Deadline: 09-Jul-2026
Enabel is funding interventions in Boromo and Hounde, Burkina Faso, to reduce gender-based violence and strengthen access to justice for survivors. The programme prioritizes prevention in schools, capacity building for children and adolescents, accountability systems for law enforcement, and advocacy by civil society organizations.
Overview
Enabel seeks applications from eligible organizations to implement coordinated actions against gender-based violence (GBV) in Burkina Faso. The programme combines school-based prevention, institutional accountability, and civil society advocacy to create safer environments and improve justice pathways for survivors.
Key Objectives
- Prevent GBV in schools through gender equality and human rights education
- Build capacity of children and adolescents, especially girls, to act as agents of change
- Establish school mechanisms promoting respectful relationships and challenging harmful norms
- Strengthen accountability systems for enforcing GBV, child protection, and justice laws
- Support civil society advocacy for survivor services, including sexual and reproductive health rights
Target Areas
- Communities of Boromo and Hounde in Burkina Faso
Funding Details
- Financial support package: €245,000 – €255,000
- Eligible applicants:
- Non-profit organizations
- Foundations
- International organizations established or represented in Burkina Faso
- Requirements:
- Proven experience in GBV and sexual/reproductive health programming
- Prior management of significant grant funding
- Certified financial accountability
Supported Activities
- School-based prevention and awareness campaigns
- Capacity building for students (enrolled and out-of-school)
- Structured workshops on rights and responsibilities
- Survivor support services and justice pathways
- Advocacy for stronger institutional responsiveness
- Enforcement of laws against GBV, FGM, early marriage, and child labor
Who Is Eligible?
- Organizations with a presence in Burkina Faso
- Demonstrated expertise in GBV and SRHR programming
- Strong financial accountability and grant management track record
Why It Matters
This initiative addresses systemic barriers to justice and protection for survivors of GBV. By focusing on schools, it empowers young people to challenge harmful norms and promotes safer, more equitable learning environments. Civil society advocacy ensures institutional accountability and long-term sustainability.
How It Works: Application Process
- Prepare Proposal
- Define objectives, target groups, and expected outcomes
- Demonstrate alignment with programme goals
- Provide Documentation
- Evidence of organizational experience in GBV/SRHR
- Financial accountability certifications
- Submit Application
- Include detailed project plan, budget, and sustainability strategy
- Evaluation
- Proposals assessed for impact, feasibility, and accountability
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting vague proposals without measurable outcomes
- Failing to demonstrate organizational experience in GBV/SRHR
- Ignoring sustainability or long-term impact
- Weak financial accountability documentation
FAQ
- What is the funding range?
- €245,000 – €255,000 per intervention
- Which areas are targeted?
- Boromo and Hounde communities in Burkina Faso
- Who can apply?
- Non-profits, foundations, and international organizations established or represented in Burkina Faso
- What types of activities are supported?
- School-based prevention, capacity building, survivor support, advocacy, and institutional accountability
- What are the eligibility requirements?
- Experience in GBV/SRHR programming, prior grant management, and certified financial accountability
- What laws are emphasized in enforcement?
- GBV, child protection, female genital mutilation, early marriage, and child labor laws
- What are the expected results?
- Improved reporting behavior among girls
- Enhanced gender-equitable attitudes among boys
- Stronger institutional protection systems
Conclusion
Enabel’s GBV programme in Burkina Faso is a comprehensive initiative combining education, advocacy, and institutional accountability. By empowering children, strengthening survivor pathways, and supporting civil society, it aims to reduce violence and create safer, more equitable communities.
For more information, visit Enabel.
