on a pro bono basis without direct financial expenditure. The Union is currently focused on developing project proposals for international grants to expand its operational capacity in the upcoming financial year. The administrative needs of the organization are met through active cooperation with partner organizations and, in particular, cooperation with local authorities. The association is located in premises provided by the local authorities free of charge, but at present we mainly use the premises of member organizations and temporary premises provided thanks to well-developed, long-standing partnerships.
Commissioner Meetings
No recorded meetings with EU commissioners.