Deadline: 15-Sep-23 The North-South Centre of the Council of Europe announces the opening of the call for nominations for the 29th North-South Prize of the Council of Europe. The call allows to identify activists, personalities or organisations that have distinguished themselves by their … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 2023 North-South Prize of the Council of Europe
Latest Grants and Resources for Democracy and Good Governance
View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Democracy and Good Governance for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
UN Women Call to support Community Dialogue for Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding to prevent Violence Against Women
Deadline: 9-Jul-23 UN Women Lebanon is seeking applications to support community dialogue for conflict prevention and peacebuilding and work to prevent violence against women and promote accountability. UN Women in Lebanon works across the humanitarian-development-peace and security nexus to … [Read more...] about UN Women Call to support Community Dialogue for Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding to prevent Violence Against Women
Grants to increase Women’s Participation in Humanitarian and Crisis Response – Ukraine
Deadline: 28-Jul-23 The Women’s Peace & Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a call for proposals in Ukraine to support civil society organizations working to increase women’s participation in humanitarian and crisis response and enhance the protection of women and girls displaced as a … [Read more...] about Grants to increase Women’s Participation in Humanitarian and Crisis Response – Ukraine
Azerbaijan: EU Delegation announces EuroSchool Programme (5th Edition)
Deadline: 29-Jun-23 The EU Delegation is pleased to announce a call for applications to participate in the 5th edition of the EuroSchool that will take place from 8-10 August 2023 in one of the regions of Azerbaijan. Participants will have a chance in an interactive educational environment to … [Read more...] about Azerbaijan: EU Delegation announces EuroSchool Programme (5th Edition)
Call for Proposals: Capacity Development of CSOs in Eastern Partnership Region
Deadline: 28-Aug-23 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals to contribute towards the inclusive, resilient and democratic societies in the Eastern Partnership region. Objectives of the Programme and Priority Issues The specific objective(s) of this call for proposals are: to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Capacity Development of CSOs in Eastern Partnership Region
Call for Bids: Good Governance and Anti-Corruption Programme (Malaysia)
Deadline: 28-Jun-23 The British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur is inviting bids project proposals to focus and look for opportunities to support work on good governance in Malaysia including democratic reform and anti-corruption initiatives. The bids invited are for the 2023/24 Programme Fund … [Read more...] about Call for Bids: Good Governance and Anti-Corruption Programme (Malaysia)
Call for Applications: Mobility Fund for CSOs from the Balkans Region
Deadline: 31-Oct-23 The Balkan Civil Society Development Network is launching a call for applications for the Mobility Fund for CSOs from the Balkans Region, implemented with the financial support of CSO Partnership for Development Effectiveness – CPDE. The Mobility Fund for CSOs from the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Mobility Fund for CSOs from the Balkans Region
Grants to support English Language Training Needs for Ukrainian Professionals & Civil Servants
Deadline: 5-Jul-23 The Regional English Language Office (RELO) at the U.S. Embassy Kyiv Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out a program (or programs) to help meet the needs … [Read more...] about Grants to support English Language Training Needs for Ukrainian Professionals & Civil Servants
Notice of Funding Opportunity: Indo-Pacific Strategy Tabletop Exercise (South Korea)
Deadline: 17-Jul-23 The U.S. Embassy in Seoul seeks proposals from organizations (preferably Korea-based or in collaboration with a Korea-based organization) to gather opinion leaders from various sectors to create a series of tabletop exercises tied to emerging challenges conceptualized under … [Read more...] about Notice of Funding Opportunity: Indo-Pacific Strategy Tabletop Exercise (South Korea)
Open Call for “Demo: Democracy, Elections, Mentorship, Organizing” Programme
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Have you ever felt the weight of the world’s problems on your shoulders? Do you dream of a better future, but feel powerless to make it happen? It’s time to take action and become the changemaker you want to be. Apply for the “Demo: Democracy, Elections, Mentorship, … [Read more...] about Open Call for “Demo: Democracy, Elections, Mentorship, Organizing” Programme
Climate Democracy Accelerator Program (Cohort 1)
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 The People Powered is looking for government and civil society leaders to form a new cohort of innovators interested in launching participatory programs to shape climate policy in the areas of clean transportation, renewables, decarbonization and energy efficiency homes, air … [Read more...] about Climate Democracy Accelerator Program (Cohort 1)
Call for Proposals for Locally led Initiatives: Reversing Environmental Degradation in Africa and Asia
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) and the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) are pleased to announce the first call for proposals under the REDAA programme – Reversing Environmental Degradation in Africa and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for Locally led Initiatives: Reversing Environmental Degradation in Africa and Asia
Open Internet for Democracy Leaders Program
Deadline: 21-Jun-23 Apply for the Open Internet for Democracy Leaders Program - a collaboration between the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE), the National Democratic Institute (NDI), and the Center for International Media Assistance (CIMA) - a year-long non-residential … [Read more...] about Open Internet for Democracy Leaders Program
Grants to support Good Governance in areas of Human Rights & Democracy – Cameroon
Deadline: 1-Aug-23 The European Commission (EC) is offering grants to support good governance and protect human rights in the penitentiary sector. Objectives The two specific objectives of this call for proposals are: Strengthening of good governance of the penitentiary system with … [Read more...] about Grants to support Good Governance in areas of Human Rights & Democracy – Cameroon
2024 International Visitor Leadership Program in the US
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ Office of International Visitors (ECA/PE/V) announces an open competition for up to four cooperative agreements to support the FY 2024 International Visitor Leadership Program … [Read more...] about 2024 International Visitor Leadership Program in the US
Call for Applications: Landecker Democracy Fellowship 2023/24
Deadline: 6-Aug-23 The Humanity in Action is accepting applications for the Landecker Democracy Fellowship for the 2023/24 cohort. This year, Humanity in Action is looking for projects related to the theme of Democracy and the Politics of Memory. Themes The 2023/24 Fellowship theme is … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Landecker Democracy Fellowship 2023/24
U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 17-Aug-23 The U.S. Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce funding is available through the Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Based on funding availability, projects awarded under this program will support … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
2023 RFE/RL Regional Reporting Fellowship Program
Deadline: 1-Jul-23 Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty is inviting applicants for the Regional Reporting Fellowship Program to provide accurate, independent journalism in support of democracy and human rights. The goal of the RFE/RL Regional Reporting Fellowship is to equip aspiring journalists … [Read more...] about 2023 RFE/RL Regional Reporting Fellowship Program
Public Diplomacy Grants Program in Jamaica
Deadline: 12-Jul-23 The U.S. Embassy Kingston Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. Purpose of Grants: Project proposals should aim to strengthen ties between the United States … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Grants Program in Jamaica
100x Impact Accelerator Program (Second Cohort)
Deadline: 3-Jul-23 100x Impact Accelerator, a leading global impact accelerator based at the London School of Economics (LSE), is calling for applications to its second cohort to create the next generation of “social unicorns”– organisations working to achieve positive impact on the scale of … [Read more...] about 100x Impact Accelerator Program (Second Cohort)
Call for Concept Notes: Human Rights and Democracy Program – Mexico
Deadline: 28-Jul-23 The European Commission (EC) is soliciting concept notes for the Human Rights and Democracy Program. Priorities The Action Plan on Human Rights and Democracy (2020 – 2024) establishes five lines of action that are interrelated and mutually reinforcing: Protect and … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: Human Rights and Democracy Program – Mexico
Civic Changemakers Fellowship Programme to create a Positive Impact using SDGs in Nigeria
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 TransparencIT selects and invites active community champions to develop and scale solutions for disrupting civic participation and improving governance and social justice in their communities. The Civic Changemakers Fellowship programme is a civic innovation and governance … [Read more...] about Civic Changemakers Fellowship Programme to create a Positive Impact using SDGs in Nigeria
Call for Proposals: Civil Society & Human Rights and Democracy Thematic Programs (Panama)
Deadline: 13-Sep-23 The European Commission (EC) has launched a joint call for proposals under the Civil Society (NDICI - CSO) and Human Rights and Democracy (NDICI - HRD) thematic programs. Program Objectives and Priorities The overall objective of this call for proposals in accordance … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Civil Society & Human Rights and Democracy Thematic Programs (Panama)
Youth and Education Exchange Program in Austria
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The U.S. Embassy Vienna of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to promote and foster U.S. culture, shared values, disinformation and diversity, with a specific focus on the contemporary … [Read more...] about Youth and Education Exchange Program in Austria
ELF-Africa iLead Fellowship Program: Cohort 10 (Kenya)
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Are you a young leader ready to ignite change and make a lasting impact in Kenya? Apply now for the Cohort 10 of the iLEAD Fellowship by the Emerging Leaders Foundation Africa (ELF-Africa) to empower, support, and accompany young women and men on their journey towards … [Read more...] about ELF-Africa iLead Fellowship Program: Cohort 10 (Kenya)
Scholarship Program for Young University Graduates to experience Parliamentary Democracy
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 The German Bundestag invites politically and socially committed university graduates from South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to a scholarship program in Berlin. In a four-week compact program, up to 16 scholarship holders can get to know the German … [Read more...] about Scholarship Program for Young University Graduates to experience Parliamentary Democracy
Entries Open for Good Governance Awards – Ireland
Deadline: 13-Sep-23 Entries are now open for the Good Governance Awards, an initiative that recognises and encourages adherence to good governance practice by nonprofits in Ireland. Carmichael is the leading specialist training and support body for nonprofits in Ireland. The training, … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Good Governance Awards – Ireland
Digital Democracy Accelerator Program (Cohort 1)
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 The People Powered offers the Digital Democracy Accelerator, a training and support program for governments and civil society organizations that want to design and launch participatory programs to develop policies to govern this space. Innovation in digital technology is … [Read more...] about Digital Democracy Accelerator Program (Cohort 1)
Local Grant: University Leadership and Engagement (Tunisia)
Deadline: 20-Jul-23 The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs’ Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) and Embassy Tunis' Assistance Unit seek proposals that take specific, measurable action to address the decline in traditional modes of political participation among young people. Tunisian youth … [Read more...] about Local Grant: University Leadership and Engagement (Tunisia)
Grants to support CSOs, Democracy Activists and Human Rights Defenders – Senegal
Deadline: 21-Jul-23 The European Commission(EC) is seeking applications to support and strengthen civil society organizations (CSOs), democracy activists and human rights defenders. Objectives The specific objectives (SO) of this call for proposals are: For lot 1: Support to CSOs for … [Read more...] about Grants to support CSOs, Democracy Activists and Human Rights Defenders – Senegal
Submit Applications for PEPFAR Uganda Community Grants Program to Combat HIV/AIDS
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 U.S. Embassy, Kampala PEPFAR Uganda Small Grants Office is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Community Grants to Combat HIV/AIDS Program. PEPFAR Uganda invites proposals for projects that do one or more of the following: Promote HIV/AIDS … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for PEPFAR Uganda Community Grants Program to Combat HIV/AIDS
Call for Proposals to support CSOs to enhance Citizen Participation in Democratic Process
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 The Transatlantic Foundation (TF), in cooperation with the Engaging Central Europe (ECE) program of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, is launching a dedicated Call for Proposals to support civil society organizations (CSOs) with the objective to enhance online and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to support CSOs to enhance Citizen Participation in Democratic Process
Open Call to strengthen the presence of Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Watchdog CSOs
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 The Transatlantic Foundation, in cooperation with the Engaging Central Europe (ECE) program of The German Marshall Found of the United States, is launching a dedicated Call for Proposals to strengthen the Presence of Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Watchdogs in Peripheral and … [Read more...] about Open Call to strengthen the presence of Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Watchdog CSOs
Culture and Art for Dialogue: Civil Society Organizations Capacity Building Grant Program (Turkey)
Deadline: 15-Jun-23 The ELELE DESTEK is pleased to announce an open call for applications to Culture and Art for Dialogue: Civil Society Organizations Capacity Building Grant Program. ELELE DESTEK, within the scope of the “Dialogue for Change Through Culture and Art (hand in hand) Project” … [Read more...] about Culture and Art for Dialogue: Civil Society Organizations Capacity Building Grant Program (Turkey)
Local Media for Democracy Grant Program
Deadline: 28-Sep-23 The Journalismfund.eu is now accepting applications for its Local Media for Democracy Grants Program. This media funding scheme injects €1.200.000 financial support to local, regional and community media who are struggling to serve the public interest in places where access … [Read more...] about Local Media for Democracy Grant Program
Grants to improve English Language Education in Ukrainian Schools
Deadline: 5-Jul-23 The Regional English Language Office (RELO) at the U.S. Embassy Kyiv Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out a program (or programs) to support English … [Read more...] about Grants to improve English Language Education in Ukrainian Schools
Call for Proposals to establish Women’s Political Leadership Academy (Georgia)
Deadline: 26-Jun-23 UN Women is seeking proposals to establish Women’s Political Leadership Academy - a tailored political literacy and voter-education programme for women activists. Women leaders, including LNOB women, have enhanced agency, voice and capacities to lead, monitor and promote … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to establish Women’s Political Leadership Academy (Georgia)
Call for Proposals: Cross-border Programme in Bosnia and Herzegovina – Montenegro
Deadline: 25-Jul-23 The European Commission (EC) is offering grants to promote good neighbourly relations, foster Union integration and contribute to social, economic and territorial development of the programme cross-border area by developing sustainable nature-and-culture tourism. Objectives … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Cross-border Programme in Bosnia and Herzegovina – Montenegro
DRL Open Competition for Building Evidence for an Integrated Human Rights Framework and Justice
Deadline: 18-Jul-23 The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for an applied research program that supports the following goal: contribute to building a portfolio of … [Read more...] about DRL Open Competition for Building Evidence for an Integrated Human Rights Framework and Justice
U.S. Mission to South Africa: American Spaces Network Management Program
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Mission to South Africa announces an open competition for organizations to apply to implement programming and outreach for its American Spaces Network. This network connects South African audiences to American people, institutions, … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to South Africa: American Spaces Network Management Program
Entries Open for Uganda National Journalism Awards 2023
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) is pleased to announce the call for entries for the Uganda National Journalism Awards 2023. The annual Uganda National Journalism Awards inspire and recognise journalism that informs and empowers the public, increases the … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Uganda National Journalism Awards 2023
Call for Applications to Counter Disinformation in Slovakia
Deadline: 15-Jun-23 The U.S. Embassy Bratislava Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to Counter Disinformation in Slovakia through programming at the American Centers in Banska … [Read more...] about Call for Applications to Counter Disinformation in Slovakia
U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka: Administrative Support – American Spaces
Deadline: 3-Jul-23 The U.S. Embassy Colombo, Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is pleased to announce a funding opportunity through the Public Diplomacy grants program for support of American Spaces in Sri Lanka. There are two awards associated with this funding opportunity: Administrative … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka: Administrative Support – American Spaces
Applications Open for the 2024 YSEALI Professional Fellows Program
Deadline: 1-Aug-23 U.S. Department of State is seeking applications to promote mutual understanding, enhance Fellows’ leadership and professional skills, and build lasting and sustainable partnerships between emerging leaders in Southeast Asia and the United States. The Young Southeast Asian … [Read more...] about Applications Open for the 2024 YSEALI Professional Fellows Program
US Embassy’s Grants to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability in Guinea
Deadline: 1-Jul-23 The U.S. Embassy Conakry Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out programs that strengthen social cohesion and improve government responsiveness, … [Read more...] about US Embassy’s Grants to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability in Guinea
SMART Balkans Project: Regional Grants Program
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The SMART Balkans Project is seeking concept notes for the Regional Grants Program. Strengthening the capacity of CSOs in the region, through enhanced cooperation between civil society and government and through building regional partnerships at all levels to increase the … [Read more...] about SMART Balkans Project: Regional Grants Program
Call for Research Projects to address Commons to Democratic Issues and Citizen Participation
Deadline: 23-Jul-23 The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) is accepting expressions of interest for the commons and citizen participation from a social and environmental justice perspective. This call is dedicated to research projects that address the contribution of the commons to … [Read more...] about Call for Research Projects to address Commons to Democratic Issues and Citizen Participation
Expressions of Interest: Community Based Organizations in Armenia
Deadline: 8-Jun-23 Civil Society in Action (CSA)/Counterpart International, in partnership with Urban Foundation for Sustainable Development and through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from Armenian CBOs to implement … [Read more...] about Expressions of Interest: Community Based Organizations in Armenia
Funding Opportunity to implement the Kazakhstan Local Governance Activity
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement from qualified entities to implement the Kazakhstan Local Governance Activity program. The Government of Kazakhstan launched its 2030 Concept for Development … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity to implement the Kazakhstan Local Governance Activity
Open Call to support and reinforcement of Capacities for Organizations of Civil Society (Equatorial Guinea)
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The European Commission has launched a call for proposals to Support and empower civil society in its actions to protect, promote democracy, human rights, the rule of law, gender equality and fundamental freedoms in Equatorial Guinea. Program Objectives This call for … [Read more...] about Open Call to support and reinforcement of Capacities for Organizations of Civil Society (Equatorial Guinea)
