Latest Grants and Resources for Democracy and Good Governance

Latest grants, calls for applications, calls for proposals, requests for proposals and other resources for for Democracy and Good Governance.

NDI Nigeria Request for Applications: Democracy Corner Project

Deadline: 30 July, 2021 The National Democratic Institute (NDI) with support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) invites proposals from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society organisations (CSO) to build, launch, and manage the Democracy Corner - a new platform for engaging Nigerian citizens with their democracy. The Democracy Corner platform will serve as an online civic and voter education engagement tool to promote non-partisan … [Read more...] about NDI Nigeria Request for Applications: Democracy Corner Project

UN Women Call for Proposals: Strengthen Women’s Political Participation in Morocco

Deadline: 17 July 2020 UN Women has announced a call for proposals for Strengthen Women's Political Participation to support initiatives on gender analysis of the electoral system and promoting advocacy for a gender-sensitive legal framework and electoral system. The CSO is expected to develop and promote participatory reflection and public debate on the current electoral system, electoral abstention, especially by young people, and the changes needed to promote citizen and participatory … [Read more...] about UN Women Call for Proposals: Strengthen Women’s Political Participation in Morocco

Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement: Transnational Anti-Money Laundering Assistance

Deadline: 10-Aug-20 The United States Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is seeking applications from qualified U.S. and non-U.S. based non-governmental (NGOs)/non-profit organizations or Educational Institutions for a Grant/Cooperative Agreement to implement a program entitled “Transnational Anti-Money Laundering Assistance.” Project Goal To deny criminal groups, as well as malign state and other non-state actors, access to funds that … [Read more...] about Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement: Transnational Anti-Money Laundering Assistance

NTT accepting Applications for Strengthening Democracy in Sri Lanka

Deadline: 30-Jun-20 The Neelan Tiruchelvam Trust (NTT) has issued a call for proposals under strengthening democracy in Sri Lanka. Objectives This call for Proposals seeks to support initiatives that contribute towards dealing with the past and democratic institutional reforms in Sri Lanka. Areas Dealing with the past: healing, restoration, recovery and equipping victims of the conflict to participate in processes that seek to deal with the past and provide remedies to … [Read more...] about NTT accepting Applications for Strengthening Democracy in Sri Lanka

Submit Applications for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Bangladesh

Deadline: 27-Jun-2020 The High Commission of Canada to Bangladesh is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for engagement. The program is directed at projects conceived and designed predominantly by local partners. Projects are selected and approved by the relevant Canadian embassy or high … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Bangladesh

EU announces EIDHR CBSS 2020 Call for Proposals – Guyana

Deadline: 23-Jul-20 The European Union (EU) has announced a call for proposals to increase the capacity and participation of local civil society organizations in processes aimed at strengthening governance in Guyana, with a focus on bridging gaps between the hinterland and coastal populations as well as between other groups. Objectives The specific objective(s) of this call for proposals is/are: Promoting increased dialogue between ethnic and cultural groups in order to contribute … [Read more...] about EU announces EIDHR CBSS 2020 Call for Proposals – Guyana

Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Palestinian Territories

Deadline: 04-Jul-20 The Representative Office of Canada in Ramallah has launched its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for engagement. The program is directed at projects conceived and designed predominantly by local partners. In the Palestinian Territories, projects are selected and … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Palestinian Territories

Entries Open for 2020 Good Governance Awards – Ireland

Deadline: 11-Sep-20 Entries are now open for the 2020 Good Governance Awards which is an initiative that recognizes and encourages adherence to good governance practice by nonprofits in Ireland. Their training, support and resources enable their members and partners to be more effective and impactful in each of their own individual areas. Through our expertise and experience, they support nonprofits to become more effective at what they do. Their training support and capacity building with … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2020 Good Governance Awards – Ireland

Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Senegal (including The Gambia, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau and Guinea)

Deadline: 21-Jun-20 The Embassy of Canada in Senegal is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) for each of its five countries of accreditation (Senegal, the Gambia, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau and Guinea). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for engagement. The program is directed at projects conceived and … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Senegal (including The Gambia, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau and Guinea)

CDD Fellowship Call for Fellows working towards Democracy and Development

Deadline: Ongoing The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) is now accepting fellowship applications for 2021-2022 to bring together people working in areas related to democracy and development from across a broad range of disciplines. CDD expects that residential fellows will work on a project relevant to CDD’s thematic areas; be open to collaboration with CDD staff, including holding training sessions for staff on new conceptual frameworks and methodologies; and present within and … [Read more...] about CDD Fellowship Call for Fellows working towards Democracy and Development

Opportunity to attend the World Forum for Democracy 2020 in Strasbourg, France (16-18 November 2020)

Deadline: 30 June 2020 The World Forum for Democracy is a platform for global dialogue and democratic participation which brings new ideas into the work of the Council of Europe and promotes its principles across the world. A unique event of its kind, it deals with challenges facing democracy, taking innovative initiatives and practices as a starting point and fostering constructive debate to find solutions. A democratic exercise, the Forum aims at giving the people – demos – their rightful … [Read more...] about Opportunity to attend the World Forum for Democracy 2020 in Strasbourg, France (16-18 November 2020)

Top 35 Under 35 Youth Awards: Calling Individuals & Organisations in Kenya

Deadline: 15 June 2020 The Youth Agenda Kenya (YAA) is calling for nominations to the Top 35 Under 35 Youth Awards of individuals or organizations categories for their accomplishments in the different areas of youth engagement. The award ceremony will take place on the 12th August, 2020 during the International Youth Day -2020. The awards categories relate to the Kenya’s Big 4 Agenda, the Vision 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals. This award will be the basis for a mentorship, … [Read more...] about Top 35 Under 35 Youth Awards: Calling Individuals & Organisations in Kenya

Alliance HPSR announces CFPs for Making the Case for Investing in Health Policy and Systems Research in LMICs

Deadline: 11 June 2020 The Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research is seeking applications to engage an experienced research team to develop a multi-country case study that illustrates how investments in HPSR have contributed to improved policies and stronger health systems in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). The purpose is to identify learning that can inform a document to advocate with country policy-makers as well as funders at national and global levels about the added … [Read more...] about Alliance HPSR announces CFPs for Making the Case for Investing in Health Policy and Systems Research in LMICs

DCAF Trust Fund for Security Sector Development Assistance in North Africa

Deadline: 23 June 2020 The Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance (DCAF) Trust Fund for Security Sector Development Assistance in North Africa (TFNA) is seeking applications from qualified consultants or companies to carry out an evaluation of its programmes. In response to this heightened interest in and demand for expertise in security sector governance and reform, the Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance (DCAF) offered its services to the new governments of Tunisia, Egypt … [Read more...] about DCAF Trust Fund for Security Sector Development Assistance in North Africa

Submit Proposals for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Kazakhstan

Deadline: 16 June 2020 The Embassy of Canada to Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Tajikistan is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for engagement. The program is directed at projects conceived and designed predominantly by local partners. Projects are selected and approved by the relevant … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Kazakhstan

Levi Lassen Foundation’s Grants Program for shared and just Society in Israel

Deadline: 1 September 2020 The Levi Lassen Foundation has announced a call for proposals for its Grant Program to support a shared society in Israel. The foundation believes in an Israel where everyone participates in a shared and just society, predicated on the best values of equality, tolerance and social justice in a liberal democracy. Levi Lassen's work in Israel began over 40 years ago. Levi Lassen is committed to helping Israel develop, grow and prosper through supporting programs … [Read more...] about Levi Lassen Foundation’s Grants Program for shared and just Society in Israel

Submit Proposals for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Turkey, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkmenistan

Deadline: 12 June 2020 The Embassy of Canada in Ankarais pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in communities, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for engagement. The program is directed at projects conceived and designed predominantly by local partners. Projects are selected and approved by the relevant Canadian Embassy or High Commission. The CFLI also … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Turkey, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkmenistan

European Union seeking Proposals to support Civil Society in the Republic of Moldova

Deadline: 19-Jun-2020 The European Union (EU) has announced a Call for Proposals to enable civil society (including local action groups) and young leaders to be active pillars in democracy, community building and policy dialogue related to the Association Agreement (including at local level). The specific objectives of this call for proposals are: design and test new ways (financing tools) to fund CSOs and work towards improving CSOs’ financial sustainability. adjust capacity … [Read more...] about European Union seeking Proposals to support Civil Society in the Republic of Moldova

U.S. Mission to Tajikistan announces Increasing Financial Integrity and Strengthening Financial Stability and Inclusion

Deadline: 10 July 2020 The U.S Embassy in Dushanbe, Tajikistan announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to help the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) continue strengthening its financial oversight of anti-money laundering and combatting the finance of terrorism (AML/CFT) transactions. The program also aims to provide the NBT with the basic monetary tools it needs to promote economic growth and stability. Objectives The implementer will work directly with the National Bank of … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Tajikistan announces Increasing Financial Integrity and Strengthening Financial Stability and Inclusion