Overview
Donor: | European Commission (EC) - International Partnerships (IP) |
Application procedure: | Concept Note |
Donor base: | Belgium |
Reference number: | EuropeAid/184058/DD/ACT/GA |
Eligible applicants: | Non-Profit Organisation |
Deadline: | 27.06.2025 |
Financial details
Grant size: | Medium - up to $1,000,000 |
Minimum grant size: | 580.000€ |
Total available budget: | 602.000€ |
Funding type: | Grants |
Maximum grant size: | 602.000€ |
Funding ratio: | up to 95% |
Sectors
- Capacity Building
- Children & Youth
- Governance & Democracy
- Human Rights
- Women & Gender
Project Locations
Africa
Gabon
Description
1) Objective
The general objective of this call for proposals is to contribute to the promotion and protection of democracy, respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, and the rule of law. The specific objective of this call for proposals is to contribute to the development of a resilient, inclusive, and democratic society, strengthening representativeness, participation, inclusivity, and the functioning of democracy.
The priorities of this call for proposals are:
- Strengthening the role of civil society in building a more democratic society through advocacy activities for reforms that promote transparency, public and civic awareness, and the evaluation of laws, policies, measures, and practices that impact the democratic functioning of society. Particular attention will be paid to the work of youth and women’s organizations and movements.
- Strengthening the representation of young people and women in institutions, decision-making, and the democratic process.
2) Eligibility
In order to be eligible for a grant, the lead applicant must: (1) be a legal person and (2) be non-profit-making and (3) be a specific type of organisation such as: CSOs and/or associations of CSOs active in human rights or democratic governance; and (4) be directly responsible for the preparation and management of the action with the co-applicant(s) and affiliated entity(ies), not acting as an intermediary.
3) Location
Actions must take place in Gabon.
4) Budget
The overall indicative amount made available under this call for proposals is €602,000. Any grant requested under this call for proposals must fall between the minimum €580,000 and maximum €602,000. Any grant requested under this call for proposals must fall between the minimum (51%) and maximum (95%) percentage of total eligible costs of the action.
5) Application
The concept note together with the declaration by the lead applicant must be submitted online via PROSPECT. The deadline for the submission is 27 June 2025.