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"In the context of the provision of long-term support and resources for civil society organizations, Member States should: (a) Recognizing that undue restrictions to funding is a violation of the right to freedom of association, ensure that civil society actors can seek, receive and use funding and other resources, whether domestic or foreign, without prior authorization or other undue impediments; where no restrictions on the receipt of foreign funds apply to State institutions or businesses, the same should apply to civil society organizations."

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UN (OHCHR): Practical Recommendations for the Creation and Maintenance of a Safe and Enabling Environment for Civil Society, Based on Good Practices and Lessons Learned, para. 88

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Practical Recommendations for the Creation and Maintenance of a Safe and Enabling Environment for Civil Society, Based on Good Practices and Lessons Learned

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States should safeguard the ability of civil society organizations to seek, receive, and use resources, including funding.