Deadline: 18 September, 2020

The U.S. Embassy Gaborone, Botswana, has opened applications for the Promoting Women in Politics in Botswana Grant.

The programme is aimed at providing training, resources, and support to empower women to meaningfully take part in political processes in Botswana.

The objective of this funding opportunity is to develop the skills women need to run for office, build networks to help them in this effort, and directly address social stigma factors that discourage women candidates. W

With the next national elections scheduled for 2024, women interested in taking part in the political process will have to start as soon as possible to gain a voice in the next vote.

Benefits

• The floor of individual and/or organisational award amount is $250,000
• The ceiling of individual and/or organisational award amount is $250,000

Eligibility

• Applicants must be individuals or registered NGOs in Botswana
• Businesses and government entities do not qualify
• All applicants must display sound management in the form of financial and administrative procedures that protect against waste, fraud, and abuse

To apply and for information, click here.