If you are a Civil Society Organization or an NGO in a least developed country (LDC) and you are interested in working on a project that helps to improve food sustainability and security in your country, then this opportunity is for you.
Qatar Fund For Development is giving out $20000 for the QFFD Sustainability Award 2023, which will be presented during the Qatar National Dialogue on Climate Change to be held at The International Horticultural Expo 2023.
This prestigious award aims to recognize and support initiatives that contribute to combatting the global climate change crisis and promoting sustainability, with a specific emphasis on addressing the critical issue of food security.
Eligibility
- Eligible initiatives should aim to achieve sustainable access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food for all. Additionally, they may focus on enhancing agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers in a sustainable manner or improving the sustainability of food production systems and consumption practices.
- The program or project should demonstrate economic sustainability i.e., self-sustaining. They should also provide broad-based benefits for society, promoting social sustainability. Furthermore, they should have a positive or neutral impact on the natural environment and climate, aligning with principles of environmental sustainability.
- The program or project must be implemented in a Least Developed Country (LDC).
- The program or project must be implemented by a Civil Society Organization (CSO) originating from an LDC, emphasizing localization support.
- Only organizations are eligible to apply; individuals cannot apply.
- The program or project must demonstrate tangible impacts; proofs of concept are not supported.
- The program or project must have been launched no earlier than six years prior to the application for the awards.
- The program or project must be either currently active or have concluded within the awards year.
- Programs and projects must align with the theme of the Award year, focusing on “Food Security.”
Benefits attached to the QFFD Sustainability Award 2023
- The award recipient will receive a monetary grant value of $20,000 USD
- Ornamented or engraved plaques will be presented to the award recipients.
- The initiative/project will be recognized through media coverage, including social media posts and the designated awards website.
Deadline: September 1, 2023
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