The Municipality of Travnik, in partnership with UNDP, invites civil society organizations in Bosnia and Herzegovina to submit project proposals under the Regional Programme for Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 3 (ReLOaD3), funded by the EU. Projects should focus on social security, health, culture, sports, environment, youth protection, and civic participation, promoting participatory democracy and community well-being.
Overview of the Programme
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Regional initiative implemented across Western Balkan countries.
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Aims to strengthen participatory democracy and cooperation between local authorities and civil society.
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Supports projects contributing to local development goals and responding to community-identified needs.
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Funded by the European Union and implemented locally with UNDP support.
Focus Areas and Priorities
Projects should align with the following priorities:
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Social security and health protection.
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Culture and sports.
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Environmental sustainability and protection.
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Youth protection and engagement.
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Civic participation and community involvement.
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Activities must reflect SDG-aligned priorities confirmed through consultations with citizens and civil society representatives.
Grant Details
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Open to civil society organizations registered in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Projects divided into three funding lots, each with varying project durations of 4–10 months.
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Funding supports initiatives that deliver measurable outcomes and promote inclusive, participatory approaches.
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Exact funding amounts depend on the selected lot and project scope.
Who Can Apply
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Civil society organizations legally registered in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Organizations capable of delivering community-oriented, participatory projects.
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Preference for initiatives addressing local needs identified through consultation.
Application Process
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Complete documentation must be submitted within the announced timeframe.
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Public presentation of the call organized by the Municipality and UNDP to support applicant understanding.
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Mentoring support is available during the application period to enhance proposal quality.
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Results published after evaluation, with selected applicants notified in writing.
Selection Criteria
Projects will be evaluated based on:
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Alignment with local development goals and ReLOaD3 priorities.
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Participatory and inclusive approach engaging community members.
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Potential for measurable community impact.
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Feasibility of implementation within the defined project duration.
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Contribution to strengthening participatory democracy and collaboration with local authorities.
Why This Programme Matters
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Strengthens civil society participation in local governance.
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Encourages inclusive decision-making and civic engagement.
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Supports sustainable local development across multiple sectors.
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Promotes cooperation between civil society and local authorities.
Tips for Applicants
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Clearly link project activities to community-identified needs.
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Demonstrate inclusive, participatory approaches.
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Provide a detailed work plan, timeline, and expected outcomes.
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Highlight potential for measurable community impact.
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Attend public presentations and utilize mentoring support to strengthen proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Who is eligible to apply? Civil society organizations registered in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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What sectors are funded? Social security, health, culture, sports, environment, youth protection, and civic participation.
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What is the duration of funded projects? 4–10 months depending on the funding lot.
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Is mentoring available for applicants? Yes, mentoring support and public presentations are provided.
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How are results communicated? Selected applicants are notified in writing; results are published after evaluation.
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What is the focus of ReLOaD3? Strengthening participatory democracy, community engagement, and cooperation between civil society and local authorities.
Conclusion
The ReLOaD3 public call empowers civil society organizations in Bosnia and Herzegovina to implement projects that strengthen participatory democracy, community well-being, and local development. Through inclusive approaches, mentoring support, and measurable outcomes, the programme fosters sustainable collaboration between communities and local authorities.
For more information, visit UNDP.