What goes towards the minimum requirement in the fund specific of 20% for organisational development and an enabling environment?
The minimum requirement of 20% for organizational development and an enabling environment for civil society refers to specific budget allocations aimed at strengthening the capacity, sustainability, and impact of civil society organizations and the sector as a whole. This allocation may include organizational grants, capacity-building activities, and other targeted initiatives.
Key elements contributing to this requirement include:
a. Organizational Grants: These provide strategic support based on an organization’s long-term goals and strategy, enabling them to strengthen internal capacities, such as governance, fundraising, and transparency, while improving their overall sustainability.
b. Capacity-Building Activities: These may include training, advocacy, policy engagement, networking, and partnerships to empower civil society organizations to engage effectively in decision-making processes and broader societal challenges.
c. Sector-Wide Initiatives: Activities that foster collaboration, civic participation, and an enabling environment for civil society to thrive.
Additionally, pre-defined projects can be considered as part of the 20% allocation, provided they are strategically designed to address systemic issues or sector-wide challenges. These projects must align with the programme’s objectives and demonstrate a clear link to organizational development or strengthening the enabling environment for civil society. Pre-defined projects offer an opportunity to tackle long-term or complex issues that require a coordinated and well-structured approach.
It is important to note that while the Fund Operator is expected to conduct capacity-building activities as part of their operational responsibilities these are funded through the management fee and do not contribute to the 20% allocation. The 20% allocation is distinct and specifically reserved for activities and grants that directly address organizational development and the enabling environment for civil society.