About Capacity4dev

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What is Capacity4dev?

Capacity4dev is the European Commission’s knowledge-sharing platform supporting collaboration, peer learning, and methodological and thematic exchanges in EU international cooperation and partnerships. 

Its content is accessible to approved members exclusively, with membership open to professionals involved in EU-funded interventions, from donors to implementing partners and beneficiaries. The platform brings together EU staff, staff from Member State institutions, Team Europe actors, partner country authorities, international organisations, civil society and the private sector. Dedicated spaces offer access to practical information and opportunities to share knowledge and exchange experiences on common topics of interest. 

Who is Capacity4dev for?

Capacity4dev is intended for: 

  • European Commission and European External Action Service staff, both at Headquarters and in EU Delegations, who collaborate with colleagues and external partners;
  • Team Europe actors, including e.g. governmental organisations and development agencies of Member States on external relations; 
  • implementing partners, including e.g. international organisations; 
  • recipients of EU support, including e.g. civil society organisations, regional and local authorities, and partner country institutions; 
  • thematic or sectoral experts involved in EU international cooperation. 

Find out more about membership eligibility and validation in the Help & Support page Get started. 

What will you find on Capacity4dev?

On Capacity4dev you will find practical knowledge covering the full cycle of EU international cooperation – from programming and design to implementation, monitoring and evaluation – as well as a wide range of thematic areas. You can explore this content through:

  • Groups/communities of practice

 Interactive collaboration spaces where members can connect, exchange knowledge, experience and good practices on specific topics. 

  • Resources and library

Guidance and practical materials, methodologies, tools, reference documents and lessons learnt to support members in their work. 

What does it mean to be a Capacity4dev member?

As a Capacity4dev member, you can contribute to group discussions, access and share content, and interact with other members across the platform.  

If you are looking for more information on registration, groups, adding content or interacting on Capacity4dev, please visit the Help & Support page. If you have any additional questions or ideas you'd like to share, reach out to our team through the contact form. 

Who manages Capacity4dev?

Capacity4dev is managed by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA, Unit D4), which provides strategic direction. It is supported by experts under the meldea project, who oversee the effective functioning of the platform and provide assistance to members and Space Managers.