The Agroecology Learning Alliance in South East Asia (ALiSEA) is excited to announce the opening of its Small Grant Facility for 2024, designed to bolster the efforts of ALiSEA members and partners in Cambodia. This initiative aims to support the transition to agroecology through targeted grants focused on three crucial areas: market access, public policy, and the empowerment of women and youth.
Grant Topics and Objectives
- Support and Improve Market Access for Agroecological Products This topic is dedicated to enhancing and expanding sustainable markets for agroecological products. The goal is to foster holistic development in market systems that support these eco-friendly and sustainable products.
- Link Field Experience in Agroecology and Food Systems to Public Policy Framework This topic seeks to elevate the role of ALiSEA members in national and regional policy discussions. By showcasing the impacts of agroecological practices, the initiative aims to influence policymakers and encourage the integration of agroecology into public policies.
- Empower and Strengthen Women and Youth Involvement in Agroecology The third topic focuses on encouraging and supporting women and youth to engage with and benefit from innovative agroecological farming practices. This involves increasing their understanding, application, and participation in agroecology.
Application Process
The application window for the Small Grant Facility is open from August 21 to October 18, 2024. Interested parties are required to submit a comprehensive application package, including the full proposal, detailed budget, and four administrative documents. Applications can be submitted either online or via email:
- Online Submission: Submit your application here
- Email Submission: Send to Ms. Chanraksmey Sok at [email protected], with a copy to [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected]
For any technical issues related to the online submission, contact Mr. Samphanh Lathsakid at [email protected]. Applications can be submitted in either Khmer or English.
Important Dates
- August 21, 2024: Opening of the call for proposals
- August 30, 2024: Information session on guidelines and proposal templates
- October 18, 2024: Deadline for proposal submission
- October 19-30, 2024: Shortlisting of proposals
- October 31, 2024: Notification to unselected consortia
- November 1-29, 2024: Evaluation of shortlisted proposals
- November 30, 2024: Award notification to successful consortia
- January 6, 2025: Final contract signing with Development Partnership in Action (DPA)
Support and Coordination
The 2024 call for proposals is spearheaded by the Development Partnership in Action (DPA) in its role as the National Secretariat of the ALiSEA network in Cambodia. This initiative is financially supported by Uni4Coop’s PArTNER project, with technical support from GRET and other local ALiSEA Board members. The outcomes of this grant initiative are expected to significantly contribute to the agroecology transition movement, which is actively promoted by the ASSET project and Uni4Coop.
To facilitate the application process, DPA, GRET, and Uni4Coop are jointly organizing an information and proposal writing session specifically for local ALiSEA members in Cambodia.
For more information and to access the application documents, please visit HERE
For further inquiries or assistance, do not hesitate to reach out via the provided contact details. This is a valuable opportunity for those dedicated to advancing agroecology and making a positive impact in Cambodia.