amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, is seeking proposals for a recently announced funding aimed at innovative projects that address HIV/AIDS among gay men, other men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender (TG) individuals in Latin America. Grassroots organizations led by or closely linked to MSM/LGBT communities in low- and middle-income countries in Latin America are encouraged to submit relevant proposals. Funds for this round of awards are made available through the generous support of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Each organization may apply for an award of up to $20,000 USD to support project-related costs for up to 12 months. Only one application may be submitted per organization. Proposals for general operating support will not be considered.
Approximately $200,000 USD is available for this round of awards in Latin America; amfAR anticipates funding from six to eight proposals. Funding recommendations will be announced in October 2011. Organizations that are approved for awards can expect to receive funds to begin activities as early as November 2011.
Eligibility
- Community-based organizations located in low-and middle-income countries in Latin America;
- Non-profit organizations (e.g., NGOs, CBOs, and other charitable organizations) that are the equivalent of U.S. tax-exempt non-profit organizations;
- Organizations comprised of MSM or LGBT community members and/or that have established links to MSM/LGBT communities and experience directly involving members of those communities in the development and implementation of programs and activities;
- Organizations with strong management and leadership;
- Organizations with capacity to carry out the proposed activities and effectively manage award funds.
Projects to be prioritized for support:
- Direct service programs for gay, other MSM and transgender individuals with clear distinctions between services for gay/MSM men and transgender individuals;
- Direct service programs with emphasis on mental health services for gay, MSM, and transgender individuals;
- Direct service programs that encourage and support testing, care, and treatment for HIV/AIDS/STIs;
- Research programs addressing stigma, discrimination, homophobia and machismo;
- Research programs on health services, sexual behavior, vulnerability and risk factors for HIV transmission in order to implement improved, evidence-based programs for gay, MSM and transgender individuals;
- Research programs that create new data in order to have effective advocacy and public policy programs; and/or
- Advocacy and policy work for LGBT equality that create dialog between LGBT and public officials and law makers
Deadline for submitting the proposal is 11 July 2011
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