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Republican grant competition for talented youth for the implementation of creative projects “JASSTAR GRANTS PROGRAM”

The Nursultan Nazarbayev Foundation has started accepting applications for the republican grant competition for talented youth for the implementation of creative projects “JASSTAR GRANTS PROGRAM”. 10 winners of the competition will receive grants of 2 million tenge for the implementation of projects. Aims of the competition: support of young cultural and art figures, as well as projects and works of artists, creators, creative associations and organizations engaged in activities in the field of culture and art, design, fashion and creative entrepreneurship; revitalizing the cultural information field and increasing cultural diversity. Eligibility: Have the...

25.07.2022

A competition for a research scholarship from the Prague Civil Society Centre has been announced

The scholarship program is designed for leading representatives of civil society and researchers from Eastern Europe and Central Asia to conduct intensive research, write articles and build networking in Prague, Czech Republic. The scholarship funds the following projects of participants: Research of problems, opportunities and trends affecting civil society and human rights; Writing a book or textbook, a policy or analytical document that will benefit people and/or the civil sector; Concept development and initiation of a new project. The three-month program will cover transportation and basic living expenses, as well as assist in obtaining a visa for selected...

18.07.2022

Kazakhstan to allocate over 600 small grants for civil initiatives

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30.06.2022

Applications are now open for the Joke Waller-Hunter (JWH) Initiative to stimulate the leadership of young people in environmental Civil Society Organizations

Applications are now open for the Joke Waller-Hunter (JWH) Initiative to stimulate the leadership of young people in environmental Civil Society Organizations The Joke Waller-Hunter (JWH) Initiative creates opportunities for young people in the environmental sector in developing countries to expand their knowledge, experience, and training. The Initiative provides an accessible and tailored small grant between 2 500 and 7 000 euro for the education and training of individuals who their organization nominates as potential future leaders. The grant can be applied for a wide range of activities, including advancing either their knowledge and skills through studies, courses, and...

15.06.2022

The European Commission is seeking proposals for projects in the Republic of Kazakhstan with financial assistance from the Human Rights and Democracy Thematic Programme.

The thematic program on human rights and democracy is based on the key features of the European Document on Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR), which aims to promote and protect human rights, fundamental freedoms, democracy and the rule of law. Thus, all proposals within the framework of this competition should be aimed at (1) improving the regulatory environment that guarantees fundamental freedoms; (2) increasing the potential of independent media and civil society organizations, promoting the values of professional journalism and critical thinking. Aims of the competition: Strengthen the capacity of civil society organizations and independent media to exercise fundamental...

02.06.2022

A competition has been announced to provide a grant for the implementation of a professional development program for English teachers with a total cost of $150 000

A competition has been announced to provide a grant for the implementation of a professional development program for English teachers with a total cost of $150 000 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Nur-Sultan, in partnership with the American non-profit organization FHI360, announces the start of accepting applications for an open competition for the implementation of a program to improve the skills of secondary school English teachers. The selected organization will conclude a sub-grant agreement with FHI360 and will carry out training activities for trainers, based on the experience of the Pedagogical University Development Project (PUDP) U.S. Embassies for...

25.05.2022

The Public Affairs Sections of the US Embassy in Nur-Sultan and the US Consulate General in Almaty of the US Department of State have announced the call for applications for an annual grant in the Public Diplomacy Grants Program framework. The purpose of the program: Support programs directed to develop cultural, educational, and professional ties between the United States and Kazakhstan. Submitted projects must comply with the following priority directions: Support of Public Resilience to Disinformation Support for democratic institutions and human rights Support inclusive, diversified economic growth based on an equitable, climate-smart and sustainable energy...

03.05.2022

Call for proposals for small grants for media programs with a total value of $140,000 has been launched

The Embassy of the United States in Kazakhstan has issued a call for grant applications to implement projects that will bolster Kazakhstan’s media market. Projects are directed to improve professional journalism standards, implement innovative approaches in gathering and sharing accurate news, and support the development of peer-to-peer interactions. The purpose of the program: Promote journalistic professionalism and diminishing the negative impact of disinformation in Kazakhstani media. The projects provided should correspond to the following priority themes:: Theme 1: Countering fake news and disinformation. Theme 2: Promoting professional journalism standards,...

Call for proposals within the framework of «KUSANONE» program of the Government of Japan is open

Kazakhstani public activists have the opportunity to receive support within the framework of the Japanese Government program «KUSANONE (Grass Roots)» «KUSANONE (Grass Roots)» is a program of the Government of Japan for gratuitous assistance to small-scale social projects to ensure human security. The main goal of the program is to assist the common strata of the population, promote sustainable personal independence and social development of local residents by ensuring their safety and increasing their potential. The purpose of the call: provision of gratuitous assistance to small-scale social projects to ensure human security, promotion of sustainable personal independence and social...

24.03.2022

A call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) programme announced

The Embassy of Canada to Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Tajikistan is pleased to launch annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The purpose of the program: The CFLI programme is aimed at supporting small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries. The projects provided should correspond to the following priority topics: gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. inclusive governance, including diversity, democracy, human rights and the rule of law. peace and security, with a focus on conflict prevention and building peace. growth that works for everyone, including women’s economic rights, decent jobs and entrepreneurship,...