Deadline: 14-May-23
The “Wild Incubator Program” invites organizations to submit proposals for innovative conservation projects.
The CWS is particularly interested in projects that focus human-wildlife interactions, combat wildlife trade and illegal hunting, promote biodiversity conservation and one health, and focus on restoration and rewilding. They believe that conservation solutions that engage with local stakeholders, use strong science, and have compelling storytelling have the greatest potential to create positive change.
India is a megadiversity country, home to several endangered and critically endangered wildlife, and it is crucial that they take action to protect their habitats and prevent further biodiversity loss. The recent Kumin-Montreal Agreement also highlighted the importance of habitat protection and restoration. They are excited to support innovative conservation projects that make a measurable impact in the Western and Eastern Ghats regions of India.
Award Details
- The top five submissions will receive a grant award of Rs 20,00,000 each for a period of one year (FY 2023-24).
Eligibility Criteria
- The proposal has to be submitted through an organization. No individual proposals will be entertained.
- The project cannot be an academic research project (example master’s or doctoral research).
- The Organization should be a registered non-profit organization/NGO in India.
- Should have CSR1, 80G and 12A Registrations.
Evaluation of Projects
- Proposals will be evaluated based on their eligibility, relevance, goals, objectives, methodology, scale, creativity, innovation and potential impacts. Projects that involve lesser-known, data-deficient, and threatened species and habitats will be given priority. The proposals will be assessed by an eminent jury panel expert in the environmental and social sector.
Timelines
- Selection Process including submissions of videos and other details: 15-30th May 2023
- Grantee Announcement: 1st June 2023.
- Project Kickoffs, MoU Signing and Release of 1st Tranche: 15th June 2023
- The 2nd Tranche will be released around December 2023 upon completion of 80% of funds and verification of project progress.
For more information, visit Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS).