UN engagement with civil society organizations (CSOs) in Mali

This study assesses the UN engagement with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and makes policy recommendations in light of the following three critical SDGs for Mali (SDG 1: End poverty in all its forms everywhere; SDG 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages; and SDG 16: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all, and build effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels). The contribution of CSOs is critical for Mali to achieve SDGs 1, 3, and 16, given its current least developed country and fragile state status. The effectiveness of the UN agencies and their strategies to empower CSOs is analyzed from the perspective of umbrella CSOs working to achieve these SDGs, based on capabilities that strong CSOs demonstrate. These capacity building or empowerment components include 1) strategic management, 2) operational management, 3) resource mobilization, 4) sustainable service delivery, 5) partnership and networking, 6) data analysis, 7) advocacy and lobbying, 8) transparency, 9) accountability and 10) resilience. Each component will be further analyzed and discussed.

Autorentext
Sory Ibrahima Monekata, Ph.D. epitomizes excellence and commitment in the field of sustainable development and diplomacy in Africa. He is a staunch advocate for human rights and a visionary leader in the civil society sector, with the ability to forge strong partnerships and ensure effective management of international programs.