Author: Reka Si, research and art institute in Slovenia. Contributor: Baya Organization in Sfax, Tunisia.
Abstract:
Among the common challenges faced by Civil Society Organizations, CSOs on both shores of the Mediterranean are funding and financial sustainability. There are different theories on alternative ways of funding and their importance for community work and CSOs. However, there are not enough practical examples and modules on how to implement and realise an alternative funding module. Through the ALF in Motion program, Reka Si Research and Art Institute in Slovenia, in cooperation with the Baya organisation in Tunisia, initiated this case study to provide hands-on practice on alternative funding. Baya’s strategy to diversify revenue streams is based on community membership, autonomy in institutionalised funds, community-to-community support, and funding community-based projects through recycling. The community-to-community funding mechanism in Baya is built through the concept of environmental protection and cooperation with the private sector. It enhances the recycling capacities of individuals and organisations such as the University of Sfax. Through the recycling module, individuals and organisations recycle their trash through Baya, which in return sells it to the private sector. Through this successful module, Baya provides financial help to students, schools’infrastructure, and medical treatments for people in need. Baya’s successful module in alternative funding provides four elements of diversifying revenue streams. This provides an important good practice for the non-profit autonomy of community organisations while working towards environmental protection.
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