Brief History

The Belarusian National Council is the non-governmental union of Belarussian youth and children's associations established in April 1997 at the Constitutional Congress. The Agreement founding the Belarusian Youth Council was signed by 22 national youth and children's...
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Brief History

The Belarusian National Council is the non-governmental union of Belarussian youth and children's associations established in April 1997 at the Constitutional Congress. The Agreement founding the Belarusian Youth Council was signed by 22 national youth and children's organisations and one regional youth council of youth and children's organisations.

Objectives

- Bring together and co-ordinate the activities of Belarusian youth and children's NGOs in defending the rights and interests of young people and children.
- Build beneficial co-operation between Belarusian youth and children's organisations.
- Co-operate with the national youth councils of other countries.

Working Languages

Russian, Belarusian, English

Structure

- Assembly of representatives of the National Rada (highest body)
- Presidium + chairperson + secretary general

Main Activities

- organise informational, consultative and methodological assistance for the members
- establish a databank and other information resources to facilitate the efficient operating of its members
- organise and hold seminars, symposia, fora, exhibitions, courses and conferences to exchange experiences
- represent and defend the rights and legal interests of its members
- develop, carry out and finance projects
- set up representations in other countries
- organise fund-raising activities

Publications

- "Organizer": a monthly newsletter for member organisations
- "Co-Action": a magazine for Belarusian youth NGOs

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