Embassy of Canada in Myanmar: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) Program 2017-2018

Deadline: 23 June 2017

The Embassy of Canada in Myanmar is seeking applications for its Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) program 2017-2018 to support small results-oriented projects which are proposed and implemented by civil society in Myanmar.

CFLI is a responsive, flexible program which enables Canada to respond to local needs by working at the community level.

Priorities

Championing human rights, inclusive and accountable governance, democracy, peaceful pluralism, and respect for diversity.
Promoting action on the environment, including water and climate change.

Funding Information

The average contribution is Canadian $25,000-$50,000.
All projects must be completed between the date of signature of the Contribution Agreement and 31January 2018.

Themes

Gender Equality: All projects should ensure participation of female and male beneficiaries, as appropriate, and should aim to address gender inequalities in targeted communities.
Environmental Protection: All proposals should include an analysis of the potential environmental risks and opportunities, including a description of the measures that will be taken to mitigate adverse effects and enhance environmental benefits.
Sustainability: All projects should include plans for building local capacity and for maintaining project results following the completion of project activities.

Eligibility Criteria

Local non-governmental, community and not-for-profit organizations,
Local academic institutions working on local projects,
International, intergovernmental, multilateral and regional institutions, organizations and agencies working on local development activities,
Municipal, regional or national government institutions or agencies of the recipient country working on local projects, and
Canadian non-governmental and not-for-profit organizations that are working on local development activities.

How to Apply