Deadline: 12 April 2017
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is seeking applications for its Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants Program (ACDGP) 2017 in order to support the delivery of high-quality public diplomacy initiatives which promote economic, artistic, and cultural assets to an international audience.
The objectives of the Program are to promote people-to-people links and a contemporary and positive image of Australia and support for the Australian Government’s international policy goals.
Expected Outcomes
- strengthened bilateral relationships in areas of mutual interest with particular countries and regions,
- international networks, collaboration and connections between institutions and communities to build understanding, trust and influence,
- enhanced Australian international reputation and reach through the promotion of our economic, creative and cultural, sporting, innovation and science, and education assets, and
- increased understanding of Australians of the cultures and opportunities in each of these countries.
Funding Information
- Between $400,000 and $500,000 in 2017-18 is expected to be available for this grant opportunity, subject to appropriation, starting in July 2017.
- Grant applications for a maximum of $60,000 per year for up to three years will be considered.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible you must:
- be one of the following entity types:
- an Australian entity with an Australian Business Number (ABN) or Australian Company Number (ACN)
- a consortium with a lead organisation
- a registered charity or not-for-profit organisation
- an Australian local government body
- an Australian State/Territory government body
- a corporate Commonwealth entity
- an Australian statutory authority
- be an Australian or permanent resident of Australia
- and be willing to provide or develop child protection guidelines for your project if it involves people under the age of 18 years
How to Apply
Applicants can apply via given website.
Eligible Country: Australia
For more information, please visit Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants.