Updating the database of CSO' and gender experts in Central Asia

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This task contributes to the Central Asian alliance to end gender-based violence broader objective of strengthening gender equality and inclusive development efforts in region. By updating and improving the database of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and gender experts, the volunteer will help enhance the organization’s ability to identify key stakeholders, build strategic partnerships, and support evidence-based programming across the region. The database serves as an essential resource for advancing gender equality, supporting women’s empowerment, and fostering collaboration among civil society actors. It is used for stakeholder mapping, outreach, project design, and coordination of activities such as consultations, capacity-building programs, and advocacy campaigns. Keeping this database accurate and comprehensive ensures that the organization can effectively engage with relevant partners and respond to emerging needs and opportunities in the Central Asia.

Data Collection and Verification: Identify and collect updated information on CSOs and gender experts through online research, official websites, professional networks, and publicly available sources. Verify the accuracy and reliability of the data. Database Updating: Review the existing database and update entries, including organization names, contact details, areas of expertise, geographic coverage, and key activities. Add new relevant organizations and experts where necessary. Data Standardization: Ensure consistency in formatting, terminology, and categorization across all database entries (e.g., sectors, thematic focus, country classification). Gap Analysis: Identify missing information, underrepresented countries or sectors, and suggest potential sources or contacts to fill these gaps. Quality Assurance: Cross-check entries for duplicates, outdated information, and inaccuracies. Maintain a clean, user-friendly, and structured dataset. Documentation: Provide brief notes on sources used and any assumptions made during the data collection process. Summarize key updates and recommendations. Expected Deliverables: 1. An updated and verified database (in Excel or agreed format) of CSOs and gender experts in Central Asia (by countries and general). 2. A short report (1–2 pages) summarizing updates, key findings, and data gaps. 3. A list of additional recommended contacts or organizations for future inclusion. Daily logistics of the task: - check-in (15-30 minutes) on the progress via Microsoft Teams; - status updates via email every 2 days; co-working on shared documents in Google Drive. Schedule: - Monday-Friday 2 hours/day (morning or afternoon); - deliverable deadline - Friday before 17/00 Almaty time. - check-ins on Wednesday and Friday.