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
- Application should be submitted electronically at the address given on the website.
- Application must be completed in English.
Eligible Country: Myanmar
For more information, please visit CFLI Call for Proposal.