Deadline: 15-May-23
The Engaging Central Europe (ECE) program run by The German Marshall Fund of the United States is launching a special call for proposals for funding to support civil society organizations in Poland that work for equality and to strengthen the participation of minorities and discriminated people in public debate and democratic processes.
While all citizens should enjoy equal rights and opportunities, regardless of their gender identity and expression, sexual identity, racial or ethnic origin and any disability, many people belonging to minorities still face social exclusion. Social and political tensions often exclude these people from making political decisions, which directly affects their lives and the situation of entire communities.
Priorities
- Priority will be given to projects that:
- Increase minority public participation through awareness raising, advocacy or education campaigns.
- In an innovative way, they increase the civic involvement of minorities at the local, regional or national level, with particular emphasis on their participation in public deliberation, making political decisions or monitoring political processes.
- They try to reach new recipient groups, including novice activists and adapting to current needs.
- They mobilize their target groups in a sustainable way.
- They deepen cooperation with other organizations and sectors, build and strengthen networks of pro-democracy activists
Funding Information
- Under this call, ECE will support short and medium-term projects of 4 to 12 months duration . Grants of $10,000 to $20,000 will be available to organizations with a proven track record of supporting minority participation.
Eligibility Criteria
- The organizations must be legally registered in Poland.
- They especially encourage organizations that engage citizens from small towns and rural areas to apply.
For more information, visit German Marshall Fund.