Deadline: 01-Oct-20
The MATRA Programme has launched a call for concept notes for its 2021 programme in Ukraine. MATRA Programme for social transformation has been running in Ukraine since 1993.
MATRA started as a programme aimed at helping East European countries to become democratic, pluriform constitutional states with a strong civil society. Today, the MATRA Programme still continues to help strengthening civil society organizations, democracy and the rule of law.
To respond effectively to the current developments and challenges in Ukraine, in 2020, the MATRA Programme will focus on promotion of the rule of law, effective governance and civil society in Ukraine. These areas correspond to the spirit of the “Toronto Principles” set forth during the Ukraine Reform Conference held in July 2019.]
Objectives
The general objective of the Matra programme is to contribute to the development of a plural democracy, grounded in the rule of law, with room for dialogue between government and civil society; to build capacity and strengthen the institutions of civil society and government; and to strengthen bilateral relations.
Priority Areas
In 2021, the call for concept notes will target Chernihiv, Sumy and Kharkiv oblasts of Ukraine focusing mainly on strengthening civil society, with a special focus on youth participation, in the areas of democracy, the rule of law and reforms in order to contribute to social transformation, more sustainable relationship between government and citizens, improved rule of law and increased security, namely:
- Enhancing the position of civil society organizations;
- Strengthening the rule of law with the focus on fighting corruption;
- Supporting the government to improve key reforms (incl. the land reform);
- Developing civic education and youth participation programmes;
- Contributing to security and stability in the regions.
Funding Information
- The maximum project budget is 150.000 EUR.
- The maximum project duration is 24 months
Activities
The following activities are eligible for support:
- Advocacy, watchdog and monitoring activities;
- raising activities;
- building and organizational support to CSOs;
- Network and coalition building;
- Mutual learning and information dissemination;
- Education and training activities;
- Promotion of volunteerism, empowerment and participation of target groups
Eligibility Criteria
Requirements to applicant CSOs:
- The applicant organization should be a well-known and respected regional / local CSO or a think tank that is aware of the needs in the respective regions and is capable of responding to these needs. Coalition with centrally based CSOs / think tanks is possible;
- Be strictly independent and non-partisan;
- Have strong financial and organizational capacity;
- Have experience / understanding in running programmes that involve re-granting;
- Be able to reach communities;
- Have an innovative communication outreach strategy.
The implementing CSOs responsibilities are as follows:
- Take full responsibility for the project implementation taking into account the specific needs of the regions and the topics mentioned above;
- Organize, if necessary, calls for proposals and propose adequate application forms, procedures and support which will cater to different needs;
- Ensure transparent assessment processes for grants through the establishing of a Selection Committee;
- Ensure efficient management, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting procedures;
- Provide on-going outreach work and support to projects throughout the project cycle;
- Ensure the multiplication effect of the outcome;
- When and if necessary, establish partnerships with other (local/national) CSOs, think tanks and academic institutions, local governments, national government agencies etc. to facilitate the project’s implementation;
- Implement information and communication activities related to support re-granting activities and the project in general.
For more information, visit https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/your-country-and-the-netherlands/ukraine/and-the-netherlands/matra-programme
