Deadline: 22-Aug-23
As part of the UK government’s commitment to continuing to support the Bangsamoro peace process, the British Embassy Manila is seeking bids for projects under its CSSF programme.
This is a five-year programme (2020-2025), with a funding allocation secured for 2023-2024. Now in its fourth year, the Philippines’ CSSF programme has adapted to the evolving needs on the ground and the UK’s global priorities. The core elements of the Programme are:
- Institution-building projects to further strengthen Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Parliament’s democratic functions and governing capability;
- Advancing inclusion and representation of women in political decision-making / supporting women’s participation in post-conflict governance; and
- Promoting community engagement through public awareness campaigns about the new Parliamentary system and voting rights (including marginalised and excluded groups from political processes – youth, women, IPs).
Sub-Components
- Strengthening media freedom in BARMM; and
- Public awareness campaigns about the new Parliamentary system and voting rights in the island provinces of BARMM, targeting the vulnerable sectors, especially the youth.
Funding Information
- All bids should be in Pounds Sterling (GBP). Bidders are strongly advised to limit their proposals up to £190,000.
- Successful applicants will implement their project from September 2023 until 15 March 2024.
Eligibility Criteria
- Any organisation can apply for funding. They do not accept project bids submitted by individuals.
- The implementer must have an active bank account in the name of the organisation to which they can electronically transfer reimbursements.
- Organisations must prove that they are able to manage the project budget satisfactory; the Embassy may request reports by auditors.
- A partnership framework to support the broader engagement of a project is welcome and can strengthen your bid. Please make sure to specify your other source(s) of funding in the proposal.
Ineligibility Criteria
- They regret that they are unable to fund:
- Academic courses;
- Charitable activities;
- Commercial activities; or
- Infrastructure or construction projects.
For more information, visit British Embassy Manila.