Deadline: 1 April 2016
The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is seeking proposals from nongovernmental organizations worldwide who are working to advance democratic goals and strengthen democratic institutions.
Objectives
- To strengthen the organizational capacity of local civic groups.
- To encourage the development of a legal framework for a free press in (specify country).
Focus Areas
- Promote and defend human rights and the rule of law
- Support freedom of information and independent media
- Strengthen democratic ideas and values
- Promote accountability and transparency
- Strengthen civil society organizations
- Strengthen democratic political processes and institutions
- Promote civic education
- Support democratic conflict resolution
- Promote freedom of association
- Strengthen a broad-based market economy
Eligibility Criteria
- NED funds only nongovernmental organizations, which may include civic organizations, associations, independent media, and other similar organizations.
- NED encourages applications from organizations working in diverse environments including newly established democracies, semi-authoritarian countries, highly repressive societies and countries undergoing democratic transitions.
- NED does not make grants to individuals, governmental bodies, or state-supported institutions such as public universities.
How to Apply
Applicants must apply online via given website and submit required documents:
- Proposal cover sheet
- Proposal Narrative
- Interim Assessment (for renewal proposals only)
- Proposal Budget
- Registration Documents
For more information, please visit NED Grant Program.
