The #CredibleMedia4StrongSocieties project announces the launch of the Regional Small Grants Scheme (SGS), aimed at supporting civil society organisations and media organisations working to strengthen freedom of expression across the Western Balkans Six (WB6).
With a total allocation of EUR 450,000, the scheme seeks to strengthen the capacities of local media and civil society organisations to monitor freedom of expression, advocate for improvements in their communities, promote media pluralism and encourage democratic participation.
Key Information
- Grant amount: EUR 10,000–20,000 per project
- Total funding available: EUR 450,000
- Project duration: Up to 10 months
- Geographical coverage: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Serbia
- Co-financing: Not required
- Indicative number of grants: Five per country, subject to selection results and available funding
Who Can Apply?
The call is open to legally established, non-profit civil society organisations and media organisations from the Western Balkans Six with proven experience in freedom of expression and/or advocacy.
What Activities Are Supported?
The scheme supports activities including advocacy and awareness-raising campaigns, policy research and recommendations, production of media content related to freedom of expression and professional journalism, consultations, roundtables and policy dialogue with relevant stakeholders.
How to Apply?
Interested organisations are invited to review the Terms of Reference (ToR) for detailed information on eligibility requirements, eligible activities, grant conditions, evaluation criteria and the application process.
Applications must be submitted electronically to the designated email address for the applicant’s respective country, as specified in the application documentation.
info: scoop.macedonia@gmail.com
Documentation:
- Anex A – Narative Application Form;
- Anex B – Budget;
- Anex C – Instructions for Aplicants;
- Anex D – Regional Jury Summary.
