The aim of the project is to increase the level of knowledge and skills of staff of local action groups (LAGs), specific NGOs focused on rural development, involving partners from the public and private sectors. The programme will enable LAGs to succeed in changing the programming and legislative environment and to function as a professional and stable publicly beneficial development agency. 200 employees from 167 member organisations of the National LAG network of the Czech Republic will be involved in educational activities within 36 months of 32 courses.