Business & Strategies in Europe S.A. (B&S Europe)

Business and Strategies Europe is a mid-size consulting firm with headquarters in Brussels, Belgium and regional offices around the world. Since its inception in 1991, B&S’s multi-national team has been designing, managing, and leading international development projects at a global scale. B&S Europe has developed impressive project references and a worldwide network of international experts and partners. Our clients include the European Commission and other multi-lateral donors including the World Bank Group as well as bi-lateral and private organizations world-wide.    Geographical Location B&S Europe has regional offices in the Balkans, Africa, and Asia. Our most extensive regional experience lies in Europe and Africa with an expanding presence in Asia and South America.  We have project offices in Kosovo, Croatia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Cyprus as well as in Togo, Benin, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eretria, and, finally in Suriname.    Our Mission Development through understanding is our motto and the general philosophy that underpins our work around the globe. At B&S we firmly believe that only through respecting local cultures and ways of life can we create sustainable solutions to the multi-faceted challenges faced by developing countries. Rather than dictating solution from the outside, B&S advocates and provides consultation and knowledge-transfer. We share this philosophy with our clients and with our ever-growing network of experts.   Services Rule of Law B&S Europe commits to establishing rule of law is the most effective long-term antidote to the most pressing problems facing the world today, including poverty, conflict, endemic corruption and disregard for human rights. Our services include:  Judiciary Reform Human Rights and Freedom Security   European Integration B&S Europe, we believe that our clients can turn these challenges into unique opportunities for growth. Our services include: EU fund absorption Legislative Drafting Functional Reviews Best Practices Exchange Intra/Inter-Ministerial Coordination   Democracy and governance   B&S Europe is dedicated to fostering the growth of a wide range of democratic institutions as well as the many elements of a vibrant civil society. Our services include: Elections Supporting democracy and democratic institutions Civil society strengthening   Employment and social affairs   We believe that employment and social development is much more than the rise or fall of national incomes. It is the process of creating an environment in which people can develop their full potential and lead productive, creative lives in accordance with their needs and interests. Our services include: Vocational and educational training Human resources development Support to labor policies Social inclusion and protection   Economic development   At B&S Europe, we utilize a variety of proven, effective tools to stimulate growth. Our services include:  Support to small and medium-sized enterprises Investment promotion Support to professional advisory bodies   Communications   B&S provides decisive communication services that allow our clients to help the communities and countries to better utilize the new services, resources, and tools they provide. Our services include: Education Campaigns Workshops Conferences Study Tours