🌟 Onboarding Webinar - April edition 📣 Join our webinar to discover how to navigate the Capacity4dev platform efficiently, connect with peers and get the most out of its features. 📅 14 April 🕚 15:00 p.m. CET 👉 Learn more and register: link.europa.eu/Nt69H8

🙌 Have you ever sat through a meeting that went nowhere? Join the #EUYouthAlumni session & learn how to turn group time into real progress, whether you're leading workshops or team discussions. 🗓️20 April, 11:00–12:30 🎯Facilitation, group dynamics & inclusive spaces Register: link.europa.eu/MVQHdT

Know pioneers championing sustainable blue economies? The 2026 #EarthChamps awards trailblazers advancing ocean action that support fair and sustainable livelihoods, protecting nature while advancing economic opportunity. Nominate by 15 April: www.unep.org/championsofe...

👩‍💻AI can help analyse outcomes. But it can’t replace listening, dialogue and human judgement. That’s the core message from this piece on Outcome Harvesting with Goele Scheers, a must-read for evaluators working in complex contexts. 💡Explore the 🆕 article & podcast episode: link.europa.eu/YRHycp

From Brazil to the world: Open digital infrastructure for climate cooperation A 🆕 study by @ecdpm.org argues that anchoring collaboration in shared, collectively governed digital infrastructure holds great potential for addressing the climate crisis. Find the paper 👉 link.europa.eu/m6CB9w

🌍 EU & Climate Action | Online workshop 📅 31 March | ⏰ 16:00–17:30 CET Join the #EUYouthAlumni session to better understand EU climate policies, access funding opportunities & position your initiatives within the broader climate movement. Register on Capacity4dev👉 link.europa.eu/PW9mXN

Nominate leaders protecting and restoring ocean ecosystems! The 2026 #EarthChamps recognizes champions who safeguard and restore coral reefs, mangroves, seagrasses & other vital habitats, while increasing economic & climate resilience. Deadline is 15 April: www.unep.org/championsofe...

✨Introducing the SUBLIME Toolkit + new podcast🎙️ How can we lead with more awareness, equity & shared power? ✅Free, practical resource for teams to apply #feminist leadership 🎧Podcast with real experiences from across sectors 📥 Explore on Capacity4dev: link.europa.eu/KcdjpF #CommunityHighlights

📣 The 2026 #EarthChamps of @unep.org recognise champions who safeguard & restore coral reefs, mangroves & other vital habitats, while increasing economic & climate resilience for coastal communities. 🗓️ Nominate leaders protecting & restoring ocean ecosystems by 15 Apr👉 link.europa.eu/nRXKyF

🌊 The Untapped Potential of the Blue Economy 🚀 Join the upcoming #EUYouthAlumni workshop to explore sustainable ocean innovation, blue economy opportunities and youth career paths in maritime sectors. 📅 26 March 🕒 15:00–16:30 CET 📝 Register: link.europa.eu/Bnc6Jp

📣 @unep.org is calling for nominations for the 2026 #EarthChamps. 🌊 Recognising leaders tackling ocean pollution, from plastics & nutrient runoff to chemicals, noise & light. 🗓️ Spotlight champions driving real ocean action by 15 April. Learn more: link.europa.eu/nRXKyF #CommunityHighlights

⏳ 5 days to go: Capacity4dev Onboarding Webinar Whether you're new to Capacity4dev or want a quick refresher, this webinar will help you navigate the platform with confidence, connect with peers and make the most of its features. 📅 17 March 🕚 11:00 CET 🔗 Register: link.europa.eu/Cfy9dV

🌟 Onboarding Webinar: Open to all international cooperation professionals 🙌 Join our webinar to discover how to navigate the Capacity4dev platform efficiently, connect with peers, and get the most out of its features. 📅 17 March 🕚 11:00 CET 🔗 Learn more and register: link.europa.eu/Cfy9dV

💫 The upcoming #EUYouthAlumni workshop will explore advanced facilitation techniques rooted in non-formal education, helping you design impactful, participant-centered learning experiences. 📚06 March at 10:00 am 🌐 Register now: link.europa.eu/Xj3j33

🗓 03 March | 11:00–13:00 CET 📣 Learn how to: • Access the EU Funding and Tenders Portal • Encode your logframe correctly • Work with intermediary targets 🙌 Secure your spot: link.europa.eu/tpyhYV

🎙️ Missed our latest episode? We sit down with Sarah Atwood Barma to unpack the long-term consequences of USAID's closure: from the immediate human impact of aid cuts to the deeper risk of losing decades of institutional knowledge and operational expertise. 🙌Catch the full episode: lnkd.in/eP_xrg6J

How can parliaments plan more strategically and strengthen democratic governance? Find 4️⃣ lessons on strategic planning from Lusaka, following the completion of a landmark inter-parliamentary workshop with parliamentary staff from 11 countries. 🌟 Learn more: link.europa.eu/VX4PyF

✨ Every digital platform has its own language and knowing which one to speak (and when) is crucial. 🌐 The upcoming #EUYouthAlumni workshop will help you navigate digital spaces strategically. 🗓️ 26 February, 10.00 - 11.30 a.m. (CET) Learn more and register: link.europa.eu/YPYd3k

⚖️ Prison overcrowding continues to strain justice systems across the #Caribbean, undermining rehabilitation and reintegration. 📘 A new study explores how probation, community service & electronic monitoring can ease pressure and support reform. Read: link.europa.eu/t3gG7X

🎤 Storytelling for EU Youth Alumni: From Experience to Influence 📣 EU Youth Alumni will learn how to turn personal experiences into compelling narratives that build trust, strengthen networks, and amplify impact across platforms. 🗓️ 19 February, 10:00-11:30 a.m. Register: link.europa.eu/Rq697N

⌛ Only 2 days left to apply! Are you involved in international projects and have strong networks worldwide? 🗓️ Express your interest by 19 February. 🙌 Learn more about the programme, eligibility criteria and submit your application 👉 link.europa.eu/ffYvrk

🙌 Join our Onboarding Webinar today, whether you’re new to the platform or simply want a quick refresher and answers to your questions. 📅 February 17th 🕚 15:00 CET ✅ Open to all international cooperation professionals Learn more and register now: link.europa.eu/FRHykj

🚀 How to Build Your Own Startup This hands-on training is for aspiring entrepreneurs ready to turn an idea into a real startup, from validation to first customers. 🗓️ 17 February, 15:00 - 17:00 pm (CET) 👉 Learn more and join now: link.europa.eu/KJV9bh

🧩 Projects don’t manage themselves. People do. This workshop of the EU Youth Alumni project will equip you with the frameworks, tools & mindset needed to plan, run & deliver projects successfully. 🌟 With Nkembo Kiala 🗓️ 18 February, 09:00 - 11:00 a.m. Learn more & register: link.europa.eu/DV7nbM

⚡ Sierra Leone launches SOGREA’s first Call for Pre-Qualification to scale rural mini-grids. Backed by a €24M 🇪🇺🇩🇰 grant, the initiative mobilises private developers to deliver clean, affordable power. 🗓️ Deadline: 9 March 2026 Learn more: link.europa.eu/pC7jFK #GlobalGateway

⏱️ One week on, this conversation is still resonating. Our latest podcast episode features Sarah Atwood Barma on the lasting ramifications of USAID’s closure, from the human cost of aid cuts to the risk of losing decades of institutional and operational knowledge. 🌍📚 🎙️Tune in: link.europa.eu/JPqVx4

Democracy🏛️ works best when young people are actively involved. 📣 Join the upcoming workshop on “Youth Participation, Governance and Democracy”. When: 16 February, 10:00 - 11:59 (CET) With: Isra Peralta Learn more and register: link.europa.eu/cbT3Qn

⚡ Energy efficiency that delivers results. In 🇵🇪 Peru, the Euroclima Energy Management Systems Learning Network helped companies implement ISO 50001, achieving:
 • ~EUR 900k in savings
 • ~EUR 900k in investments 
• 6,405 tCO₂ reduced per year 👉 Read more: link.europa.eu/cgQ36r

🎙️ New #podcast episode. We talk with Sarah Atwood Barma about USAID’s closure, the impact of aid cuts, and what’s at stake as decades of operational knowledge risk being lost - along with grassroots efforts to preserve it. 🌍📚 Listen 👇 link.europa.eu/JPqVx4

#Tips4Users Projects on Capacity4dev can be set to: 🔹Not started 🔹Ongoing 🔹Completed 🚀 Keep your Capacity4dev projects clear and up to date to help users instantly understand where your project stands. 👉 Find more tips: link.europa.eu/6DWdBF

🌍 EU Youth Alumni launches a global capacity-building workshop series 📅 February – April 2026 👥 Who can join: Young people aged 18–30 who have participated in EU-funded youth programmes Learn more about the workshops and register: link.europa.eu/Dfb4nt

📣 Capacity4dev Ambassadors Programme: Edition III We are launching the 🆕 edition of our Capacity4dev Ambassadors Programme. 🙌 Are you involved in international projects and have strong networks worldwide? We want to hear from you. 🗓️ Learn more and apply by 19 February 👉 link.europa.eu/ffYvrk

📅 1 week to go! Outcome Harvesting meets AI in the next #EvalVoices webinar with Goele Scheers. 🗓️ 3 Feb 2026 | 14:00 CET Register now🔗 link.europa.eu/NY4HkG

📝 A well-organised Capacity4dev #Project page ensures users can find what they need quickly. Here’s how to optimise: 🔗 Interlink pages 📢 Highlight key updates 📁 Organise your Library Find more #Tips4Users here 👉 link.europa.eu/6DWdBF

Do you have an interest in #gender? 🙌 Check out the evaluation #report providing an implementation assessment of the 🇪🇺 Gender Action Plan III covering: ☑️ Green transition ☑️ Digital transformation ☑️ EU support promoting gender equality & women’s empowerment Read here: link.europa.eu/bwp6yy

⏳2 weeks to go! How can Outcome Harvesting and AI reshape evaluation and learning? Join the next #EvalVoices webinar with Goele Scheers. 🗓️ 3 Feb 2026 | 14:00 CET 🔗 link.europa.eu/NY4HkG

🙌 The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 starts today and focuses on 5️⃣ key themes: ☑️ Cooperation in a contested world ☑️ New sources of growth ☑️ Investing in people ☑️ Responsible innovation at scale ☑️ Prosperity within planetary boundaries 🗓️ 19–23 January Learn more: link.europa.eu/MjKTHG

Want to make your Capacity4dev Project Space more engaging? 🙌 Use visuals and customisation to highlight your project’s impact: 🌍 Interactive maps 🎥 Videos & multimedia 📂 Customise tabs & sections 🚀 Find more #Tips4Users: link.europa.eu/6DWdBF

Community Coffee: Financing Not Linked to Costs (FNLC) 🙌 Are you interested in discussing how we can shift EU external action to reward tangible results and not just completed activities? ⚠️ The session, organised by INTPA D4. on 3 February, is only aimed at INTPA staff. 👉 link.europa.eu/YCvg4p

🔍 Discover Capacity4dev Join an interactive session to explore the European Commission’s knowledge-sharing platform for international cooperation. 📅 19 Jan 2026 | ⏰ 14:00–15:00 (Brussels time) 👥 DG INTPA, DG MENA, DG ENEST, FPI & EEAS 🔗 link.europa.eu/VPXmmG Please share with colleagues 👋

Outcome Harvesting & the Emerging Intersections with Artificial Intelligence 🙌 The 3rd #EvalVoices webinar will unpack core ideas, reflect on opportunities and risks and create space for dialogue. 🗓️ 3 Feb 2026 | 14:00 CET 🎙️ Goele Scheers Learn more and register 🔗 link.europa.eu/NY4HkG

🚀 Capacity4dev Onboarding Webinar: Open to all international cooperation professionals Whether you’re new to the platform or simply want a quick refresher and answers to your questions, join us. 📅 January 20th 🕚 11:00 am CET 📍 Microsoft Teams Learn more and register now: link.europa.eu/qfxhvR

🙌Keep up with the latest releases from your favourite Groups & Projects. 1️⃣ Log in to your Capacity4dev account. 2️⃣ Join your favourite groups & follow your preferred projects. 3️⃣ Activate notifications in "My Profile" to receive weekly/monthly email updates. 📝 Find more tips: link.europa.eu/6DWdBF

🇪🇨 Ecuador is advancing the fight against chronic child malnutrition through water, sanitation, and public health investments under the 🇪🇺 #GlobalGateway strategy. 💫 Our 🆕 article highlights how coordinated action can deliver sustainable outcomes for communities. Read it: link.europa.eu/NxxFfc

📢 Online event – Discover Capacity4dev Staff from DG INTPA, DG MENA, DG ENEST, FPI and EEAS are invited to join an interactive session to explore Capacity4dev. 📅 19 January | ⏰ 14:00–15:00 (CET) 👉 Learn more and register here: link.europa.eu/VPXmmG

🙌Want to share your project's work with other professionals? The #Library on Capacity4dev supports documents, videos, audio files & photos. 📤 How to upload? Click the "Post Content" button, choose the type of content & share it with your community. 🔗Find more #Tips4Users: link.europa.eu/6DWdBF

🔎 Fiorina Mugione reflects on emerging perspectives on migration, considering skills, entrepreneurship and economic contributions. Her article highlights examples from 🇲🇦Morocco and 🇸🇳Senegal, labour market links and policy considerations. Read more👉 link.europa.eu/tWXQYG

The Results & Indicators for Development guidance helps improve project design & monitoring for EU-funded actions. ✔️Clear & measurable results ✔️Strong indicators linked to SDGs, NDICI, GAP III & Global Europe Results Framework ✔️Standardised info across interventions Explore 👉 link.europa.eu/JpbjJg

🇪🇨 Ecuador is advancing the fight against chronic child malnutrition through water, sanitation, and public health investments under the 🇪🇺 #GlobalGateway strategy. 💫 Our 🆕 article highlights how coordinated action can deliver sustainable outcomes for communities. Read it: link.europa.eu/NxxFfc

🌱 GREEN Tech4CE Project drives Sustainable Economic Transformation in Zambia 🇿🇲 🔹10 enterprises awarded EUR 3.45M for circular business solutions 🔹6 BDS providers to support 805 MSMEs & startups 🔹2 financial institutions designing innovative green finance products Learn more: link.europa.eu/mRXdPb