| Grant Number | BG_III 2006_133 |
| Type | In-Country Grant |
| Country | Bulgaria |
| Organization | Institute for Regional and International Studies |
| Project Name | Citizens’ Audit – Enhancing Civic Participation in the Municipal Budgetary Process in Bulgaria |
| Amount Awarded | USD 17,990.00 |
| Grant Period | September 01, 2006 – September 01, 2007 |
| Project Description | Enhancing the participation of civil society in Bulgaria in public policy formation through the "budget advocacy" approach. Strengthening the non-profit sector capacity to address critical societal and policy issues. Building budget literacy and capacity to influence decision-making among different groups of active citizens, local and business communities; establishing citizens’ budget advocacy groups engaged in municipal budgeting process; creating formal spaces for civic involvement on municipal level; planning models to further replicate the project achievements. |
| Website | http://www.iris-bg.org/ |