Ark Lebanon Tender

Tenders are invited for Call for Small Grants - Enhancing Public Accountability and Trust In Lebanon In support of promoting improved social accountability in Lebanon, the EPATL grants program will provide capacity building and grants for CSOs and NGOs in Lebanon to implement research and advocacy projects. A total of $200,000 is allocated for distribution among grantees. Approximately 4-5 CSOs will be selected with an award ceiling of $50,000. To be eligible for funding, proposed projects must demonstrate a focus on topics relevant to broad segments of the Lebanese public. Proposals on topics including the following will be welcomed: Civic engagement and participatory governance Inclusive economic growth Freedom of expression Youth Leadership Development Women’s rights and women’s economic empowerment The above list is not exhaustive and proposals focused on other topics are welcome provided that they focus on issues relevant to the rights of Lebanese citizens. All projects must include two phases: 1. A research phase focusing on a key issue of relevance to Lebanese citizens or populations residing in Lebanon (2 to 3 months); and 2. An advocacy phase focused on using the results of the research phase to inform advocacy actions targeting key audiences, including: At least one citizen engagement event At least one event engaging other non-governmental stakeholders (e.g. embassies, INGOs) At least one online advocacy campaign