A first-of-its-kind granting mechanism that funds projects addressing gender-based violence within environment and climate-related sectors. The 2025 call specifically focuses on projects that embed gender-based violence risk mitigation in environmental projects working with or led by communities within Indigenous-managed lands, protected areas, and OECMs (Other Effective Conservation Measures).
Short DescirptionA first-of-its-kind granting mechanism that funds projects addressing gender-based violence within environment and climate-related sectors. The 2025 call specifically focuses on projects that embed gender-based violence risk mitigation in environmental projects working with or led by communities within Indigenous-managed lands, protected areas, and OECMs (Other Effective Conservation Measures).
Criteria[Please check the website for criteria and application process]
• Must address gender-based violence linked to environment/climate sectors • Focus on Indigenous-managed lands, protected areas, or OECMs • Requires partnerships between environmental organizations, gender/GBV experts, Indigenous Peoples' Organizations, or local communities • Must have local presence in eligible countries • Include gender analysis, baseline/endline assessments • Coordinate with existing GBV mechanisms • Engage men and boys in risk mitigation strategies • Must have or develop SEAH (Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, Harassment) policies
RegionsBrazil,Cambodia,Colombia,Democratic Republic of Congo,Ecuador,Ethiopia,Gabon,Ghana,Guatemala,Indonesia,Kenya,Mexico,Mozambique,Nepal,Peru,Philippines,Republic of Congo,Sri Lanka,Sudan,Thailand,Tanzania,Vietnam,Zambia