Deadline: 21-Jul-25
The Consulate General of Sweden in Istanbul is pleased to announce its call for applications for projects in 2026.
Their aim is to support civil society organizations throughout Türkiye, to serve as a resource for our partners, and to provide a platform for public debate.
Objectives
The overall objective of their support is to:
-Strengthen respect for human rights, democracy, and the rule of law,
-as well as to improve the conditions for a gender-equal society.
Within this objective, they particularly welcome applications with project proposals that focus on:
-Freedom of expression and media freedom, as well as combating disinformation.
-Promoting young people’s democratic participation.
Eligible Projects
They also encourage projects that contribute to synergies between trade and development cooperation, as well as projects related to migration and the enjoyment of rights by refugees.
They encourage projects that foster collaborations between different institutions and sectors of society, that include activities in multiple regions of Türkiye, and that are co-funded with other grant makers. They also encourage that a gender equality perspective is mainstreamed into the applicant’s organizational structure as well as their working methods, and in the activities of the project.
Eligibility Criteria
Officially registered CSOs, foundations, associations, think tanks, trade unions and universities are welcome to apply.
Ineligibility Criteria
Applications from individuals or profit-making businesses are not eligible.
For more information, visit Embassy of Sweden.