NCSO FAQ

Who can be a member? 
Only NGOs, CBOs and FBOs can join the Network of Civil Society Organisations.  These groups must provide proof of status along with their application for membership.    

How can I become a member? 
To become a member of the Network of Civil Society Organisations, a membership application form should be obtained from the nearest EU Poverty Reduction Programme (EUPRP) Project Implementation Unit.  A list of these offices can be found by following the link below. Completed forms should be delivered in person to the EUPRP Project Implementation Unit. 
 
Once the application is submitted, it is considered by the Network and the membership application is either approved or rejected.  A decision is usually made within one month and the applicant will receive an official letter of notification once the application is approved.
EU Poverty Reduction Programme Project Implementation Units

What are the eligibility requirements for membership?
The following requirements must be met in order for membership to be granted:
 
•Proof of group status, such as a Certificate of Incorporation, constitution, group bank account or group structure.  This must be submitted with the application form.
 
•Group programmes must be aimed at assisting the poor and vulnerable in society.

What fees do I pay?
A nominal membership fee is charged upon application according to the region in which the organisation is based.  This fee is payable annually in order to maintain member status. A renewal notice will be sent to the member organisation by the network.

What services are offered by the network? 
Individuals, as well as member and non-member organisations can access a variety of community services through the Network of Civil Society Organisations. 
 
To be eligible for assistance, interested persons:
 
•Must have a need for the particular service offered by a member group. 

•Must reside within the region where the project is to be implemented.
 
•Should have a referral document from an organisation or group.
 
A Service Request Form should be obtained from the nearest EUPRP Project Implementation Unit. A link to a list of these locations is provided at the end of this section.  Completed forms, stating the service required, should be delivered in person to the EUPRP Project Implementation Unit responsible for your region. 
 
The request is reviewed and if the assessment is favourable a recommendation for approval is submitted to the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development.  Approval for a service request can be obtained within two months.  
EU Poverty Reduction Programme Project Implementation Units

How can I obtain social data and information? 
Planners, researchers, policy makers and other individuals and organisations requiring social statistics and information can request information from the network of civil society organisations.  
 
To obtain information, individuals and groups must:

•Be working in or have an interest in the particular area in which information is being sought.
 
•Have official documentation to access the information such as a letter from an educational institution or government agency.

An Information Request form should be obtained from the nearest  EUPRP Project Implementation Unit.  A link to a list of these locations is provided at the end of this section. Completed forms, stating the information required, should be delivered in person to the nearest EUPRP Project Implementation Unit. 
EU Poverty Reduction Programme Project Implementation Units

Where can I find more information?
For more information about the Network of Civil Society Organisations please contact the EUPRP Project Implementation Unit responsible for your region using the link above.