The United Nations Democracy Fund invites civil society organizations to apply for project funding. Project proposals
may be submitted on-line between 18 November 2016 and 18 December 2016 at www.un.org/democracyfund/.
UNDEF supports projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. The
large majority of UNDEF funds go to local civil society organizations. In this way, UNDEF plays a distinct role in complementing the UN’s other work — the work with Governments — to strengthen democratic governance around the world.
This is the Eleventh Round to be launched by UNDEF, which
provides grants of up to US$300,000 per project. UNDEF has
supported almost 700 projects in over 100 countries at a
total amount of almost US$170 million.
Proposals are
subject to a highly rigorous selection process, with fewer
than two per cent of proposals chosen for funding. All
projects are two years long.
UNDEF invites project proposals covering one or more of
seven main areas:
» Women’s rights and empowerment / Gender equality;
» Community activism;
» Rule of law and human rights;
» Youth engagement
Strengthening civil society capacity for interaction with
Government;
Media and freedom of information;
» Tools for knowledge.
In this Round, UNDEF particularly welcomes projects
promoting pluralism, diversity, and inclusion.
You can find guidelines, FAQs and lessons learned for applicants HERE.
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