The target groups are 1) NGOs, 2) beneficiaries of NGOs, vulnerable groups whose rights are often violated, 3) government bodies relevant for human rights protection and implementation of policies in the above sectors.

Project activities, within 10 month period, will include: development of the cross-sectoral ‘Expert Group’, three workshops/discussions on HR monitoring in practice, production of the publication on ‘independent monitoring in BiH’ including best practices, recommendations for the improved conditions for independent monitoring in BiH.

As the secretariat for the NGO Council of Bosnia-Herzegovina ( 65 member organisation – national, international NGOs and observers), ICVA organised and serviced 11 monthly meetings of the full Council and the 12 meetings of the managing Executive Committee; facilitated the development of agenda, participation of guest speakers, circulated minutes and other information to members, and co-coordinated the implementation of agreed actions (including the development of NGO recommendations and further advocacy for the new tax Law).