Small-scale projects from German Embassy Bangladesh

Description

1) Objective 

The German Embassy in Bangladesh operates a programme which allows it to provide direct financial assistance to local NGOs and religious institutions for the implementation of small-scale projects for the benefit of disadvantaged groups of society. This programme is funded by the Federal Foreign Office in Berlin and is implemented through German Diplomatic and Consular Missions abroad. The projects should in particular satisfy the basic needs of the poor and disadvantaged groups of society. It is important that the implementing agency is an experienced, qualified and reliable organization and is in a position to finance the running costs for the project, like the salary for trainers, regular rental, accessory or maintenance charges, etc.

Focus areas are:

• Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency: The economy in Bangladesh has shown tremendous growth over the recent years. In order to meet the increased energy demand and to achieve a sustainable economy, innovative solutions for the energy sector are needed. Germany offers to share its experience from its own transition to renewables.
• Good Governance, Rule of Law and Human Rights: Regarding Bangladesh’s RMG Sector, GDC has teamed up with private sector, employees, government, international partners and the ILO, as well as with civil society and the academia in order to improve the labor conditions in the factories.
• Adaptation to Climate Change in Urban Areas: Rapid urbanization and the effects of climate change, such as severe floods, drought, cyclones and sea level rise pose immense challenges for Bangladesh’s already overburdened cities. Cities need to be prepared according to their specific needs and available resources. GDC supports its local government partners in coping with these challenges through planning and financing resilient infrastructure.

2) Eligibility 

Local NGOs and religious institutions for the implementation of small-scale projects for the benefit of disadvantaged groups of society are eligible to apply for this funding opportunity.

3) Location 

Actions must take place in Bangladesh.

4) Budget 

The German Embassy supports NGOs, local communities and religious institutions with funds of up to €14,000 for each project that has a direct and concrete impact for the beneficiaries.

5) Application

Project proposals should be submitted to the Embassy by 30 November of each year to be considered for funding for the following year. The announcement for the successful applications is usually within the first quarter of the following year. Project proposals are to be submitted to the following office: Development Cooperation Section, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, 178, Gulshan Avenue, Gulshan – 2, Dhaka – 1212, Bangladesh.