Grant Call: Locally led Research-to-Action Initiatives in Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia

We are pleased to announce REDAA’s first grant call is now open! This call focuses on ‘medium-sized’ Project Grants of between £200,000 and £500,000 (GBP) over two to four years. Projects are expected to start from 1 January 2024.

The deadline for applications is 31 July 2023, 23:59 British Summer Time (UTC+1).

REDAA invites proposals for locally led research-to-action initiatives in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia that help both people and nature to thrive. This work could be focused on improving evidence, using new tools or strengthening governance systems.

All proposals should positively address integrated action for nature and climate, and gender equality and social inclusion. Each proposal should focused on one or more of the thematic priorities:

1.    Local research and capability for research
2.    Resource and land use assessments
3.    Business models
4.    Financing mechanisms
5.    Inclusive governance systems

Grant Call 1: Project Grants – Stage 1 Concept Notes

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For Grant Call 1 REDAA invites proposals for locally led research-to-action initiatives in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia that help both people and nature to thrive. Applications for Stage 1 Concept Notes are now open. The deadline for applications is 31 July 2023, 23:59 British Summer Time (UTC+1).

Below you will find resources to help you with your Concept Note application. Please read them carefully. Applications should be made via IIED’s Flexigrant portal.

Applicants should also read the REDAA Strategy for information about the programme’s rationale, aims, approach, main actions and development. We strongly encourage applicants to read the scoping studies which have shaped the strategy.

Resources

To access each of the resources below, simply click on the resource name, or the ‘read more’ button.

Grant Call 1 webinar – nature and people thriving together

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This webinar provides information on Grant Call 1. It was recorded during a live event on 20 June 2023. The webinar details what kind of research-to-action initiatives REDAA funds, who is eligible to apply, and the application process. A question-and-answer session is also included.

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Grant Call 1 webinar – Q&A responses

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This document provides written responses to questions received during the Grant Call 1 webinar on 20th June 2023.

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