Deadline: 11-Jun-2026
The UNDP GEF Small Grants Programme in Fiji is inviting eligible organisations to submit project concepts for grant support focused on chemicals and waste management. The programme supports innovative, community-driven solutions that improve environmental sustainability and reduce risks associated with improper waste and chemical handling.
It is aligned with Strategic Initiative IV of the Country Programme Strategy and aims to strengthen local environmental action through practical, scalable interventions.
Program Overview
- Supports environmental projects in Fiji focused on chemicals and waste management
- Encourages innovative and sustainable community-based solutions
- Strengthens local capacity for environmental protection
- Implements Strategic Initiative IV of the Country Programme Strategy
- Uses a concept-to-proposal selection process
- Focuses on measurable environmental impact
Key Focus Areas
- Safe and sustainable chemicals management
- Waste reduction, reuse, and recycling initiatives
- Community-led environmental protection projects
- Pollution prevention and control measures
- Sustainable waste disposal systems
- Awareness and education on chemicals and waste risks
- Local innovation in environmental sustainability
Funding Details
- Maximum grant amount: up to US$50,000
- Funding supports selected environmental projects
- Initial submission required as a project concept note
- Only shortlisted applicants proceed to full proposal stage
- Focus on implementation of practical, community-level solutions
Eligible Applicants
- Local non-governmental organisations
- Civil society organisations
- Community-based organisations
Applicants must:
- Be based in Fiji
- Be actively engaged in environmental or community development work
- Demonstrate capacity to implement project activities
- Focus on chemicals and/or waste management issues
Application Process
- Step 1: Submit a project concept note
- Step 2: Concept review and selection by programme administrators
- Step 3: Selected applicants invited to submit full proposal
- Step 4: Final funding decisions based on detailed proposals
Eligible Activities
- Community waste management projects
- Chemicals safety and handling initiatives
- Recycling and circular economy solutions
- Pollution reduction and environmental cleanup activities
- Environmental education and awareness campaigns
- Development of local waste management systems
- Sustainable disposal and treatment solutions
Program Objectives
- Improve chemicals and waste management practices in Fiji
- Reduce environmental pollution and associated health risks
- Strengthen community-led environmental solutions
- Promote sustainable and circular waste systems
- Build local capacity for environmental stewardship
- Support innovative approaches to environmental challenges
Key Selection Priorities
- Strong environmental impact and sustainability outcomes
- Community engagement and participation
- Innovation in waste or chemicals management
- Feasibility and clarity of implementation plan
- Long-term environmental benefits
- Alignment with national and GEF strategic priorities
Conclusion
The UNDP GEF Small Grants Programme in Fiji provides funding of up to US$50,000 for community-led projects focused on chemicals and waste management. By supporting innovative and sustainable environmental initiatives, the programme strengthens local capacity, reduces pollution risks, and promotes long-term environmental protection across Fijian communities.
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