World Bank Yerevan office launches Civil Society Fund-2011
24.03.2011,
22:48
The World Bank Yerevan Office said today it invites applications for grants under the World Bank’s Civil Society Fund (CSF). According to World Bank press release, the size of an individual grant is the Armenian Dram equivalent of 8,000-10,000 USD.
YEREVAN, March 24, /ARKA/. The World Bank Yerevan Office said today it invites applications for grants under the World Bank’s Civil Society Fund (CSF). According to World Bank press release, the size of an individual grant is the Armenian Dram equivalent of 8,000-10,000 USD. The project proposals will be selected on a competitive basis, open to local non-governmental, non-commercial organizations (NGOs) with at least two years of experience. Applicant organizations are strongly encouraged to show cash or in-kind contribution capacity for the implementation of the projects proposed.
It said the grants will support activities the primary objective of which is civic engagement – strengthening the voices of diverse groups and promoting inclusion and participation of a broad array of citizens’ initiatives in development policies and processes. Adherence to this objective will be an important criterion for potential award.
The activities should:Promote public consensus and local ownership for reforms and for national poverty reduction and development strategies by creating knowledge-sharing networks, building common ground for understanding, encouraging government agencies, civil society, donor organizations and private sector cooperation;Give voice to the concerns of poor and marginalized groups, and help ensure that their views are factored into policy and program decisions;
Strengthen and leverage impact of development programs, by providing local knowledge, identifying potential risks, targeting assistance, and expanding reach, also at the community level; bring innovative ideas and solutions to development challenges at local level; improve public transparency and accountability of development activities, contributing to the enabling environment for good governance; reveal problems related to youth and organize discussions on the possible solution of these issues.
Projects may also include workshops and seminars, costs for publications or audio-visual materials. The program will not provide support for operational projects; research programs; formal academic training programs; ongoing institutional support; scholarships; or for individuals applying for travel or studies.
The maximum time for selected projects to be implemented is 12 months. They will have to be started no sooner than July 1, 2011. Applications should be sent to WB Yerevan Office in Armenian or English. Electronic applications are also accepted. They should be sent to vsargsyan@worldbank.org. -0-
It said the grants will support activities the primary objective of which is civic engagement – strengthening the voices of diverse groups and promoting inclusion and participation of a broad array of citizens’ initiatives in development policies and processes. Adherence to this objective will be an important criterion for potential award.
The activities should:Promote public consensus and local ownership for reforms and for national poverty reduction and development strategies by creating knowledge-sharing networks, building common ground for understanding, encouraging government agencies, civil society, donor organizations and private sector cooperation;Give voice to the concerns of poor and marginalized groups, and help ensure that their views are factored into policy and program decisions;
Strengthen and leverage impact of development programs, by providing local knowledge, identifying potential risks, targeting assistance, and expanding reach, also at the community level; bring innovative ideas and solutions to development challenges at local level; improve public transparency and accountability of development activities, contributing to the enabling environment for good governance; reveal problems related to youth and organize discussions on the possible solution of these issues.
Projects may also include workshops and seminars, costs for publications or audio-visual materials. The program will not provide support for operational projects; research programs; formal academic training programs; ongoing institutional support; scholarships; or for individuals applying for travel or studies.
The maximum time for selected projects to be implemented is 12 months. They will have to be started no sooner than July 1, 2011. Applications should be sent to WB Yerevan Office in Armenian or English. Electronic applications are also accepted. They should be sent to vsargsyan@worldbank.org. -0-
