Deadline: 17-May-24 The World Forum for Democracy calls for expressions of interest from innovative initiatives, from all over the world, aiming at enhancing democracy and contributing to sustainable peace. The strength of democracy lies in its ability to embrace and balance differences to … [Read more...] about Call for “Democracy and Diversity – Can we transcend the divides?” Initiatives
Latest Grants and Resources for Human Rights
View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Human Rights for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Call for Proposals to support CSOs focusing on Peacebuilding and Recovery in Yemen
Deadline: 30-Apr-24 The Women’s Peace & Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a call for proposals in Yemen to support civil society organizations to implement projects focusing on peacebuilding and recovery, as well as supporting local women and young women's rights organizations through … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to support CSOs focusing on Peacebuilding and Recovery in Yemen
TFD announces Domestic Grants in Taiwan
Deadline: 15-Apr-24 The Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD) is seeking applications for the Domestic Grants to encourage academic institutions, think tanks, non-governmental organizations (excluding for-profit organizations), and other relevant organizations to promote activities related to … [Read more...] about TFD announces Domestic Grants in Taiwan
Call for Concept Notes: Projects promoting Equal Rights for Women and Girls (Armenia)
Deadline: 05-Apr-24 The Embassy of the Netherlands in Armenia is inviting applications for the projects promoting equal rights for women and girls. Equal rights for women and girls means: Prevention of violence against women and girls in public and private life, Strengthened voices of … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: Projects promoting Equal Rights for Women and Girls (Armenia)
CFPs: The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Egypt (2024)
Deadline: 13-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada in Egypt is seeking applications 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 … [Read more...] about CFPs: The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Egypt (2024)
SwedBio Funding Program for CSOs, International Organisations, Institutes & Universities
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity SwedBio welcomes submissions of concept notes to support a limited number of strategic initiatives through their ‘Collaborative Partner Implementation Pathway’. Themes Grouped under Themes are five different thematic focal areas, some with close interlinkages. … [Read more...] about SwedBio Funding Program for CSOs, International Organisations, Institutes & Universities
Call for Proposals: Human Rights & Democracy (Angola)
Deadline: 16-Apr-24 The European Commission (EC) is accepting proposals to contribute to strengthening the protection and respect for Human Rights, Democracy and fundamental freedoms in Angola, in situations where they are most at risk. Objectives Taking into account the current national … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Human Rights & Democracy (Angola)
Call for Proposals to enhance CSO Participation in Development Agenda – Namibia
Deadline: 17-May-24 The European Commission (EC) is accepting proposals to enhance CSO participation, free and independent engagement in the definition and implementation of the country’s development agenda with a special focus on sustainable, equitable and inclusive natural resources management … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to enhance CSO Participation in Development Agenda – Namibia
Study of the U.S. Institutes Madeleine K. Albright Young Women Leaders Program
Deadline: 06-May-24 The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs invites proposal submissions from U.S. public and private academic and cultural institutions, exchange-of-persons, and other notfor-profit organizations for the design and implementation of four Institutes for the Study of the … [Read more...] about Study of the U.S. Institutes Madeleine K. Albright Young Women Leaders Program
Call for LOIs: Addressing areas of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in sub-Saharan Africa
Deadline: 13-May-24 Canada’s International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and other funding partners are inviting applications to submit Letters of Interest(LOIs) for addressing neglected areas of sexual and reproductive health and rights in sub-Saharan Africa (ANSRHRA). ANSRHRA is an … [Read more...] about Call for LOIs: Addressing areas of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in sub-Saharan Africa
U.S. Embassy in Slovenia NGO Small Grants
Deadline: 31-Mar-2024 The U.S. Embassy in Ljubljana, Slovenia announces this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for Slovenian civil society organizations. The Embassy continues to offer grants for well-conceived and managed projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Slovenia … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Slovenia NGO Small Grants
CFPs: The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Brazil (2024)
Deadline: 01-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada in Brazil is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) in Brazil. The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global … [Read more...] about CFPs: The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Brazil (2024)
Comprehensive In-School Democracy and Human Rights Education Program (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 26-Apr-24 The United States Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina, through the Public Diplomacy Section, is pleased to announce a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Comprehensive In-School Civic Education Program. This year-long program will support educational authorities in … [Read more...] about Comprehensive In-School Democracy and Human Rights Education Program (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Notice of Funding Opportunity: Promoting an Inclusive West Africa (PIWA)
Deadline: 07-May-24 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 a project to address the ethnic marginalization across Coastal West Africa. DRL seeks proposals for … [Read more...] about Notice of Funding Opportunity: Promoting an Inclusive West Africa (PIWA)
Applications open for Racial Equity Research Grants
Deadline: 29-May-24 The Spencer Foundation is currently accepting applications for Racial Equity Research Grants to support education research projects that will contribute to understanding and ameliorating racial inequality in education. The goal for this program is to support rigorous, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Racial Equity Research Grants
Call for Proposals: Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Jamaica)
Deadline: 15-May-24 The U.S. Embassy Kingston Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce the funding opportunity through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. Funding Categories FY24 Annual Call for Proposals will cover various funding activity … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Jamaica)
Call for Applications: SI Ukraine Cooperation Programme
Deadline: 15-May-24 The Swedish Institute (SI) offers Swedish actors and their cooperation partners in Ukraine grants to jointly implement projects aimed at supporting Ukraine's reconstruction, reform efforts, and EU integration in areas such as inclusive economic development, entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: SI Ukraine Cooperation Programme
U.S. Embassy Conakry Notice of Funding Opportunity: Tech Camp Program
Deadline: 15-Apr-24 The U.S. Embassy Conakry is pleased to announce an open grant competition to award a cooperative agreement to organize a TechCamp, a program within the U.S. Department of State’s Educational and Cultural Affairs Bureau. The Embassy’s Public Affairs Office invites proposals … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Conakry Notice of Funding Opportunity: Tech Camp Program
Call for Applications for Community-based Approaches to Prevent and Address Hate Crime
Deadline: 04-Jun-24 The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is seeking applications for Community-based Approaches to Prevent and Address Hate Crime. OJP is committed to advancing work that promotes civil rights and equity, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for Community-based Approaches to Prevent and Address Hate Crime
MESA Global Academy Scholarships Program
Deadline: 01-May-24 Apply for the MESA Global Academy, a project of MESA in partnership with the City University of New York and other university partners, with generous support from the Carnegie Corporation, the Ellis L. Phillips Foundation, and the Persian Heritage Foundation. The MESA … [Read more...] about MESA Global Academy Scholarships Program
2024 Media Professionalization Assistance Program – Montenegro
Deadline: 14-May-24 The U.S. Embassy Podgorica’s Public Diplomacy Section announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the 2024 Media Professionalization Assistance Program. Priority Areas Project proposals should address at least one of the following priority areas: Support … [Read more...] about 2024 Media Professionalization Assistance Program – Montenegro
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Zambia)
Deadline: 15-Apr-24 The U.S. Embassy Zambia is pleased to announce its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program for Zambian non-profit and non-governmental organizations to support U.S. goals in the Republic of Zambia. The Public Diplomacy Section invites proposals from non-profit and … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Zambia)
Nominations open for RWJF Culture of Health Prize – United States
Deadline: 03-Jun-24 The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) has launched the Culture of Health Prize (“the Prize”) to honor the work of communities that are at the forefront of addressing structural racism and other structural injustices to advance health, opportunity, and equity for … [Read more...] about Nominations open for RWJF Culture of Health Prize – United States
The Fat Beehive Foundation Small Grants Programme (UK)
Deadline: 29-Mar-24 The Fat Beehive Foundation is seeking applications for its small grants programme to help other UK based charities to carry out their work in a more efficient and effective way, resulting in positive social benefit. The Fat Beehive Foundation is an independent UK registered … [Read more...] about The Fat Beehive Foundation Small Grants Programme (UK)
CFAs: Grants to support Activities on Combating Hate Speech (North Macedonia)
Deadline: 13-Apr-24 Within the framework of the joint European Union/Council of Europe Horizontal Facility programme and its action on “Combating Hatred and Intolerance in North Macedonia”, the Council of Europe is launching a call for applications for grants scheme “Support to local … [Read more...] about CFAs: Grants to support Activities on Combating Hate Speech (North Macedonia)
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau (2024)
Deadline: 05-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada to the Gambia, Guinea, and Guinea-Bissau 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 … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau (2024)
Call for Proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives 2024 (Senegal)
Deadline: 05-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada to Senegal has announced applications 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 … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives 2024 (Senegal)
EC: Thematic Programmes for CSOs and for Human Rights and Democracy (Israel)
Deadline: 07-May-24 The European Commission (EC) is looking for applications for Thematic Programmes for Civil Society Organisations (CSO) and for Human Rights and Democracy to contribute to the upholding of democratic principles, to the promotion and protection of human rights, and to the … [Read more...] about EC: Thematic Programmes for CSOs and for Human Rights and Democracy (Israel)
U.S. Mission to Kenya: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 30-Jun-2024 The U.S. Embassy Nairobi, Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) 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 PDS Nairobi invites proposals for programs that … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Kenya: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
CFPs: Improving access to Protection and Sustainable Integration of Migrants in Morocco
Deadline: 23-Apr-24 The European Commission (EC) has launched a call for proposals to strengthen the protection and resilience of people most exposed migrants and strengthen socio-economic cohesion in communities. Program Objectives The specific objectives (OS) of this call for proposals … [Read more...] about CFPs: Improving access to Protection and Sustainable Integration of Migrants in Morocco
CFPs: “Mental Health and Freedom of the LGBT+ community in Cambodia”
Deadline: 31-Mar-24 The French Embassy of Cambodia is seeking proposals for Cambodian civil society on the theme “Mental health and freedom to be of the LGBT+ community”. The Fonds Equipe France- organisations de la society civile (FEF-OSC) is the main tool used by French embassies worldwide … [Read more...] about CFPs: “Mental Health and Freedom of the LGBT+ community in Cambodia”
EC announces a Call for Proposals to support Persons with Disabilities (PwDs)
Deadline: 23-May-24 The European Commission (EC) has announced the call for proposals for enjoyment of human rights and other fundamental freedoms by all persons with disabilities (PwDs) in Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Objectives The specific objective(s) of this call for proposals … [Read more...] about EC announces a Call for Proposals to support Persons with Disabilities (PwDs)
Call for Applications: Polish Aid Small Grants Programme (Kenya)
Deadline: 24-Mar-24 The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Nairobi invites all interested Kenyan organizations to take part in a call for applications for projects implemented with the Polish Aid Small Grants scheme in 2024. Thematic Areas The project proposal submitted to the Embassy … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Polish Aid Small Grants Programme (Kenya)
Critical Response Fund – United States
Deadline: 13-May-2024 The Crossroads Fund is offering grants to support community organizations working on issues of racial, social and economic justice in the Chicago area. The Crossroads Fund re-affirms their commitment to supporting grassroots groups working to reduce the harm of these … [Read more...] about Critical Response Fund – United States
International Protection Integration Fund 2024 – Ireland
Deadline: 06-Mar-2024 The Minister of State Joe O’Brien is inviting applications for the International Protection Integration Fund. Purpose and Goal The purpose of the International Protection Integration Fund 2024 is to support communities across Ireland to play a greater role in promoting … [Read more...] about International Protection Integration Fund 2024 – Ireland
Funding available for Prevention and Early Intervention of Girls Trafficking – US
Deadline: 24-Apr-24 The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) is seeking applications for funding. OJP is committed to advancing work that promotes civil rights and equity, increases access to justice, supports crime victims and … [Read more...] about Funding available for Prevention and Early Intervention of Girls Trafficking – US
Call for Applications: Pushing Against Racism Fund 2024-25
Deadline: 27-Mar-24 The good push alliance is excited to announce the 3rd annual Pushing Against Racism Fund, which aims to financially support and strengthen diversity and inclusion within the social skateboarding community worldwide. Access to funds is one of the top issues facing social … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Pushing Against Racism Fund 2024-25
NOFO: DRL Strengthening Civil Society Resiliency in the Kyrgyz Republic
Deadline: 06-May-24 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations to strengthen civil society resiliency in the Kyrgyz Republic. DRL aims to maintain civil space and build civil society resiliency. This project’s … [Read more...] about NOFO: DRL Strengthening Civil Society Resiliency in the Kyrgyz Republic
“Civil Society Organizations and Human Rights & Democracy” Thematic Program in Brazil
Deadline: 02-May-24 The European Union Delegation in Brazil has launched a call for proposals for its thematic program on human rights and democracy to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms, democracy and the rule of law. The EU and Brazil are strategic partners who have … [Read more...] about “Civil Society Organizations and Human Rights & Democracy” Thematic Program in Brazil
U.S. Mission to France Small Grants Program
Deadline: 29-Apr-24 The U.S. Mission to France Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) to carry out programs aligned with the Embassy funding priorities, the strategic themes they focus on, … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to France Small Grants Program
Call for Research Projects on National Security and Human Rights
Deadline: 08-Apr-24 The Rights & Security International (RSI) is pleased to open this call for proposals from legally registered not-for-profit organisations in Colombia, Peru, Ecuador or Indonesia that address issues of national security and human rights. RSI is an international human … [Read more...] about Call for Research Projects on National Security and Human Rights
Call for Proposals: Support of Human Rights in Lebanon
Deadline: 26-Apr-24 The European Commission (EC) has announced a call for proposals to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms in Lebanon. Objectives Specific objective 1 - Protecting and empowering individuals: to contribute to the full enjoyment by every one of all human … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Support of Human Rights in Lebanon
Rapid Response Fund to tackle HIV-related Human Rights Challenges
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity Frontline AIDS has launched the applications for the Rapid Response Fund to support marginalised communities to tackle HIV-related human rights challenges The Rapid Response Fund helps organisations and individuals to tackle HIV-related human rights challenges, … [Read more...] about Rapid Response Fund to tackle HIV-related Human Rights Challenges
Call for Applications: The Sigourney Award 2024
Deadline: 31-Jul-24 Applications are now open for The Sigourney Award that invests in the future of psychoanalysis by rewarding outstanding work that: represents a significant contribution to psychoanalysis and/or psychoanalytic principles, and/or brings innovation to the field of … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: The Sigourney Award 2024
Call for Grant Proposals: Hansen’s Disease FY2024
Deadline: 12-Apr-24 The Sasakawa Health Foundation is seeking applications for its Hansen’s Disease/ Leprosy Grant Program to promote projects to build a society where Hansen’s disease (leprosy) is not deemed an issue, discrimination and stigma do not exist, and persons affected by Hansen’s … [Read more...] about Call for Grant Proposals: Hansen’s Disease FY2024
Advocacy of Women’s Labor Rights Grant Program (Georgia)
Deadline: 27-Mar-24 The Women's Fund in Georgia has announced a grant competition for women's labor rights to support initiatives that serve to empower women, queer and trans people, increase knowledge and advocacy on labor rights, change policies, practices, views and attitudes related to these … [Read more...] about Advocacy of Women’s Labor Rights Grant Program (Georgia)
Call for Applications: Embassy funded Human Rights projects
Deadline: 20-Mar-2024 The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Sri Lanka is pleased to announce an open call for applications for human rights projects under embassy funding to promotion and protection of the human rights worldwide. Funding Information Budget should be realistic … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Embassy funded Human Rights projects
South Asian Bar Association of North America Foundation Grant Program
Deadline: 14-Apr-24 Applications are now open for the South Asian Bar Association of North America Foundation Grant Program to support access to justice for South Asian communities in North America and advances causes important to the communities they serve. Each year, the Foundation … [Read more...] about South Asian Bar Association of North America Foundation Grant Program
EC Programme for CSOs to enhance Governance, Development and Human Rights Processes (Rwanda)
Deadline: 19-Apr-24 The European Commission seeking applications for a programme to enhance civil society organisations' (CSOs) contributions to governance, development and human rights processes and outcomes. The Thematic Programme for Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) aims at strengthening … [Read more...] about EC Programme for CSOs to enhance Governance, Development and Human Rights Processes (Rwanda)
CFPs: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Indonesia and Timor-Leste (2024)
Deadline: 08-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada to Indonesia and Timor-Leste is pleased to launch 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 … [Read more...] about CFPs: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Indonesia and Timor-Leste (2024)
