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United Nations Democracy Fund 2016 for Civil Society Organizations (100,000 – 300,000 USD in Funding)

by OFA
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Application Deadline: 18 December 2016

The United Nations Democracy Fund invites civil society organizations to apply for funding for projects to advance and support democracy during the annual proposal window,

UNDEF supports projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. The large majority of UNDEF funds go to local civil society organizations. In this way, UNDEF plays a distinct role in complementing the UN’s other work — the work with Governments — to strengthen democratic governance around the world.
This is the Eleventh Round to be launched by UNDEF, which provides grants of up to US$300,000 per project. UNDEF has supported almost 700 projects in over 100 countries at a total amount of almost US$170 million. Proposals are subject to a highly rigorous selection process, with fewer than two per cent of proposals chosen for funding. All projects are two years long.
UNDEF invites project proposals covering one or more of seven main areas:
  • Women’s rights and empowerment / Gender equality
  • Community activism
  • Rule of law and human rights
  • Youth engagement
  • Strengthening civil society capacity for interaction with Government
  • Media and freedom of information
  • Tools for knowledge

Benefits:

UNDEF projects are two years long.  Applicants can request a grant of  a minimum of 100,000 US dollars and a maximum of 300,000 US dollars.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the United Nations Democracy Fund

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2015 United Nations Democracy Fund for Organizations Advancing Democracy (US$100,000 to US$300,000 Grants Available)

by OFA
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Application Deadline: 31st December 2015

The United Nations Democracy Fund invites civil society organizations to apply for funding for projects to advance and support democracy.

The United Nations Democracy Fund supports projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. It is the only UN entity that has the word “democracy” in its name; the only UN body with the primary purpose of supporting democracy through empowering civil society; and one of the youngest entities in the UN system.
  • UNDEF grants range from US$100,000 to US$300,000.
Only on-line proposals during this period, in either English or French, will be accepted.UNDEF projects are two years long.  Applicants can request a grant of  a minimum of 100,000 US dollars and a maximum of 300,000 US dollars.
UNDEF supports projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. The large majority of UNDEF funds go to local civil society organizations — both in the transition and consolidation phases of democratization.
Proposals are subject to a highly rigorous and competitive selection process, with fewer than two per cent chosen for funding. Projects fall under one or more of seven main areas:
  • Community Activism
  • Rule of Law and Human Rights
  • Tools for Knowledge
  • Women’s Empowerment
  • Youth Engagement
  • Media and Freedom of Information
  • Strengthening Interaction with Government

Eligibility Requirements:

The following institutions are eligible for UNDEF grant funding:

(i) Civil Society Organizations and Non-Governmental Organizations, engaged in promoting democracy. These are anticipated to receive the bulk of the funding.

(ii) Independent and Constitutional Bodies, including Election Commissions, Ombudsman Institutions, National Human Rights Institutions and other independent governance bodies, for project proposals facilitating the inclusion of the voice of civil society.

(iii) Global and Regional inter-government bodies, organizations and associations other than the United Nations, for project proposals which strengthen the voice of civil society.

Project proposals are subject to a highly rigorous and competitive selection process, quality vetting, due diligence and lessons learned from previous Rounds.
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2015 World Youth Alliance Emerging Leaders Programme – Arab Region

by lanredahunsi
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 Application Deadline: June 19 2015

Round Three Application: December 1st 2015

All applicants for participating in the workshops and community awareness activities:

The World Youth Alliance Middle East has received a grant of 200,000 USD from the United Nations Democracy Fund for a project to train young leaders in five Arab countries. The project is entitled the Emerging Leaders of the Arab Region, with the objective to build the capacity of potential young Arab Leaders.

The project seeks to direct the energy and potential of youth in 5 Arab states towards constructively building free, just, and democratic societies. It will connect and build the capacities of 620 youths on the main topics of the project.

Throughout the 2 years, the project will consist of training of trainers, 2 Arab forums, 40 national workshops, and 80 community activities across the 5 countries: Lebanon, Jordan, UAE, Morocco and Tunisia.

Topics

The project is evolved around 3 main topics:

  • Human dignity and human rights
  •  Freedom and democracy
  • Civic engagement and leadership skills

Cost:

  • The project “Emerging Leaders of the Arab Region” will only require participants for the TOT to pay the expenses of their visa to Lebanon.
  • UNDEF will provide the flight, accommodation and transportation of the 20 participants for the TOT and the 2 Arab Forums.
  • The other participants will not be required to leave their country since the workshops are on the national level

How to Apply

Over the span of 2 years, the project will build the capacities of 20 young opinion shapers through the Training of Trainers (TOT) to train 600 youth leaders through workshops, community awareness activities and 12,000 hours of volunteering.

Application Requirements for Participants

  • Completed application form
  • Resumé or Curriculum Vitae

If you are between the age of 15 and 29 and want to be a participant in the workshops and community awareness activities click here.

The required documents are to be sent to : [email protected] with the Subject: Participants.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the WYA Emerging Leaders Programmme

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2014 United Nations Democracy Fund for Organizations Advancing Democracy (US$100,000 to US$300,000 Grants Available)

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline: 31st December 2014

The United Nations Democracy Fund invites civil society organizations to apply for funding for projects to advance and support democracy.

The United Nations Democracy Fund supports projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. It is the only UN entity that has the word “democracy” in its name; the only UN body with the primary purpose of supporting democracy through empowering civil society; and one of the youngest entities in the UN system.
UNDEF projects exist in developing countries, in societies in transition and in challenging environments, and are in six main
areas: community development; rule of law and human rights; tools for democratization; youth; empowering women; and media. UNDEF grants range from US$100,000 to US$300,000.

 

Eligibility Requirements:

The following institutions are eligible for UNDEF grant funding:

(i) Civil Society Organizations and Non-Governmental Organizations, engaged in promoting democracy. These are anticipated to receive the bulk of the funding.

(ii) Independent and Constitutional Bodies, including Election Commissions, Ombudsman Institutions, National Human Rights Institutions and other independent governance bodies, for project proposals facilitating the inclusion of the voice of civil society.

(iii) Global and Regional inter-government bodies, organizations and associations other than the United Nations, for project proposals which strengthen the voice of civil society.

Project proposals are subject to a highly rigorous and competitive selection process, quality vetting, due diligence and lessons learned from previous Rounds
UNDEF projects are two years long, project grants ranging from $100,000 to $300,000, and fall under one or more of six main focus areas:
· Community development
· Rule of law and human rights
· Tools for democratization
– Media
· Women
· Youth
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United Nations Democracy Fund
Call for Applications

The 2013 United Nations Democracy Fund for Civil Society Organizations.

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Application Date: December 31st 2013

 

The United Nations Democracy Fund invites civil society organizations to apply for funding for projects to advance and support democracy during the annual proposal window, Only on-line proposals during this period, in either English or French, will be accepted.

UNDEF was established by the UN Secretary-General, Koffi Annan in 2005 as a United Nations General Trust Fund to support democratization efforts around the world. UNDEF finances projects that build and strengthen democratic institutions, promote human rights and ensure the participation of all groups in democratic processes.

UNDEF projects are two years long, project grants ranging from $100,000 to $400,000, and fall under one or more of six main areas:
· Community development
· Rule of law and human rights
· Tools for democratization
– Media
· Women
· Youth
UNDEF grants range from US$50,000 to US$400,000. Project proposals are subject to a highly rigorous and competitive selection process, as UNDEF receives an average of about 2,000 proposals a year and only some 50-60 are selected.
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