Connect for Global Change is an EU-funded project that is the result of a collaboration between eleven European organizations. In Denmark, CISU manages the project.

As part of the project, a funding pool has been set aside for information and engagement projects. The pool can be applied for by Danish civil society organizations.

The first application deadline is Wednesday, November 27 at 12 noon and the next one in the fall of 2025.

Hear more about the project and the opportunities to apply for the new EU fund when we hold the launch event at Vartov, Copenhagen, on October 2, 2024.

 

Who can apply?

Any Danish civil society organizations, preferably in collaboration with others, can apply for this fund. Please note that organizations with an annual turnover exceeding DKK 75 million cannot apply.

What kind of projects does this fund support?

The fund supports information and engagement projects that contribute to Connect for Global Change's goal of empowering, engaging and connecting people in Denmark to take responsibility for a sustainable world. Projects should target those who may not be as aware of or involved in global challenges.

Projects should promote:

1. Critical understanding: Increase citizens' ability to reflect and take informed positions.
2. Meaningful engagement: Motivate practitioners to take responsibility for the cause and lead others.
3. Global development: Focus on topics such as social and environmental justice, gender equality or other topics within the UN Global Goals.

Projects can choose to focus on:

1. Young people: Projects designed and led by young people themselves.
2. Gender norms: Challenging traditional gender norms to address unequal power relations.

How much is the amount?

You can apply for between €5,000 and €26,000 (7% administration can be added to the amount applied for).

Please note that Connect for Global Change covers a maximum of 20% of costs in countries on the EU list of developing countries and territories.

Please also note that any grant will be paid out in two installments. The first 80% of the total amount granted will be paid at the start of the action, while the remaining 20% will be paid when the project is completed and CISU has received and approved the final accounts and report for the grant.

How to apply?

All applications are submitted digitally to CISU via Our CISU, where you upload the application form and budget format as well as mandatory attachments.

Forms and formats will be made available on this page after summer 2024.

Please note that you as the main applicant must be registered in Our CISU in advance of the application deadline.

 

Learn more about the fund and other FAQ here.