The Australia-India Council (AIC) is currently grant applications from individuals and organizations in Australia for projects that are aimed at promoting long-term contact and cooperation between Australia and India. AIC grants are intended to provide seed funds for innovative proposals relevant to the mission and goals of the Council.
AIC was established by the Australian Government in May 1992 to broaden and deepen Australia-India relations through contacts and exchanges in a range of fields which promote mutual awareness and understanding. AIC programs and activities are a form of “second-track diplomacy” conducted in parallel to, and in support of, government-government- contacts and exchanges.
Priority Areas
AIC gives priority to projects in the following areas:
– The Arts (including literature and film)
– Education
– Social initiatives (including public health and sport)
– Science/Technology/Environment
– Public Policy Activities (including media links)
The Council will also consider applications for funding support for a limited number of projects and activities in other areas consistent with Council objectives.
Who Can Apply?
– Individual applicants must be Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents. Proof of citizenship or residency may be required.
– Individuals and organizations may apply for grants. The applicant should demonstrate an established record of achievement in the development and management of projects relevant to their proposed area of endeavor, and should provide evidence of this.
– Individuals who intend the grant they are applying for to be administered by a university should seek formal endorsement of their application from the relevant universities’ Research Office or equivalent.
– Individuals and organizations from India are not permitted to apply directly to the Council for funding assistance. If the project has an Australian partner, that partner should apply for the funding assistance. Individuals or organizations from India who do not have an Australian partner must contact AIC India to discuss their proposal. Applications from Indian individuals and organizations will only be accepted if forwarded to the Council by AIC India.
Last date for submission of applications is November 18, 2011.
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