Latest Grants and Resources for Democracy and Good Governance

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Open Call for Intervention Projects – II Edition (2022-2023)

Deadline: 22-May-23 Applications are now open for Second Edition of Intervention Projects under the Active Citizens Fund for Regional Programme. The Operator of the Active Citizens Fund – Regional Programme (ACF Regional, ACFR), i.e. the consortium made up of the Foundation in Support for … [Read more...] about Open Call for Intervention Projects – II Edition (2022-2023)

Call for CSOs working on Human Rights and Democracy (Costa Rica)

Deadline: 28-Feb-23 The European Commission (EC) is inviting proposals to strengthen the meaningful participation of civil society in the protection of democracy and human rights in Costa Rica and strengthen their role as key actors for good governance and sustainable and inclusive development, … [Read more...] about Call for CSOs working on Human Rights and Democracy (Costa Rica)

Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Colombia

Deadline: 31-Dec-22 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy Bogota is pleased to announce funding availability through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This grants program supports projects proposed by Colombian and/or United States non-governmental organizations (NGOs), … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Colombia

The Mapping Democracy Fellowship

Deadline: 14-Feb-23 Applications are now open for the Mapping Democracy Fellowship. The 2023 US Fellowship is a hybrid program consisting of one week of online workshops followed by two weeks of in-person programming based in Washington, DC. Following this programming, Fellows further … [Read more...] about The Mapping Democracy Fellowship

Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor: FY22 Iraq Programs

Deadline: 18-Jan-23 The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from organizations interested in submitting Statements of Interest (SOI) for programs that promote representative governance based on democratic principles, respect for … [Read more...] about Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor: FY22 Iraq Programs

UNDP: Grants for Promoting Electoral Awareness in Sierra Leone

Deadline: 19-Dec-22 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking applications for Grants to Promote Electoral Awareness for Enhancing Participation of First-time voters, Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities in the 2023 Elections. The UNDP election project “Fostering … [Read more...] about UNDP: Grants for Promoting Electoral Awareness in Sierra Leone

Humanity in Action: The Copenhagen Fellowship

Deadline: 14-Feb-23 The 2023 Copenhagen Fellowship is now open that will focus on climate change, democracy, and human rights in a world in crisis, and explore how we can strengthen active citizenship and inspire continued action. Through workshops, discussions and presentations by experts, … [Read more...] about Humanity in Action: The Copenhagen Fellowship

CFPs: Partners for Elements of UN Women Lebanon’s Thematic Area Women’s Political Participation

Deadline: 12-Jan-23 UN Women Lebanon Office welcomes proposals for partnerships to achieve results under the Women’s Political Participation (WPP) programme. UN Women in Lebanon works across the humanitarian‐development‐peace and security nexus to support national efforts for the achievement … [Read more...] about CFPs: Partners for Elements of UN Women Lebanon’s Thematic Area Women’s Political Participation

Direct Aid Program in Ecuador

Deadline: 13-Jan-23 The Australian Government is accepting applications for the Direct Aid Program. Objective Select one or more of the following objectives. Health or community sanitation Conferences or Capacity Building Conferences, training or Development of Capabilities … [Read more...] about Direct Aid Program in Ecuador

U.S. Mission Turkey: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Deadline: 15-Jan-23 U.S. Mission Turkey of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. Purpose Purpose of Public Diplomacy Grants Program: U.S. Mission Türkiye invites proposals for projects that strengthen ties … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission Turkey: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Indonesia | Funding available through Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The U.S. Mission to Indonesia is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants The U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) in Jakarta invites proposals for projects that further and support … [Read more...] about Indonesia | Funding available through Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Global Essay Competition

Deadline: 1-Feb-23 The St. Gallen Symposium has announced the applications for Global Essay Competition. Compete in the Global Essay Competition and qualify for participation as a Leader of Tomorrow in the world’s premier opportunity for cross-generational debates: The St. Gallen … [Read more...] about Global Essay Competition

Australia: 2023 Crawford-in-Queensland International Engagement Awards

Deadline: 31-Mar-23 The Queensland State Committee of the Crawford Fund is offering a small number of competitive grants for either mentoring or targeted training activities for overseas scientists and extension officers in research, extension, or governance / management. The purpose of the … [Read more...] about Australia: 2023 Crawford-in-Queensland International Engagement Awards

Call for Proposals – Grants for ROMACT “Support Organisations” in Bulgaria and Romania

Deadline: 31-Dec-22 The Council of Europe is pleased to launch a call for proposals under the Project Entitled ROMACT with an aims to co-fund national projects aimed at assisting National Support Teams with the implementation of the ROMACT methodology in Bulgaria and Romania, with the ultimate … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals – Grants for ROMACT “Support Organisations” in Bulgaria and Romania

U.S. Embassy in Honduras: Small Grants Program

Deadline: 15-Jan-23 The U.S. Embassy Honduras Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce an open competition for organizations and individuals to submit applications to carry out a program or project through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. The … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Honduras: Small Grants Program

U.S. Embassy in Netherlands: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 28-Feb-23 The U.S. Embassy The Hague’s Public Diplomacy Section (PD) is pleased to announce funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants: PD The Hague invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Netherlands: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Small & Mighty Grants Program in Sri Lanka

Deadline: 10-Jan-23 The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka has launched the Small & Mighty Grant opportunity and invites all Civil Society Organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations, and capable individuals to apply. The Small & Mighty Grants Program is funded by the U.S. Embassy in Sri … [Read more...] about Small & Mighty Grants Program in Sri Lanka

Turkey: MATRA Programme for Social Transformation Now OPEN for New Proposals!

Deadline: 15-Jan-23 The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Consulate General in Istanbul invites Turkish civil society, non-profit educational institutions, semi-governmental organizations and municipalities to submit new proposals to get support for their work. Priority … [Read more...] about Turkey: MATRA Programme for Social Transformation Now OPEN for New Proposals!

Grants to Support Rights-Based CSOs Working on Social Inclusion and Youth in Turkey

Deadline: 7-Feb-23 The European Commission (EC) has launched the call for proposals to strengthen participatory democracy as well as to contribute to the advancement of human and fundamental rights in Turkey by supporting rights-based civil society organisations. CSF-funded actions have been … [Read more...] about Grants to Support Rights-Based CSOs Working on Social Inclusion and Youth in Turkey

Open Call: CSOs as Actors in Governance and Development (Bhutan)

Deadline: 2-Feb-23 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals under the thematic programme for Civil Society Organisations and aims to strengthen CSOs as independent actors of good governance and development. Objective The global objective of this call for proposals is to strengthen … [Read more...] about Open Call: CSOs as Actors in Governance and Development (Bhutan)

European Commission CFPs: Civil Society Actor of Governance and Development

Deadline: 31-Jan-23 The European Commission is inviting proposals for the civil society actor of governance and development with an aim to strengthen civil society organizations in EU partner countries. Objectives The general objective of this call for proposals is to strengthen the … [Read more...] about European Commission CFPs: Civil Society Actor of Governance and Development

Funding Opportunity: U.S. Embassy Dhaka Public Diplomacy Section (Bangladesh)

Deadline: 31-Dec-22 U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh is pleased to announce an open competition for organizations to submit program proposals that strengthen, expand, and celebrate U.S.-Bangladesh people-to-people ties, institutional linkages, and bilateral cooperation of U.S.- Bangladesh diplomatic … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity: U.S. Embassy Dhaka Public Diplomacy Section (Bangladesh)

European Commission: Thematic Program on Human Rights and Democracy

Deadline: 10-Feb-23 The European Commission (EC) is inviting call for proposals for the Thematic Programme on Human Rights and Democracy (HR&D) to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms, democracy and rule of law worldwide through support to civil society initiatives. It … [Read more...] about European Commission: Thematic Program on Human Rights and Democracy

USAID-Mozambique: Grants for Promoting Democracy and Human Rights Activity

Deadline: 27-Jan-23 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement from qualified entities to implement the Promoting Democracy and Human Rights (DIREITOS) activity. The goal of this program is to increase political … [Read more...] about USAID-Mozambique: Grants for Promoting Democracy and Human Rights Activity

European Commission Request for Proposals: Capacity Building in the Field of Youth

Deadline: 8-Mar-23 The European Commission (EC) has launched the proposals for Capacity Building in the Field of Youth. Capacity-building projects are international cooperation projects based on multilateral partnerships betweenorganisations active in the field of youth in Programme and third … [Read more...] about European Commission Request for Proposals: Capacity Building in the Field of Youth

State Board Programming Grants in the US

Deadline: 15-Feb-23 The National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) seeks proposals that support the work of state historical records advisory boards through projects that engage the public, expand civic education, and promote understanding of the nation’s history, democracy, … [Read more...] about State Board Programming Grants in the US

UK: ‘Surviving to Thriving’ Business Support Programme 2023

Deadline: 12-Dec-22 Applications for the 2023 Business Support Programme 'Surviving to Thriving' are now open! The NLHF-funded Business Support Programme, ‘Surviving to Thriving’ was developed by Museum Galleries Scotland (MGS), Built Environment Forum Scotland (BEFS), and greenspace Scotland … [Read more...] about UK: ‘Surviving to Thriving’ Business Support Programme 2023

Call for Proposals: INTERREG Italy-Croatia Programme

Deadline: 28-Feb-23 The INTERREG VI-A Italy–Croatia 2021-2027, a Cross-Border Cooperation Programme in the framework of the European Territorial Cooperation, is launching the 1st Call for Proposals for two typologies of projects, Standard and Small-scale projects. The Programme area’s greatest … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: INTERREG Italy-Croatia Programme

The 2023 Mark Palmer Prize: Call for Nominations

Deadline: 31-Dec-22 Freedom House is soliciting nominations for the 2023 Mark Palmer Prize, which recognizes exceptional achievements to protect and advance democracy by diplomats and officials serving in intergovernmental institutions. The award takes its name from the late Mark Palmer, a … [Read more...] about The 2023 Mark Palmer Prize: Call for Nominations

Global Europe Thematic Programme on Human Rights and Democracy

Deadline: 27-Mar-23 The European Commission is pleased to announce the Open applications of the Global Europe Thematic Programme on Human rights and Democracy that contributes to justice and the rule of law through increased accountability for serious human rights violations and … [Read more...] about Global Europe Thematic Programme on Human Rights and Democracy

32nd Annual Emerald Awards in Canada

Deadline: 14-Feb-23 Alberta Emerald Foundation is inviting applications for the 32nd Annual Emerald Awards to showcase organizations, projects, and individuals from across Alberta that are working to address environmental and climate change issues. The 32nd Annual Emerald Awards will be held … [Read more...] about 32nd Annual Emerald Awards in Canada

Call for Nominations: FAC 2022 Free Speech And Open Government Award (US)

Deadline: 27-Jan-23 The First Amendment Coalition is accepting nominations for its 2022 Free Speech & Open Government Award, given each year to recognize significant achievement in advancing freedom of information and expression. The award recognizes outstanding accomplishment, service or … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: FAC 2022 Free Speech And Open Government Award (US)

Call for Concept Proposals: Prevention of Violent Extremism Project (Malaysia)

Deadline: 2-Dec-22 UNDP Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei Darussalam is seeking qualified organisations to submit a Concept Proposal for Preventing/Countering Violent Extremism (PCVE) initiatives. The overall objective of the project is to strengthen the ability of Southeast Asian countries to … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Proposals: Prevention of Violent Extremism Project (Malaysia)

UNICEF Canada’s Youth Advocacy Program

Deadline: 11-Dec-22 UNICEF Canada is looking for young people between the ages of 13-24 for the 2023 Youth Advocacy Program. This is an opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills and learn how to become powerful advocates and activists on the issues that you are passionate. UNICEF … [Read more...] about UNICEF Canada’s Youth Advocacy Program

EC Call for Proposals: Thematic Program for Civil Society Organizations in Uruguay

Deadline: 15-Mar-23 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals for its Thematic Program: Civil Society Organizations in Uruguay. The purpose of this call in Uruguay is to strengthen the commitment of civil society organizations (CSOs) as actors of good governance and development at the … [Read more...] about EC Call for Proposals: Thematic Program for Civil Society Organizations in Uruguay

South Africa: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 30-Apr-23 The U.S. Mission to South Africa, Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that support is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants PAS Mission South Africa invites proposals for … [Read more...] about South Africa: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

2023 ‘Open Minds – Young Voices’ Youth Activists Programme in Nigeria

Deadline: 18-Dec-22 The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) has announced the Open Minds - Young Voices Programme, an empowerment programme aimed at developing young, motivated and proactive Nigerians that are working and advocating for social justice and good governance and have great leadership … [Read more...] about 2023 ‘Open Minds – Young Voices’ Youth Activists Programme in Nigeria

Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Malawi

Deadline: 31-May-23 The U.S. Embassy Lilongwe Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that they are accepting proposals for the Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants PDS invites proposals for projects that strengthen … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Malawi

2022 Homo Homini Award – Nominate Your Hero

Deadline: 12-Dec-22 Nominations are now open for the People in Need’s Homo Homini Award 2022 to acknowledge all individuals and organizations for their efforts and help promote their cases in case they are persecuted. Homo Homini has become one of the most prestigeous awards of its kind. Every … [Read more...] about 2022 Homo Homini Award – Nominate Your Hero

U.S. Mission to North Macedonia: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program 2023

Deadline: 15-Aug-23 The U.S. Embassy Skopje Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants PAS Skopje invites proposals for programs that strengthen … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to North Macedonia: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program 2023

NOFO: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Mali

Deadline: 31-Jan-23 The U.S. Embassy Bamako Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding will be available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants PAS Bamako invites proposals for projects that strengthen … [Read more...] about NOFO: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Mali

[Fighting Disinformation] WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award 2023

Deadline: 15-Jan-23 Nominations are now open for the WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award 2023. Theme Digitalisation has transformed the way people interact with each other in a profound way. New technology allows them to connect with people from all over the world, share knowledge and … [Read more...] about [Fighting Disinformation] WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award 2023

Professional Fellows Program: Governance and Society & Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Deadline: 31-Jan-23 The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs is accepting applications for its Professional Fellows Program (PFP): Governance and Society & Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The PFP for Europe and Eurasia is a two-way, global exchange program designed to promote mutual … [Read more...] about Professional Fellows Program: Governance and Society & Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Kosovar Civil Society Foundation: Small Project Grants (Kosovo)

Deadline: 31-Dec-22 The Kosovar Civil Society Foundation (KCSF) is currently accepting applications for its Small Project Grants to support civil society initiatives through grants and capacity building with the overall aim to contribute to a democratic and inclusive society in Kosovo, on its … [Read more...] about Kosovar Civil Society Foundation: Small Project Grants (Kosovo)

CFPs: Support CSOs as Actors of Governance & Development in Partner Countries – Mongolia

Deadline: 15-Feb-23 The European Commission (EC) is offering grants to support Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) as actors of governance and development in partner countries. The global objective of this call for proposals is to strengthen CSOs in Mongolia as independent actors of good … [Read more...] about CFPs: Support CSOs as Actors of Governance & Development in Partner Countries – Mongolia

Leadership in Government Fellowship – United States

Deadline: 31-Jan-23 The Open Society Foundations is seeking applications for its Leadership in Government Fellowships Program to support former senior-level government staff in the United States who have recently left public service and have played a significant role in advancing social change … [Read more...] about Leadership in Government Fellowship – United States

Open Call for Proposals for Small Capacity Building Grants (Estonia)

Deadline: 4-Dec-22 The Open Estonia Foundation is announcing an open call for proposals for civil society organisations that are aimed at enhanced capacity and sustainability of civil society organisations. The Active Citizens Fund seeks to develop the long-term sustainability and capacity of … [Read more...] about Open Call for Proposals for Small Capacity Building Grants (Estonia)

Call for Applications from Young People to Participate in the 2023 Edition of the “Rejuvenating Politics” Initiative

Deadline: 6-Jan-23 As part of its "Rejuvenating Politics" initiative, the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe is calling for applications from young people from Council of Europe member States, aged between 18 to 30. One young person from each of the 46 member … [Read more...] about Call for Applications from Young People to Participate in the 2023 Edition of the “Rejuvenating Politics” Initiative

McCain Global Leaders Program

Deadline: 15-Jan-23 Application are now open for McCain Global Leaders Program that supports character-driven leaders from around the world who embody Senator John McCain’s legacy of serving a cause greater than oneself. Structured as a 10-month fellowship and experiential learning experience, … [Read more...] about McCain Global Leaders Program

NOFO: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Togo)

Deadline: 31-Aug-23 The U.S. Embassy in Lome-Togo through this Notice of Funding Opportunity is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. The purpose of Small Grants: PAS Lome invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties … [Read more...] about NOFO: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Togo)

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