Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

Application process for 2010 is closed.

The Royal Dutch Embassy in Astana is pleased to announce grantees 2010 selected under the Central Asia Human Rights and Good Governance Programme.

1. Kazakhstan, Public Association `Kaznet Freedom`
Bringing Kazakh regulation on Internet in line with international standards
12 months, EUR 63,350

2. Kyrgyzstan, Public Foundation `Golos Svobody`
Anti-Torture Working Group under the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic
10 months, EUR 56,952

3. Tajikistan, NGO `National Center for Human Rights Information and Records`
Information and Analysis Center under the Human Rights Ombudsman in Tajikistan`
24 months, EUR 84,123.

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Political Affairs and Human Rights

The promotion of human rights and good governance is a cornerstone of Dutch foreign policy. To support activities in this field, the embassy of the Netherlands in Astana can financially support initiatives in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan through its Central Asian Human Rights and Good Governance Programme that has been operational since January 1, 2003

Projects

Activities directly contributing to the protection and promotion of human rights and or good governance in Central Asia are eligible for funding (preferably with a minimum budget of EUR 50,000 for 1 or 2 years).

Priority areas

While not excluding projects in other areas, priority will be given to projects focusing on the following areas:

supporting independent media and promoting freedom of speech
promoting the rule of law and judiciary reform and improving law-enforcement practices
strengthening capacity of government agencies responsible for monitoring and enforcing human rights standards (e.g. Ombudsman, Human Rights Commission) and promoting their constructive dialogue and cooperation with civil society
combating corruption and increasing transparency
promoting the freedom of religion
combating human trafficking
contributing to fair elections and promoting the due electoral culture.

Criteria

Important criteria for the evaluation of proposals are:

a direct, demonstrable impact on improving the human rights situation or contribution to democratisation processes
sustainability
a proven track record of the applying organisation in human rights or good governance activities
the project must be a local initiative, and benefit local organisations
a well-written project proposal with a clear description of proposed activities, a detailed budget, stating intended objectives, expected outcomes, target groups and beneficiaries, and performance indicators
the proposed activity could be part of a larger framework of initiatives or programmes undertaken locally focusing on the same issues and supported by other donors
partnerships with other governmental and non-governmental organisations, which improve the impact of the activity.

Application submission

Organisations in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan wishing to obtain funding under the Embassy’s “Central Asia Human Rights and Good Governance Programme” can submit their project proposals in English or Russian, no later than March 31, 2010, to the Astana Office of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands at the following address:

Attn: Project Officer

Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

62, Kosmonavtov str., 3^rd floor

Astana 010000

Republic of Kazakhstan

Tel: +7 7171 555 456

Fax: +7 7172 555 474

e-mail: [email protected]

Applications must include the following information:

1. The Project

The project description should indicate the problem and how the activity will contribute to the solution:

name, location, and duration of the activity
background, context, relevance and unique contribution of the proposed project and motivation/rationale behind involvement of the applying organisation
aim(s) and objectives, expected results and performance indicators
target group(s) and beneficiaries
activities (type, required inputs, staff)
risks (likelihood, impact and management) and assumptions
monitoring/evaluation
sustainability (how the project will be supported after the end of the grant)
if previous funding from the Dutch Embassy was received, indicate project title and activity number.

2. The Applicant

The information about the applicant should clarify why the organisation is the right choice for conducting the activity

name, contact information (postal address, telephone, fax, e-mail, etc.) and bank details of applying organisation
name and contact information of project manager
track record in human rights or good governance activities.

3. The Budget

The budget should clarify how the requested funds will be used to conduct the activity

detailed budget by activity (sub-activity), including amount applied for and contributions from other sources

In case of the approval of the application, an agreement will be presented to the applicant outlining the terms and conditions under which financial assistance will be provided. The first instalment of the grant will be made available upon return of a signed copy of the agreement; the last instalment will be made available upon receipt and approval of the final report of the project.



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