 Small Grants Program 2006 Launched The World Bank Country Office in Kazakhstan is pleased to announce launch of the 2006 Small Grants Program for total amount of USD34,000 for Kazakhstan organizations. Any institution involved in development broadly defined may apply for a grant. However, the SmGP prefers to support nonprofit, nongovernmental, nonacademic organizations. Usually individual grant cannot exceed USD5,000. Applications are accepted in Astana Country Office and Regional Office in Almaty till December 26, 2005. Activities supported by the SmGP are intended to promote dialogue and dissemination of information, and enhance partnerships with key players in support of the development process. In 2006 the SmGP will support projects focusing on engagement of marginalized and vulnerable groups of population in civic activities solving social problems and addressing environmental issues. As in previous year, priority will be given to activities aimed at raising public awareness of the rural population. World Bank and NGOs
The growth of civil society has been one of the most significant trends in international development. Partnerships amongst governments, businesses and civil society organizations (CSOs) are increasingly seen as one of the most effective ways to raise standards of living and achieve sustainable development. The World Bank's Civil Society web site provides CSOs with information and materials on the World Bank’s evolving relationship with civil society throughout the world. In addition, the World Bank's Europe and Central Asia Region website, deals with civil society issues specific to the region. Here we will be placing information that can be of interest for CSOs working in and for Kazakhstan. This site is dedicated to information on ongoing policy consultations, funding sources, operational partnerships, and other development-related issues.
Launch of Small Grants Program Workshops in Kazakhstan World Bank Country Office in Kazakhstan held two pilot seminars in the framework of the Small Grants Program. The seminars took place in Astana on January 21 and in Almaty on January 31 to gather around 60 participants. The aim of such seminars is to secure a better quality of applications for the Program and increase awareness about the Program among potential grantees. Presentations on Small Grants Program and PIC/Bank’s information resources were followed by a questions and answers session. The questions covered various topics like budget, eligible costs, partnerships. For more information please contact Elena Karaban at and Irina Galimova at . |
