Students and scientists are invited to create and submit courageous, innovative and creative projects that meet the goals of the "Dream and Act" Program and contribute to the development of the leadership potential of young people (aged 10-35) and form a values-based Ukrainian identity.
The suggested measures should support the expansion of economic opportunities for youth and the strengthening of youth civic engagement, social cohesion, the promotion of diversity and the inclusion of underrepresented groups, as well as improving approaches to applying the principles of gender equality and social inclusion in youth-oriented programs.
The defined geographical focus for this competition includes all regions of Ukraine without restrictions on the geographical coverage of the suggested activities, with preference given to project ideas aimed at small towns and countryside. The suggested projects can last up to 12 months. The total funding is approximately $ 600,000. The upper limit of one grant is $ 60,000.
The competition for these grants will be open until May 19, 2022. Submitted projects will be considered regularly, every two months, starting from January 2022.
More detailed information about the requirements and conditions of the competition can be found at the link.
"Dream and act" is a 5-year program aimed at developing and supporting young people in Ukraine, creating a favorable environment in which youth will have the opportunity to realize their dreams, ideas and visions of the country's development. Using a youth-oriented approach – not for young people, but together with them – the program promotes youth innovation, entrepreneurship, increased participation in community decision-making and problem-solving at the national level, and strengthens the potential of Ukrainian youth to be a driving force for pluralism and respect for diversity. The "Dream and Act" involves young people in the development and implementation of projects and initiatives, and conducts research to form youth policy and move towards effective and sustainable change.
Applications for participation in the competition are accepted by e-mail: grants.diemo@irex.org.
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