The Economic, Social and Cultural Council Registration 2026–2027: How African Civil Society Organizations Can Gain African Union Recognition and Participate in Continental Policy Dialogue ·African Union

Overview

This opportunity offers African civil society organizations the chance to gain African Union recognition and engage in continental policy dialogue through the ECOSOCC Connect platform.

Eligibility

• African Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) operating within African Union member states.
• African Diaspora Organizations representing communities worldwide.
• Organizations must be registered, operational, and active in one or more of the 55 African Union member states or the diaspora.

Benefits

• Continental recognition within the African Union ecosystem.
• Participation in African Union activities, including consultations and policy dialogues.
• Inclusion in the official continental civil society database.
• Streamlined online accreditation process.
• A voice in African Union policy processes.

How to Apply

Organizations can register and apply through the official ECOSOCC Connect platform:

• ECOSOCC Registration Portal

Deadline

Registration is open, with the 5th Permanent General Assembly application cycle starting on April 28, 2026, and closing on October 29, 2027.