Applications for the 2009-10 round of AusAID's Human Rights Small Grants Scheme are now open. Applications are open to non-government organisations and human rights institutions in developing countries for projects that promote and protect human rights.
The Scheme is a valuable way that Australia helps build the capacity of civil society and non-government organisations in developing countries to protect and promote human rights at the grassroots level. This year, the grants scheme has expanded its geographical focus to include all of Africa and Latin America, in addition to the Asia-Pacific, Caribbean and Middle East.
Grants range from between AUD$20,000 and AUD$100,000 for one-year projects. Projects of up to AUD$150,000 over two years will also be considered.
Applications must be submitted by 2 October 2009. Successful grants will be announced by the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs on Human Rights Day, 10 December 2009.
For more information, visit the official AusAID website
Application forms and important related information:
- HRSGS Applicant Guidelines 2009 [Word doc 738kb]
- HRSGS Applicant Guidelines 2009 [PDF 257kb]
- HRSGS Application Form - Attachment A [Word doc 683kb]
- HRSGS List of Eligible Countries - Attachment B [PDF 173kb]
- HRSGS Project Completion Report - Attachment C [Word doc 640kb]
- HRSGS Applicant Checklist - Attachment D [Word doc 794kb]
- Successful Proposals 2008-09 [PDF 170KB]