Call for Proposals 'Colourful Cultures' : the Tourism for Rural Development Small Grants Programme (T4RD-SGP) by UN Tourism

Details of the Call for Proposals:

Objective: To empower local artists and artisans, particularly women and youth, in rural tourism destinations across selected African countries. This initiative aims to enhance the socio-economic benefits of tourism, safeguard cultural heritage, and promote community empowerment and engagement.
Maximum Grant Amount: EUR 20,000 per selected project for eligible costs.
Target Countries: Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia, The Gambia, and Zambia.
Eligible Applicants: Civil society and non-governmental organizations from the selected Member States presenting projects that benefit artists and artisans in rural tourism destinations.
Application Deadline: December 2, 2024 (23:59 CET).

For wider dissemination, here are some additional technical and communication materials that could use be:

Small Grants Programme’s webpage : https://www.unwto.org/un-tourism-small-grants-programme
Call for Proposals - Colourful Cultures: https://www.unwto.org/colourful-cultures
Documents Package https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16RGx_JKhBzyGxomG0ubkHVP0QuR3SXDk?usp=sharing
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpGR9R_-x9c
Press Release https://www.unwto.org/news/un-tourism-and-tui-care-foundation-announce-grants-for-rural-artisans-in-africa

You may wish to attend a Briefing Session on 23rd October, 2024 at 12:00-13:00 (CEST). The session will be in French language and aims to provide further information on the application process and the expected role of UN Tourism Member States in this initiative. Platform : https://unwto-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkfuuopjMsG9alhwG2_ed5G6BuWfjM7k9m

Or consult the recording of the briefing session in English language: https://www.youtube.com/live/izKU5_4Uv-g