Voices for Just Climate Action program

Description

1) Objective

The “Voices for Just Climate Action” program, spanning from 2021 to 2025, seeks to address the pressing issue of climate change in Zambia. It recognizes climate change not just as an environmental challenge but as a societal crisis with ethical and human rights dimensions. By amplifying the voices of vulnerable communities, including women, youth, and indigenous groups, the program aims to empower local civil society to advocate for and co-create climate solutions. Through a rights-based approach, it aims to mitigate the disproportionate impacts of climate change on marginalized populations and foster inclusive, sustainable development.

By strengthening the capacity of grassroots organizations and promoting multi-stakeholder collaboration, the program endeavors to drive locally-driven climate action that delivers tangible benefits to both people and nature, contributing to a resilient, just, and inclusive future for Zambia.

2) Eligibility

Hivos welcomes proposals from organizations, collectives, and coalitions registered and based in Zambia to partner in delivering the Voice for Just Climate Action program.

3) Location

The program is focused on Zambia, particularly targeting vulnerable communities in the Lower Kafue Basin and Lusaka Province regions across ten districts: Luangwa, Rufunsa, Chongwe, Lusaka, Kafue, Chirundu, Siavonga, Chikankata, Mazabuka, and Itezhi Tezhi.

4) Budget

Project size is up to €71,000.

5) Application

Interested organizations and coalitions can submit proposals by the deadline of Friday, May 10, 2024.