RFPs: Trauma-Informed Remembrance Programme (Ukraine)

The Community-Led Remembrance Initiatives Grant 2026 supports projects in Ukraine that preserve the memory of the Russo-Ukrainian war through trauma-informed, inclusive, and community-led remembrance practices. Grants ranging from 3,000,000 to 7,000,000 Ukrainian hryvnias (UAH) are available for projects lasting 8–9 months, ending by June 2027, to promote healing, public dialogue, and innovative memorialization.

What is the Community-Led Remembrance Initiatives Grant?

The Community-Led Remembrance Initiatives Grant is a funding opportunity designed to support organizations and communities in preserving the memory of the Russo-Ukrainian war through meaningful, trauma-sensitive, and inclusive remembrance activities.

The programme encourages projects that document and commemorate the experiences of war survivors, affected communities, and vulnerable groups while promoting empathy, social cohesion, and collective healing. Rather than relying on traditional forms of memorialization, the initiative supports innovative approaches that reflect the diverse experiences of people impacted by the war.

Grant Overview

Programme Name

Community-Led Remembrance Initiatives Grant 2026

Grant Type

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Project Duration

8–9 months

Projects are expected to continue until the end of June 2027.

Grant Amount

Successful projects may receive funding between:

3,000,000 Ukrainian hryvnias (UAH)
7,000,000 Ukrainian hryvnias (UAH)

Primary Objective

To support community-led initiatives that preserve the memory of the Russo-Ukrainian war using trauma-informed, inclusive, and innovative remembrance practices.

Programme Objectives

The programme aims to:

Preserve the memory of the Russo-Ukrainian war.
Support trauma-informed remembrance initiatives.
Promote inclusive memorialization.
Encourage community participation in memory preservation.
Foster public dialogue about war experiences.
Strengthen empathy, understanding, and social cohesion.
Develop innovative approaches to memorialization.
Highlight underrepresented voices and experiences.

Focus Areas

Projects should address one or more of the following themes:

Trauma-sensitive remembrance practices
Inclusive memorialization
Innovative memory preservation approaches
Community-led remembrance initiatives
Public dialogue and civic participation
Commemoration of war experiences
Collective healing and reconciliation
Empathy-building activities
Socially meaningful remembrance practices

Why This Grant Matters

The Russo-Ukrainian war has affected millions of people across Ukraine, leaving lasting social, emotional, and cultural impacts. Preserving these experiences is essential not only for historical documentation but also for supporting healing and strengthening communities.

This programme recognizes that remembrance can serve as a powerful tool for:

Collective healing
Community resilience
Social inclusion
Historical preservation
Civic engagement
Peacebuilding
Mutual understanding across communities

By supporting local initiatives, the programme empowers communities to shape how their stories are remembered and shared.

Who is Eligible?

The programme supports community-led initiatives capable of developing and implementing remembrance projects.

Eligible applicants may include:

Civil society organizations
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
Community-based organizations
Cultural institutions
Educational institutions
Memorial organizations
Local initiatives
Other eligible organizations specified in the official Request for Proposals

Applicants should review the official eligibility requirements before submitting a proposal.

Who Should Benefit from the Projects?

Projects are expected to engage and support:

War survivors
Local communities
Women
Children
Older adults
Families affected by war
Frontline communities
Internally displaced persons (where applicable)
Community members participating in remembrance activities

Supported Activities

Projects may include activities such as:

Community remembrance events
Public exhibitions
Storytelling initiatives
Oral history projects
Memorial art projects
Interactive exhibitions
Community dialogue sessions
Educational awareness campaigns
Digital memory preservation
Participatory memorial design
Local remembrance ceremonies
Innovative cultural initiatives

Activities should encourage participation and reflect local needs and experiences.

How the Programme Works

The programme encourages applicants to develop remembrance initiatives that are:

Community-driven
Trauma-informed
Inclusive
Participatory
Innovative
Sensitive to local contexts

Rather than focusing solely on monuments or traditional memorials, projects should create opportunities for dialogue, reflection, learning, and collective healing.

How to Apply

Step 1: Review the Official Request for Proposals

Carefully read all programme guidelines, eligibility requirements, and funding conditions.

Step 2: Identify Community Needs

Assess the remembrance needs of your local community and identify the groups whose experiences should be documented or commemorated.

Step 3: Develop a Project Concept

Design a project that:

Preserves memories of the war.
Encourages community participation.
Uses trauma-informed approaches.
Promotes inclusion and empathy.
Reflects local experiences.

Step 4: Prepare the Proposal

Your proposal should clearly describe:

Project objectives
Planned activities
Target beneficiaries
Timeline
Budget
Expected outcomes
Community engagement strategy

Step 5: Submit the Application

Submit the complete proposal before the official deadline using the application process described in the Request for Proposals.

Step 6: Implement the Project

Selected applicants will carry out activities over an 8–9 month period, concluding by the end of June 2027.

Best Practices for Applicants

To strengthen your proposal:

Involve local communities from the beginning.
Include diverse voices and perspectives.
Prioritize trauma-sensitive approaches.
Demonstrate meaningful community participation.
Develop sustainable remembrance activities.
Show measurable social impact.
Build partnerships where appropriate.
Ensure activities are accessible and inclusive.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid the following when preparing your proposal:

Excluding affected communities from project design.
Using traditional memorial approaches without innovation.
Ignoring trauma-informed principles.
Overlooking vulnerable or underrepresented groups.
Presenting unclear objectives or outcomes.
Submitting incomplete budgets or timelines.
Failing to explain community engagement strategies.
Designing activities that lack long-term relevance.

Expected Outcomes

Funded projects are expected to:

Preserve important memories of the Russo-Ukrainian war.
Increase community participation in remembrance.
Promote empathy and social cohesion.
Encourage dialogue across diverse groups.
Create innovative forms of memorialization.
Support healing among affected communities.
Strengthen public understanding of war experiences.

Key Concepts Explained

Trauma-Informed Remembrance

An approach that recognizes the emotional and psychological effects of conflict while ensuring remembrance activities are respectful, safe, and supportive for participants.

Inclusive Memorialization

Memorial practices that represent diverse experiences and ensure marginalized voices are included in collective memory.

Community-Led Remembrance

Memory preservation activities planned and implemented by local communities based on their own experiences, priorities, and cultural contexts.

Collective Healing

A process through which communities recover emotionally and socially by acknowledging shared experiences, supporting dialogue, and preserving memory.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the purpose of this grant programme?

The programme supports community-led initiatives that preserve the memory of the Russo-Ukrainian war through trauma-informed, inclusive, and innovative remembrance practices.

2. How much funding is available?

Individual grants range from 3,000,000 UAH to 7,000,000 UAH.

3. How long can funded projects last?

Projects are expected to run for 8 to 9 months, ending by June 2027.

4. What types of projects are encouraged?

Projects involving community remembrance, storytelling, memorial art, exhibitions, public dialogue, educational initiatives, oral histories, and innovative memory preservation approaches are encouraged.

5. Who should benefit from the projects?

Projects should involve war survivors, frontline communities, women, children, older adults, and other individuals affected by the Russo-Ukrainian war.

6. Why is trauma-informed remembrance important?

It helps ensure remembrance activities promote healing, respect participants’ experiences, reduce the risk of retraumatization, and encourage meaningful community engagement.

7. What makes a strong proposal?

Strong proposals demonstrate community participation, inclusive design, trauma-sensitive methods, clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and sustainable approaches to preserving memory.

Conclusion

The Community-Led Remembrance Initiatives Grant 2026 provides significant funding for organizations committed to preserving the memory of the Russo-Ukrainian war through innovative, trauma-informed, and community-centered approaches. By supporting inclusive memorialization, public dialogue, and local participation, the programme aims to strengthen collective healing, preserve diverse war experiences, and build a more empathetic and resilient society in Ukraine.