WWF-India's Small Grants Program
Dear All,
Sharing information about WWF- India's small grants programmed for research activity.
Sabyasachi
WWF-Indias Small Grants Program
For Conservation Research & Action
With the aim of encouraging young Indians to respond innovatively and independently to the conservation issues which affect the country, WWF-India is offering eligible individuals a one-time grant of up to Rs. 200,000 for carrying out conservation research or undertaking a conservation project. The primary objective of this grant is to provide financial capacity to individuals based in India, who have developed and wish to implement short-term conservation research or initiatives that can contribute to larger conservation goals.
The SGP will provide grants to individuals for activities and/or research that address issues and offer solutions or insights towards:
Species and habitat related problems and concerns with a focus on immediate threats and issues (e.g. vulture conservation)
Enabling communities and other stakeholders to address local environmental concerns
Improving local livelihoods through conservation and natural resource management or promoting livelihoods that reduce impacts on biodiversity
Aspects of trade involving wildlife species
Increasing understanding on the status of lesser known or lesser studied species of wildlife
Innovative approaches to awareness raising regarding environmental concerns
Demonstrating individual or collective action towards conservation outcomes
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for a Small Grant, interested candidates must submit the following documents:
a completed project proposal
a current curriculum vitae
at least two professional references (include as a part of the CV)
Proposals should follow the template for Project Proposal and other guidelines available for download at
www.wwfindia.org/sgp
Include the following details in your CV/proposal:
Current occupation and complete employment history
Details of all confirmed and expected sources of funding, in case the proposed project is a part of a larger project
In case the proposed project is a part of an ongoing or proposed PhD programme, details of the institute, duration of the PhD, supervisor and other relevant details should also be included in the proposal.
Applications will be reviewed and grants provided twice a year. The last date for submission of applications is 30th June for Phase 1 and 31st December for Phase 2 of the programme.
