Non-state actors and environmental, social and governance (ESG) practises

The global objective of this call for proposals is to enhance non state actors’ engagement as actors of governance and development processes in Vietnam. The specific objective of this call for proposals: Local non-state actors are increasingly engaging on ESG principles in line with international standards on human rights and environmental due diligence. The output to be delivered is: Strengthened capacity of local NSAs to engage in policy dialogue at national and local level and to implement and monitor EU and national development plans and policies on ESG.

Proposals under this call should support an informed, inclusive and constructive NSAs participation in policy dialogue with Vietnam and the EU, as well as their role as efficient implementing partners and advocates. Consortia and partnerships between different stakeholders are encouraged. In line with the 360 degree approach under the Global Gateway, NSA can contribute through a variety of roles including policy dialogue, advocating for change in business practices, providing knowledge or capacity building, serving as technical providers and implementing agents in development projects, notably at the grass-root level.

2) Eligibility