The document summarizes the Technical Assistance to Civil Society Organizations (TACSO) program, which aims to build the capacity of civil society organizations in IPA countries. TACSO is implemented by a consortium of partners and provides various types of support to CSOs such as help desks, trainings, publications, and peer-to-peer assistance. It also discusses challenges in sustainability and next steps which include continuing to support strategic processes, regional networking, and developing an exit strategy.

1. Capacity Building of Civil Society in the IPA Countries and territories –Technical Assistance to CSOs. TACSO, Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow June, 2011 SIPU International AB Sweden • Civil Society Promotion Centre Bosnia and Herzegovina • Human Resources Development Foundation Turkey • Foundation in Support of Local Democracy Poland • Partners Foundation for Local Development Romania