Deadline: 06-Jul-2026
The ADA-funded project “Institutionalization of quality services for the rehabilitation and reintegration of victims of violence II” is offering small sub-grants to NGOs in Montenegro. The initiative strengthens gender-based violence (GBV) rehabilitation and reintegration services, promotes gender equality, and improves access to survivor-centered support for women and children.
Each selected NGO can receive up to €4,000 under a total €12,000 funding pool, with implementation periods of 4–6 months.
Overview of the Programme
This initiative is part of a regional Western Balkans programme supported by ADA and implemented in collaboration with civil society organisations across:
- Montenegro
- Albania
- Serbia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Kosovo
- North Macedonia
The project aims to improve GBV response systems in line with the Istanbul Convention and strengthen cooperation among women’s organisations in the region.
Core Objective
The main objective is to strengthen rehabilitation and reintegration services for survivors of:
- Gender-based violence (GBV)
- Domestic violence
The programme also promotes:
- Gender equality
- Human rights-based approaches
- Women’s empowerment
- Institutional strengthening of support systems
Key Thematic Areas
Survivor Support Services
- Rehabilitation services for survivors of violence
- Reintegration into society
- Psychosocial and legal support systems
- Access to safe and quality services
Gender equality and Human Rights
- Promotion of Gender equality policies
- Human rights-based programming
- Advocacy for survivor protection systems
Women’s Civil Society Empowerment
- Strengthening women-led NGOs
- Capacity building for local organisations
- Supporting grassroots advocacy
Inclusion of Marginalised Groups
Special focus is placed on:
- Roma and Egyptian women
- Minority communities
- LBT women
- Women with disabilities
- Women in rural areas
Regional Cooperation
The programme strengthens cross-border collaboration among women’s organisations in the Western Balkans.
Key goals:
- Knowledge sharing across countries
- Regional advocacy coordination
- Policy harmonisation aligned with the Istanbul Convention
Funding Overview
- Total fund available: €12,000
- Sub-grant per organisation: €4,000
- Number of grants in this cycle: 3 organisations
- Total project period: 3 years (multi-cycle support)
- Activity duration per grant: 4–6 months
Eligible Applicants
Eligible organisations must be:
- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
- Registered in Montenegro
- Actively working in GBV, gender equality, or human rights
Priority Applicants
Preference will be given to:
- Women’s rights organisations
- NGOs providing direct GBV support services
- Community-based and local organisations
- Organisations working with vulnerable groups
Expected Activities
Selected NGOs will implement local-level interventions such as:
- Survivor support and rehabilitation activities
- Awareness and prevention programs
- Community outreach on GBV services
- Capacity strengthening of local service providers
- Advocacy for improved institutional response systems
Expected Outcomes
The programme aims to achieve:
- Improved quality of GBV support services
- Increased survivor empowerment and autonomy
- Stronger institutional frameworks for GBV response
- Enhanced capacity of women’s civil society organisations
- Stronger regional cooperation among NGOs
Implementation Approach
Selected organisations will:
- Implement community-based activities
- Work within survivor-centered frameworks
- Align with national and regional GBV policies
- Contribute to long-term institutional strengthening
Project Duration
- Implementation period: 4 to 6 months
- Overall programme duration: 3 years (multi-cycle)
- Current call: Cycle 2 (3 organisations selected)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Weak alignment with GBV or human rights focus
- Lack of experience working with survivors
- Ignoring inclusion of marginalised groups
- Overly general or non-community-based proposals
- Poor understanding of survivor-centered approaches
- Unrealistic activity planning for short duration
Why This Programme Matters
This initiative strengthens frontline GBV response systems in Montenegro by:
- Expanding access to survivor support services
- Strengthening women-led civil society organisations
- Improving reintegration pathways for survivors
- Enhancing regional cooperation on GBV response
- Aligning national systems with international standards such as the Istanbul Convention
FAQ
What is the purpose of this call?
To fund NGOs in Montenegro to improve rehabilitation and reintegration services for survivors of gender-based violence.
Who can apply?
Non-governmental organisations registered in Montenegro working in GBV, gender equality, or human rights.
How much funding is available?
Each selected NGO can receive €4,000, from a total €12,000 fund.
What is the project duration?
Between 4 and 6 months per selected project.
How many organisations will be funded?
Three organisations will be selected in this cycle.
What are priority target groups?
Marginalised women including Roma and Egyptian women, LBT women, women with disabilities, and rural women.
What is the main goal of the programme?
To improve survivor-centered GBV rehabilitation and reintegration services and strengthen institutional support systems.
Conclusion
The ADA-funded Montenegro sub-grant initiative is a targeted, community-level funding opportunity focused on strengthening gender-based violence response systems. By supporting small women-led and community-based NGOs, the programme aims to improve survivor rehabilitation services, promote gender equality, and reinforce regional cooperation across the Western Balkans.
For more information, visit Women’s Rights Center.
