About this opportunity
Applications are now open for the UN Women Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP) 2. 0, inviting Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) across Africa to implement regional projects aimed at eliminating violence against women and girls, ending harmful practices, advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), and strengthening women- and youth-led movements.
The program supports collaborative, regional interventions that promote gender equality, protect the rights of women and girls, and strengthen civil society’s role in advancing sustainable development across the continent.
Eligibility
Applications are open to: Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) Women’s rights organizations Youth-led organizations Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) Regional and national civil society networks Organizations applying individually or as part of a consortium or partnership Applicants may submit proposals covering one to three programme components, with multiple organizations expected to be selected to maximize regional impact. Program Objectives The initiative seeks to: Strengthen regional collaboration to end gender-based violence Support women- and youth-led advocacy and movements Improve access to sexual and reproductive health and rights Promote inclusive and sustainable development across Africa Build stronger partnerships among civil society organizations Interested organizations are encouraged to review the
Eligibility
and submit competitive proposals that demonstrate regional impact, collaboration, and sustainable outcomes.
Funding Details
Grant Amount: USD 110,000 – USD 548,000 Funding Type: Project Grant Project Duration: 27 months (October 2026 – December 2028)
Focus Areas
Projects should address one or more of the following: Eliminating violence against women and girls (EVAWG) Ending harmful practices Advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) Strengthening women-led and youth-led movements Promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment Apply Here: https://africa. unwomen.
org/en/programme-implementation/2026/06/call-for-proposals-for-civil-society-partnerships-for-implementation-of-the-spotlight-initiative-africa-regional-programme-siarp-20
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