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Deadline: November 19, 2025
The UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women (UN Trust Fund) has announced its 2025 Call for Proposals, inviting civil society organizations (CSOs) and women-led groups to apply for funding to implement innovative projects that address and prevent gender-based violence (GBV). Established by the UN General Assembly in 1996 and managed by UN Women, the Trust Fund supports initiatives that create safe, equitable, and just environments for women and girls worldwide.
The 2025 call focuses on programs that align with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, particularly Goal 5: Achieve Gender Equality and Empower All Women and Girls. Organizations working in conflict zones, humanitarian settings, or marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Grant funding: Successful applicants will receive financial support to design and implement their projects, typically ranging from USD 150,000 to USD 1 million, depending on project scale and scope.
- Capacity building: Beneficiaries will access technical assistance, mentorship, and monitoring support from UN Women experts.
- Global visibility: Selected organizations gain international recognition, helping strengthen advocacy and policy influence.
- Networking opportunities: Access to a global network of grantees working on gender equality and women’s rights.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be civil society organizations (CSOs), women’s rights groups, or community-based organizations (CBOs) with a minimum of two years of operational experience.
- Priority is given to women-led organizations and those working with marginalized groups (e.g., refugees, rural women, persons with disabilities).
- Applicants must be legally registered and operate in eligible low- and middle-income countries.
- Projects must focus on ending violence against women and girls, prevention strategies, survivor support, or institutional strengthening.
Application Process and Documents Required
Applications must be submitted online via the UN Trust Fund grants platform. Required documents include:
- Completed application form (available on the UN Trust Fund website).
- Project proposal outlining objectives, methods, timeline, and expected impact.
- Detailed budget and financial statements.
- Proof of legal registration and organizational profile.
- Monitoring and evaluation plan describing measurable outcomes.
