BCRCD Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society
Promotion and development of civil society -
Organization and implementation of education -
Development and implementation of national and EU projects -
Development and promotion of social entrepreneurship
BCRCD - Bjelovar Center for Civil Society Development
Who are we?
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society is a non-profit organization that deals with the development, implementation, consulting, promotion and improvement of activities in the field of sustainable development of civil society through the implementation of activities from various areas of civil activity. Our many years of experience, successfully implemented activities and projects and, finally, an expert team are the foundation of continuous creation and improvement of human capacities. The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society is characterized by uniqueness, creativity, innovation and social responsibility, which are also our fundamental values in our work towards achieving sustainable development in the field of civil society.
OUR DOORS ARE OPEN TO ALL WHO WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO POSITIVE CHANGES IN THE COMMUNITY AS WELL AS STRENGTHENING CITIZENS IN IT.
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society brings together several subjects with whom it carries out activities with the aim of developing civil society and creating additional values in society.
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
Applications are open for the business educational workshop for the development of a business plan
Applications are open for the business educational workshop for the development of a business plan
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society invites all those interested to join and participate in the implementation of an educational business workshop for the development of a business plan, the implementation of which will begin on April 20, 2022. During the 70 hours of implementation of the education, the participants will acquire knowledge about the proper structuring and definition of: information related to for description of entrepreneurs and employees, description of activity and location, technical-technological..
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society invites all those interested to join and participate in the new cycle of educational business workshops on the topic of social entrepreneurship. Educational business workshops are organized in two separate sessions. The first educational business workshop, entitled "Fly in the net" will be held on February 3, 4 and 7, 2022, while...
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society marked 15 years of activity
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society marked 15 years of activity
Last weekend, October 24, the Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society marked its 15th anniversary. The initial idea of creating an association that will promote the development of civil society by strengthening citizens' self-awareness for active...
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
Moira Laheza company has announced a vacancy for the position of ASSISTANT / ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER. We are looking for a future member of the project team with knowledge and experience in the following areas: Financial monitoring of the project,...
Moira Laheza partner companies and Ured 4 You participated in the International Bjelovar Fair in Gudovac
Moira Laheza partner companies and Ured 4 You participated in the International Bjelovar Fair in Gudovac
In order to promote social entrepreneurship and project activities financed from EU funds, partner companies Moira Laheza and Ured 4 You participated in the International Bjelovar Fair in Gudovac from 03...
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society as part of the EU project My Time left on September 6, 2021. with pensioners involved in the implementation of the EU project in Terme Jezerčica and Marija Bistrica. To retirees..
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
Partnersko poduzeće BCRCD-a i Ured 4 You je otvorilo ugostiteljski objekt, restoran i catering Ura
BCRCD's partner company Ured 4 You has opened a catering facility, restaurant and catering Ura
The iconic Bjelovar restaurant Stara Ura is opening its doors again. In the old location and in a new guise, apart from the restaurant, catering is also on offer. It is a continuation of the long tradition of this restaurant.
The partner companies of Moira Lahez and Ured 4 You are hiring
The partner companies of Moira Lahez and Ured 4 You are hiring
BCRCD's partner companies, Moira Laheza and Ured 4 You, have announced a tender for hiring external collaborators for promotion as part of the implementation of EU projects. Competitions are aimed at potential candidates who..
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Implementation of the project - Tastes of Bilogora tradition
Some traditions are worth preserving - for example, food. The Bjelovar-Bilogora County celebrates traditional recipes, those prepared by our bakers and great-grandmothers. Some of them have almost completely gone into oblivion, some have returned to the big door, and some days today they certainly knock on the door of our kitchens a little, sometimes in a modernized version, or...
The company Ured 4 You has announced a tender for the employment of staff at the Ura restaurant. We are hiring waiters and pizza masters. You can find out more information about the competition and application for the mentioned positions.
A two-day education was held as part of the project "Returning flavors through social entrepreneurship".
A two-day education was held as part of the project "Returning flavors through social entrepreneurship".
The first in a series of educations, as part of the project "Returning tastes through social entrepreneurship" on the topic of social entrepreneurship, was held on May 27 and 28, 2021. Educational workshop, entitled "Social entrepreneur?"..
Implementation of the education "Social entrepreneur?" organized by Moira Laheza company
Provedba edukacije “Društveni poduzetnik?” u organizaciji poduzeća Moira Laheza
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society invites all those interested to participate in the two-day education "Social Entrepreneur?", on May 27 and 28, 2021, organized by BCRCD's partner company Moira Laheza. Education..
The Ideas Incubator is open - find out all the details about using this space
The Ideas Incubator is open - find out all the details about using this space
On Monday, May 10, the Idea Incubator Social Center opened its doors to users. The Stjepan Radić local committee (Ulica Andrije Mohorovičića 59) is arranged and equipped as a coworking space. This shape..
The initial conference of the EU project Idea Incubator was held
The initial conference of the EU project Idea Incubator was held
On Friday, April 30, the initial conference of the EU Idea Incubator project was held. The project holder is the Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society. The project is worth HRK 1,994,857.17, and it was co-financed with...
Held educational workshops on social entrepreneurship
Held educational workshops on social entrepreneurship
The company Ured 4 You is the owner of the Food 4 You project, in which, in addition to other activities and the opening of the Ura restaurant, it is planned to hold educational workshops with the aim of raising social awareness about...
Women's Day was celebrated in the "My Time" project
Women's Day was celebrated in the "My Time" project
International Women's Day, which is celebrated on March 8, was also celebrated at the Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society. As part of the "My time" project, which is carried out in the Bjelovar center for...
Through the EU project "Food 4 You", the company Ured 4 You opens a restaurant called Ura. Two chefs are employed to work in the restaurant for a certain period of time, and people who..
As part of the EU project My Time, which is supported by BCRCD, numerous activities for pensioners from the area of Bjelovar-Bilogora County were organized. The activity of Nordic walking is carried out twice a week in...
[VIDEO]" Corner for a moment" in Daruvar intended for retirees
[VIDEO]" Corner for a moment" in Daruvar intended for retirees
With the aim of increasing the quality of life of pensioners and the active aging program in the area of Bjelovar-Bilogora County, the Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society implements a project intended for pensioners. Numerous activities ensured The project will..
Through the project "Returning flavors through social entrepreneurship", Moira Laheza's company is launching a plant for meat processing and mini-cheese, as part of the First Social Entrepreneurship Incubator in Croatia. We are hiring an assistant manager.
Another year has successfully come to an end, we are ready for new challenges and projects
Another year has successfully come to an end, we are ready for new challenges and projects
Although challenging and difficult in many segments of social and business life, this year is for the Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society and partner companies Moira Lahez and Office 4 You,...
Moira Laheza company is launching the first social-entrepreneurial incubator in Croatia, which will include production facilities for mini-cheese and meat processing
Moira Laheza company is launching the first social-entrepreneurial incubator in Croatia, which will include production facilities for mini-cheese and meat processing
In cooperation with the project partners, the Bjelovar-Bilogor county and the Bjelovar Technology Park, Moira Laheza is implementing an EU project worth HRK 1,187,007.95. It is about the project Restoring flavors through social entrepreneurship, which...
Bringing back flavors through social entrepreneurship - join us at the project's kick-off conference
Bringing back flavors through social entrepreneurship - join us at the project's kick-off conference
On Tuesday, December 22, starting at 10 a.m., there will be an initial conference of the project Restoring flavors through social entrepreneurship, which is being implemented by Moira Laheza's company. Due to the epidemiological situation, the conference will be held online.
The company Ured 4 You opens a restaurant in Bjelovar according to social and entrepreneurial principles
The company Ured 4 You opens a restaurant in Bjelovar according to social and entrepreneurial principles
Ured 4 You is a company that implements the EU project called Food 4 You, and the main goal of the project is to strengthen the business of social entrepreneurs. As part of the project, restaurants will be opened.
Join us for the Food 4 You online kick-off conference
Join us for the Food 4 You online kick-off conference
On Monday, December 21, starting at 10 a.m., the initial conference of the Food 4 You project, which is implemented by the company Ured 4 You, will be held. Due to the epidemiological situation, the conference will...
Holding online kick-off conferences of EU projects of BCRCD partner organizations
Holding online kick-off conferences of EU projects of BCRCD partner organizations
The company Ured 4 You and Moira Laheza, on December 21 and 22, 2020, organize online kick-off conferences of their EU projects and invite all interested parties to register and participate in them.
The initial conference of the EU project My Time was held
The initial conference of the EU project My Time was held
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society held the initial conference of the EU project My Time in online form on Thursday, December 12. The project is worth HRK 1,595,364.06, and it was co-financed with funds...
The project "Spica rada" was successfully completed
The project "Spica rada" was successfully completed
On Monday, November 9, the Bjelovar Center for Civil Society Development held the final conference of the "Spica Rada" project. It is a project worth HRK 978,039.92, which was co-financed by the European Union.
Bjelovar Center for Civil Society Development (BCRCD) on Monday 02.11.2020. signed the Agreement on the allocation of grants for the EU project Incubator of ideas worth almost two million kuna, which is being launched.
The Bjelovar Center for Civil Society Development (BCRCD) is an association that has been carrying out activities and projects in the area of Bjelovar-Bilogora County for many years. One of the projects is Spica rada, which..
BCRDC, in addition to numerous recruitments so far, started the search for two new team members on a new EU project. BCRCD has thus announced a competition for a SOCIAL CENTER COORDINATOR. JOB DESCRIPTION: Activities..
The first partner meeting of the project "Returning to flavors through social entrepreneurship" was held
The first partner meeting of the project "Returning to flavors through social entrepreneurship" was held
The Bjelovar Center for Civil Society Development - BCRCD, as a project partner in the project "Returning tastes through social entrepreneurship", participated in the first project meeting. They were defined in detail at the meeting.
The city of Bjelovar and BCRCD signed an agreement as part of the upcoming EU project
The city of Bjelovar and BCRCD signed an agreement as part of the upcoming EU project
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society will soon sign a contract on the implementation of the "Idea Incubator" project, which will be implemented as part of the Call for "Participation Spaces - Development of the Revitalization Program of Spaces in...
The Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society has announced a recruitment competition. There is an open position for the executor of project activities.
New uniform of BCRCD office Daruvar, and soon new activities
New uniform of BCRCD office Daruvar, and soon new activities
On the wall of the building in Radićeva Street, where the BCRCD Daruvar office is located, a mural with motifs of the city of Daruvar was completed yesterday. The city of Daruvar, like itself..
Moira Laheza and Ured 4 You at workshops organized by the National Foundation
Moira Laheza and Ured 4 You at workshops organized by the National Foundation
For the second day in a row, employees of Moira Laheza and Office 4 You participate in workshops organized by the National Foundation for the Development of Civil Society, which are held in Terme Jezerčica. The workshops are..
BCRCD's partner company, Ured 4 You, has announced a recruitment for the open position: ASSISTANT / ASSISTANT TO THE PROJECT MANAGER The above position is open as part of a new EU project whose..
BCRCD received a decision on financing for a new EU project
BCRCD received a decision on financing for a new EU project
Great news keeps coming to the BCRCD office. Today, a decision was received on the financing of a new EU project in the amount of HRK 1,595,364.06, the holder of which is BCRCD. It's about the decision made..
BCRCD has announced tenders for the following open positions: • PROJECT MANAGER • PROJECT ACTIVITY PERFORMER Tenders are open until October 13, 2020. We invite all interested parties to...
BCRCD's partner companies, Ured 4 You and Moira Laheza, today received the Decision on financing for 2 new EU projects with a total value of more than HRK 2.3 million. Decisions are being made..
The Bjelovar Center for Civil Society Development (BCRCD), as a partner organization, participated in the final conference of the Spona project, through the implementation of which 100 long-term unemployed persons acquired skills for easier job finding. Word..
The project "Spica rada" continues to gather users
The project "Spica rada" continues to gather users
Despite the summer months and annual vacations and the change in lifestyle caused by Covid-19 as well as numerous epidemiological measures, the project activities of "Peak Work" and the BCRCD office continue to be carried out smoothly. Door..
How we actually stand with the use of European money and what we can hope for
How we actually stand with the use of European money and what we can hope for
With a level of around 90 percent of contracts for projects financed from European Union funds, Croatia is at the top of the new member states, but lags behind in terms of the speed with which funds are withdrawn, according to an analysis by the Croatian National.
Find out how your association can receive funds from current national calls!
Find out how your association can receive funds from current national calls!
Earlier in the day, we reported on our website, bcrcd.hr, the news that the Bjelovar-Bilogora County announced two new calls for funding in the area of capacity building in the area at the beginning of this week.
BBŽ published public calls aimed at strengthening local CSOs
BBŽ published public calls aimed at strengthening local CSOs
At the beginning of this week, Bjelovar Bilogora County announced: PUBLIC CALL for financing programs and projects of pensioners' associations from the funds of the Bjelovar-Bilogora County Budget for 2020. PUBLIC CALL for project financing.
What awaits us in the next period - Draft EU budget
What awaits us in the next period - Draft EU budget
The Commission has proposed an EU budget of 166.7 billion euros for 2021, which will be supplemented by grants of 211 billion euros and loans of approx.
Today's turbulent and dynamic business environment is an integral part of the business of all legal entities, be they from the profit or non-profit sector. The constant need to adapt and adopt new solutions to meet the needs of increasingly demanding...
BBŽ announced public calls for 22 measures worth HRK 5 million
BBŽ announced public calls for 22 measures worth HRK 5 million
The Bjelovar-Bilogora County has announced public calls for non-refundable support intended for businessmen, craftsmen and farmers for 22 measures for which HRK 5 million has been provided in the budget, reports Bjelovar-info. One is that..
Zapanjujući odnos najave i objave poziva na natječaje ESF-a
Zapanjujući odnos najave i objave poziva na natječaje ESF-a
There is certainly no organization in the field of civil society that has experience in the field of EU funds and that is not familiar with the Annual Plan for the publication of the call for submission of project proposals of the OPULJP "..
Take advantage of the BCRCD project Spica rada and find a job
Take advantage of the BCRCD project Spica rada and find a job
The European project of the Bjelovar Center for the Development of Civil Society called Spica rad, financed by the European Union through the European Social Fund, has been implemented for two years. Employment clubs in Bjelovar.
Why are EU projects becoming an increasing burden for CSOs?
Why are EU projects becoming an increasing burden for CSOs?
Civil society organizations have less and less time to solve social problems due to financial exhaustion and administrative violence resulting from the implementation of EU projects, GONGO announced and published an analysis.
Denial of payment of previously approved funds to ZNS
Denial of payment of previously approved funds to ZNS
A large number of beneficiaries of EU grants from the European Social Fund received a notice last week stating that the funds previously granted to them as part of...
EU funds in response to the economic downturn due to COVID-19
EU funds in response to the economic downturn due to COVID-19
The Ministry of Regional Development and Funds of the European Union presented two packages of measures to help the economy due to the coronavirus pandemic, among which are measures related to beneficiaries of EU funds. The measures are..
BCRCD builds its success stories with partners and users, that's why it is extremely important to us that our collaborations are of high quality. We exchange knowledge and experience, and progress together, which is the purpose of our activity.
Damir Bajs, Member of Parliament
"BCRCD is a leading association in the development of civil society in BBŽ and an example of good practice of cooperation between CSOs and the county. BBŽ continuously and with satisfaction supports the work of all civil society organizations in the county and thus BCRCD in its further development with financial resources."
M.Sc. Zrinski Pelajić, Expert in the preparation and implementation of development projects financed from the EU and other sources
"A team of positive lunatics."
Ornela Malogorski, pedagogue of the Bjelovar Commercial and Trade School
"BCRCD is an example of persistent and hard work. At the center of their interest is engagement in the field of solving concrete problems in the local community with the aim of increasing the quality of life, encouraging citizens to activism and volunteering, and cooperation between the public, private and civil sectors. The contribution of Željko Pavleković, who with his immediacy, persistence and enthusiasm, he greatly contributes to a good atmosphere and interpersonal relations."
Mirela Despotović, president of CCI
"A cheerful working atmosphere with dedicated assistance to users, who are there for them, makes this team much sought-after partners and collaborators."
Ivana Jurković Piščević, director of the Technology Park Bjelovar
"Entrepreneurship development cannot be expected without cooperation, compromise and perseverance. We are satisfied with the cooperation with BCRCD, which through conversation and good coffee, as well as different thoughts and attitudes, result in ingenious ideas that contribute to the development of the community. Although sometimes they seem like small steps , the overall effect is good and most importantly, long-term"
Goranka Preskočil, director III. elementary school
"BCRCD has proven to be a reliable partner in working with children of primary school age and through their active education about volunteerism, ecology and other relevant topics."
Mario Preskočil
"I am familiar with the work of the BCRCD, and as the president of the county assembly, I would like as many associations as possible to act proactively like the BCRCD."
Slađana Đurđević, deputy president of the Lovari Association - Roma house
"BCRCD is an association with which we have had the opportunity to cooperate on several projects and with whom it is always pleasant and useful to cooperate."
Danea Blažević, former employee of BCRCD
" Great experience, great people and a pleasant, motivating and constructive environment. All that is BCRCD!"
Martina Posavac, director of the BBŽ county chamber
"Expertise, knowledge, experience and commitment are the words that describe BCRCD as a partner."
Davor Marić, executive director of the Association of Persons with Disabilities Daruvar
"BCRCD is an example that others should follow in the preparation and management of projects. They are always an excellent choice for advice and cooperation."
Slobodanka Čalić
"During my many years of experience as an employee of the Development Agency of Bjelovar-Bilogora County, I had the pleasure of collaborating with BCRCD on numerous projects, and I recommend them as ideal partners."
Mirjana Horvatić
"A very active team for writing and implementing projects."
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