Postcard from the Frontline

Mercedes Sprouse draws on her experience working as a consultant, both for civil society organizations (CSOs) across Central and Eastern Europe and for programs and foundations of the Soros foundations network, to outline a model skillset that CSOs of all shapes and sizes may use to sustain results. The paper illustrates proven strategies and tools to carry out and evaluate advocacy interventions. The essential message: civil society organizations need to work smarter, not harder.