Deadline: 26 October 2018
Hlanganisa Institute for Development Southern Africa (HiDSA) is seeking proposals for its Joint Gender Fund (JGF), a funding mechanism consisting of Irish Embassy, Ford Foundation and RAITH Foundation (as primary contributors).
The objective is to advocate for institutional or policy changes, or more effective implementation, in various areas of society to advance prevention of and response to violence against women.
The JGF will continue funding innovative, integrated and comprehensive interventions programmes aimed at combating VAWG, including programmes that seek to engage with relevant government departments and other institutions with responsibility for concerted action against GBV. This call will seek to support those organisations with a plan to sustain or enhance their engagement with structures that have influence, authority or resources to ensure implementation aimed at combating or eradicating GBV/VAWG. The work of building voice, of preparation and report back processes as well as survivor support may also be included or built in to the description of the intended work.
Focus Areas
The focus areas for this can be, for example:
- Sexual violence in schools
- Enforcement of the Domestic Violence Act
- Public Health in relation to Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)
- Local governance and safety
Funding Information
- Funding Period: A maximum period of two years
- Grant Amounts: Between 300 000 & 500,000 per year for a maximum of two years
Eligibility Criteria
Organizations must:
- Be a registered South African non-profit organization, working in South Africa.
- Work on human rights/development issues as a core business.
- Have adequate financial and management systems.
- Have a governance structure that is active and involved
- Have strong leadership, participation and empowerment by people who experience gender-based oppression (particularly women).
- Have a vision for transforming unequal gender power relations.
- Demonstrate alignment with the overall strategy of the JGF.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted via email or fax at the address given on the website.
For more information, please visit Joint Gender Fund.