The Asia Foundation’s AMPLIFY program has officially opened calls for proposals for its WPS Civil Society Activation Initiative, inviting grassroots practitioners and organizations across Southeast Asia to apply for pilot project grants of up to USD 3,000 by November 6, 2026, reported. Designed to foster innovative approaches to Women, Peace, and Security, the funding opportunity targets grassroots actors in eight countries through early 2027.
Grant Scope and Regional Eligibility
Eligible applicants can request up to USD 3,000 to execute small-scale pilot projects between November 2026 and March 2027. According to program details outlined, the initiative is open to individuals, informal groups, and established organizations based in Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Indonesia, Philippines, Timor-Leste, Thailand, and Vietnam. notes that applicants submit their materials via a Statement of Interest through the funder’s official portal.
Proposals Must Focus on Environment, Digital Safety or Peace
Proposals must focus on at least one of three designated priority areas. These include Environmental Security—addressing water insecurity, natural disasters, and environmental degradation—and Digital Transformation, which centers on digital safety, technology-facilitated violence, and women’s participation in tech. The third pillar focuses directly on enhancing women’s roles in conflict prevention and peace processes.
Applicants Must Submit Materials by November 6 2026
Beyond financial support, successful grantees will secure invitations to a two-day regional convening in early 2027, with travel expenses covered separately by the AMPLIFY program. Interested applicants must submit their complete application sets via email to [email protected] and finish the short registration form on the submission platform before the November 6, 2026 deadline.
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