Fostering the structured dialogue with civil society in the Southern Neighbourhood and the EU

In the framework of the MAJALAT II, the project Consortium is launching a Call for Proposals with the aim to support CSOs from Southern Mediterranean countries in monitoring national and regional policies, conducting research, organizing events and producing key expertise to inform evidence-based policy-making and respect for human rights.The overall goal of the sub-granting programme is to increase the participation of CSOs in policy-making processes and dialogue, including with the European Union, thereby promoting public accountability and strengthening their advocacy role.  

The sub-granting programme will comprise up to 20 small grants to fund projects linked to the target themes of the MAJALAT II: 

1. Good governance, rule of law and human rights 
2. Climate change and social justice 
3. Independence and transparency of the judiciary 

Over the course of one year (June 2024-June 2025), the sub-granting programme will support actions that will: 

• Monitor efforts and develop policy papers that can  contribute to advocacy initiatives and multistakeholder dialogue. 
• Produce expertise (studies, reports, other) that inform evidence-based recommendations to decision-makers in the region 
• Organise workshops/conferences/seminars/small localized actions to explore the key 3 themes and recommendations, and increase the CSO participation in local/national/regional/ EU policy dialogues 
• Develop and launch platforms and coalitions that can amplify advocacy messages and policy inputs as well as stimulate multi-stakeholder engagement 

Particular attention will be paid to applications that can demonstrate innovation and added value, as well as an inclusive approach towards young people, minorities, rural populations and women.