Call for Proposals: Strengthening Resilience by Empowering Women and Girls in Conflict-Affected Areas

This Call for Proposals (CFP) from the French Development Agency (AFD) presents a significant funding opportunity for International and National Civil Society Organizations (CSO/NPOs) working in Sudan, South Sudan, and Ethiopia.

Key Details of the CFP: “Strengthening Resilience by Empowering Women and Girls”

Funding & Project Scope

  • Total Grant Amount: €8 million
  • Project Duration: 24 to 36 months
  • Target Countries: Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia (projects must cover at least two of these countries)

Eligibility Requirements

A consortium of international and national NGOs/CSOs must apply, with:

  • A Lead International NGO (PLI) that:
  • Has a local presence in each targeted country.
  • Has experience in development aid, especially for conflict-affected displaced populations.
  • Can handle large-scale projects, both financially and logistically.
  • Understands security risks and the socio-political dynamics of the region.
  • Can engage with AFD offices in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Paris.
  • Implementation Partners (PIPs) that:
  • Include national/local CSOs already registered in the target regions.
  • Have past experience in project implementation in those areas.
  • Have a local office and work closely with local authorities.
  • Can adapt to evolving contexts.
  • Have a history of collaboration with the PLI.

Key Focus Areas

The project should address:

  • Women’s empowerment, especially for conflict-affected populations.
  • Gender-based violence (GBV) support and intervention.
  • Resilience building and local capacity strengthening.

Next Steps

Interested organizations should visit AFD’s website for detailed information on application guidelines and deadlines.

3 responses to “Call for Proposals: Strengthening Resilience by Empowering Women and Girls in Conflict-Affected Areas”

  1. Blessing Ekpo Avatar
    Blessing Ekpo

    Nice step to take

  2. Mmeyene bassey Avatar
    Mmeyene bassey

    Big funding alert! French Development Agency is giving out €8 million to support women and girls in East Africa

  3. Sampson Blessing Friday Avatar
    Sampson Blessing Friday

    Good work

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