Introduction to the Strategic Opportunity Fund
ActionAid Nigeria, with generous funding from Global Affairs Canada, is thrilled to announce a call for expressions of interest for the Strategic Opportunity Fund. This initiative aims to foster impactful interventions that advance the rights of women and girls across Nigeria, emphasizing timely and strategic actions.
Categories for Application
Interested organizations can apply to one of three categories tailored to address specific needs:
- Emergency Intervention Fund: This category provides support for urgent responses to critical situations such as natural disasters or political turmoil that threaten the welfare of women and girls.
- Critical Intervention Fund: Aimed at short-term advocacy, this fund helps amplify women’s voices and pushes for essential policy changes to empower the women’s movement.
- Women Human Rights Defenders Intervention Fund: This fund is dedicated to protecting women human rights defenders from threats or violence, ensuring they can continue their vital work.
Eligibility and Submission Requirements
To apply, organizations must be women-led and operational in Nigeria, demonstrating strategies that are time-sensitive and impactful for women’s rights. The submission requires the official application template along with an organizational profile or relevant work experience for individual defenders. One application per applicant will be accepted.
This is a pivotal opportunity for those dedicated to gender equality and supporting marginalized groups in Nigeria. For more details on the application process, interested parties are encouraged to reach out via the provided contact information.
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