17 Apr 2017

Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) Grants 2017

Application Deadline: 30th May 2017
Offered annually? Yes
To be taken at (country):
Fields of Proposal: OSIWA seeks proposals aimed at achieving the following specific themes:
  • Economic Governance and Advancement
  • Justice Reform and Rule of Law
  • Journalism
  • Equality and Anti-Discrimination
  • Democratic Practice
About the Award: The Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) is a grant making and advocacy foundation that is part of the global Open Society Foundations Network. OSIWA works to support the creation of open societies in West Africa marked by functioning democracy, good governance, the rule of law, basic freedoms, and widespread civic participation. Its headquarters is in Dakar and it has offices in Abuja, Monrovia, Freetown and Conakry.
Type: Grants
Eligibility: OSIWA primarily awards grants to local organizations based in West Africa. In rare and limited circumstances, it provides support to West Africa-based international organizations with a strong commitment to transfer knowledge to local groups they partner with. It provides grants to government institutions as well as regional and sub-regional organizations working in its core priority areas. OSIWA requires all organizations seeking funding to submit a complete proposal, budget, and other relevant documents including leadership information (list of Board members, trustees and management staff who will be involved in the project), proof of registration and banking details.
Applications that are not submitted with all the relevant documentation may be delayed.
Selection Criteria: Selection criteria and process applications are evaluated on the extent to which the organization possesses the vision, drive, experience and skills required to create and sustain a project that will advance OSIWA’s objectives.
Value of Program: There is no set maximum amount for OSIWA funding. OSIWA operates a limited budget for the ten countries it covers and its regional program. In the event that OSIWA cannot fund the entire project budget, it may choose to fund part of it and request the grant seeker to source for the outstanding balance.
How to Apply: Proposals should be sent directly to: proposals@osiwa.org. Only proposals sent to this email address will be considered. Proposals will be accepted until May 30th 2017. OSIWA encourages the early submission of proposals. Submitted proposals will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Award Provider: Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA)

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