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(FSLD) is the largest Polish non-governmental organization supporting the development of civil society and self-governance in Poland. FSLD is non-partisan, independent, and non-commercial entity. FSLD was established in 1989 and over the years FSLD has grown to incorporate a network of local units and education institutions, as well as numerous experts and collaborators. Today, FSLD with 14 Regional Centres with local branches is designed to provide training, consultancy, networking and capacity building services on local level in voivodeships outside the capital of Warsaw. Fundation has 125 permanent employees and cooperates with ca. 150 experts and trainers. FSLD’s activities and programs cover the territory of the entire country. FSLD’s mission is to promote the idea of civil self-governance as the fundamental form of democracy. To fulfil its mission, the Foundation supports the activity of local authorities and non-governmental organizations, thus contributing to the development and reinforcement of the civil society in the region. FSLD’s activities are aimed at beneficiaries representing 3 sectors including all levels of public administration, CSOs, informal groups and individuals (vulnerable social groups), as well private sector (small and medium-size companies and media). 30 years of Foundation’s experience resulted in natural, thematic and special-purpose partnerships established with: the Council of Europe; Ministries – structural programmes and projects; local authorities; media – media patronages, information campaigns, co-organisation of big public events; CSOs.
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