CFPs: Strengthening Social Protection and Inclusion through CSOs (Albania)

CFPs: Strengthening Social Protection and Inclusion through CSOs (Albania) is sponsored by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Albania. This grant invites Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to apply for grants supporting social protection and inclusion initiatives.

# CFPs: Strengthening Social Protection and Inclusion through CSOs (Albania) - fundsforNGOs * Skip to primary navigation * Skip to primary sidebar Grants and Resources for Sustainability * Agriculture, Food and Nutrition * Democracy and Good Governance * Environmental Conservation and Climate Change * Narcotics, Drugs and Crime * Peace and Conflict Resolution * Refugees, Migration and Asylum Seekers * Sustainable Development * Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) * Agriculture, Food and Nutrition * Artificial Intelligence * Environment and Climate Change * Startups and Early-Stage * Sustainable Development * Funds in the United Kingdom * Funds in the Netherlands * Funds in the United States * Funds within the United States * Funds for US Nonprofits * Funds for US Individuals * Funds for US Businesses * Funds for US Institutions * How to write a Proposal * Business & Entrepreneurship * Climate Change & Diversity * Democracy and Good Governance * Disaster & Humanitarian Relief * Narcotics, Drugs & Crime * Nutrition & Food Security * Refugee & Asylum Seekers * Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) You are here: Home/Civil Society Development/ CFPs: Strengthening Social Protection and Inclusion through CSOs (Albania) # CFPs: Strengthening Social Protection and Inclusion through CSOs (Albania) **Deadline**: 27-Apr-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Albania invites **Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)** to apply for grants supporting social protection and inclusion initiatives.

Grants focus on disability inclusion, Roma and Egyptian community empowerment, participatory governance, and advocacy, with funding of up to **1,200,000 Albanian Lek (ALL)** for projects lasting a maximum of 12 months.

## Overview of the Initiative The **United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)** seeks applications from **Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)** in Albania to implement projects that: * Promote **inclusive social services** and strengthen social protection * Empower marginalized communities, including **persons with disabilities** and **Roma and Egyptian populations** * Enhance **participatory governance, advocacy, and policy dialogue** * Foster **networking, coalition-building, and accountability mechanisms** This initiative empowers citizens as **rights holders** to claim entitlements while contributing to the **planning, implementation, and monitoring** of inclusive social services at local and national levels.

Projects may address one or more of the following areas: 1. **Disability Inclusion** * Empower persons with disabilities and their participation in decision-making * Strengthen the role of **Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs)** in local governance * Promote advocacy and policy dialogue on disability rights 2.

**Monitoring and Accountability** * Strengthen mechanisms for community-based monitoring of social services * Enhance transparency and evidence-based policy dialogue 3. **Inclusive Social Services** * Improve access to and quality of services for vulnerable groups * Support participatory planning and implementation at local and national levels 4.

**Roma and Egyptian Community Inclusion** * Empower communities, particularly women and youth * Advance advocacy, policy dialogue, and anti-discrimination initiatives 5.

**Organizational Capacity** * Strengthen CSOs’ institutional and advocacy capacities * Support coalition-building and collaboration among stakeholders Eligible applicants include: * **Lot 1:** Albanian Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), particularly representing children, youth, or women * **Lot 2:** Albanian Organizations of Roma and Egyptian communities, including those focused on women and youth * **Maximum grant amount:** 1,200,000 Albanian Lek (ALL) per proposal * **Project duration:** Up to 12 months * **Funding type:** One-time grant to implement targeted social inclusion initiatives 1.

**Proposal Submission** – Organizations submit project proposals aligned with the call’s focus areas. 2. **Evaluation** – UNDP assesses proposals based on relevance, feasibility, inclusivity, and expected impact.

3. **Implementation** – Selected CSOs execute projects, promoting **social protection, inclusion, and participatory governance**. 4.

**Monitoring and Reporting** – Organizations report progress and outcomes to UNDP, supporting accountability and evidence-based policy dialogue.

## Why This Grant Matters * Amplifies **voices of marginalized communities** in Albania * Strengthens **inclusive governance and advocacy capacity** of CSOs * Enhances **transparency and accountability** in social service delivery * Contributes to high-quality, responsive, and **inclusive social policies** * Align projects with **disability inclusion, Roma/Egyptian community empowerment, or participatory governance** * Highlight strategies for **community engagement and citizen empowerment** * Demonstrate capacity for **monitoring, advocacy, and coalition-building** * Ensure proposals are feasible within the **12-month timeframe** * Include plans for **evidence-based outcomes and reporting mechanisms** ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) **1.

Who is eligible to apply? ** * Lot 1: Albanian OPDs, especially representing children, youth, or women with disabilities * Lot 2: Albanian organizations serving Roma and Egyptian communities, including women and youth **2. What is the maximum grant amount?

** * Up to **1,200,000 Albanian Lek (ALL)** per proposal **3. What is the maximum project duration? ** **4.

Which areas should projects focus on? ** * Disability inclusion, social protection, advocacy, participatory governance, and inclusion of Roma and Egyptian communities **5. Can multiple focus areas be included in one proposal?

** * Yes. Proposals may address several focus areas if clearly planned and feasible **6. What type of reporting is required?

** * Progress and outcomes must be reported to UNDP to ensure accountability and support evidence-based policy dialogue **7. Are women and youth considered priority groups? ** * Yes.

Projects targeting **women and youth** within the focus communities are strongly encouraged This UNDP grant empowers **Civil Society Organizations in Albania** to strengthen social protection, inclusion, and participatory governance.

By funding targeted initiatives for **persons with disabilities** and **Roma and Egyptian communities**, the programme enhances community empowerment, advocacy capacity, and the **quality and inclusivity of social services** across Albania. For more information, visit UNDP.

#### RFAs: Strengthening U.S. Market Mastery and Investment Ties (Jordan) #### Call for Applications: Community Grants Programme 2026 (Australia) #### Apply Now for UFA Foundation Rural Communities Grants (Canada) #### Applications open for Partnership Engage Grant Program (Canada) #### Applications open for Community Grants (United Kingdom) #### Apply for Bow Seat’s True Blue Fellowship Program 2027 #### Call for Proposals: Supporting Community-drive Change for Peace (Armenia) #### Call for Applications: ABOUTAsia Impact Grant for Community Change #### CDC Grant to Strengthen Global Health Surveillance Systems (United States) #### WCT-Biodiversity, Ecosystems and Endangered Species Grant Programme (India) #### Micro-Grant Pilot Initiative for Community-Based Organizations (Afghanistan) #### Call for EOIs: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Schools (India) #### Open Call for Discover Graduate Programme (South Africa) #### Nominations Open: Sustainable Gender Equality Champions Award #### Call for Applications: External Bursary Programme (South Africa) #### Request for Proposals: Strengthening EaP CSO Organizational Resilience #### Entries open for Cullman Center Fellowship Program #### 2026 Community Events Grant Program (Australia) #### Submit Applications for International Residencies Grant (Canada) #### Be First in Line: Download “Upcoming Global Grants for August 2025” #### Top 10 Must-Apply Grants for Zambia in 2025 #### 2025 Grant Calls for UK-Based Charitable Organizations #### Handpicked Upcoming Grants for July 2025 – Apply Now #### High-potential Business Opportunities across Africa #### 2025 Newly announced Grant Opportunities for Nigeria #### Small-Scale Grants – Unlock Funding of up to $10,000 #### 2025 Newly announced Grant Opportunities for Bangladesh #### 2025 Newly announced Grant Opportunities for South Africa #### 2025 Newly announced Grant Opportunities for India #### [[2025 Fellowships] Amazing Opportunities to Transform Your Career](https://www2.

fundsforngos. org/premium-resources/2025-fellowships-amazing-opportunities-to-transform-your-career/) #### Women Empowerment & Gender Equality Opportunities – Apply from Anywhere!

#### Top Education-Focused Opportunities for African Initiatives #### Global Grants offering more than $1 Million for Large-Scale Projects #### Grants Offering $10K–$30K in Support for Changemakers #### Open Opportunities for Climate Change Projects – Ready, Set, Apply!

#### RFAs: Strengthening U.S. Market Mastery and Investment Ties (Jordan) #### Call for Applications: Community Grants Programme 2026 (Australia) #### Apply Now for UFA Foundation Rural Communities Grants (Canada) #### Applications open for Partnership Engage Grant Program (Canada) #### Applications open for Community Grants (United Kingdom) #### Apply for Bow Seat’s True Blue Fellowship Program 2027 #### Call for Proposals: Supporting Community-drive Change for Peace (Armenia) #### Call for Applications: ABOUTAsia Impact Grant for Community Change #### CDC Grant to Strengthen Global Health Surveillance Systems (United States) #### WCT-Biodiversity, Ecosystems and Endangered Species Grant Programme (India) #### Micro-Grant Pilot Initiative for Community-Based Organizations (Afghanistan) #### Call for EOIs: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Schools (India) #### Open Call for Discover Graduate Programme (South Africa) #### Nominations Open: Sustainable Gender Equality Champions Award #### Call for Applications: External Bursary Programme (South Africa) #### Request for Proposals: Strengthening EaP CSO Organizational Resilience #### Entries open for Cullman Center Fellowship Program #### 2026 Community Events Grant Program (Australia) #### Apply Now: Travel Grants for Civil Society Organizations #### RFAs: Mental Health First Aid Training Grants Program (Australia) #### Apply Now: OCC Leadership and Micro-Grant Program (Canada) #### CFAs: Strengthening Maternal and Child Health in Guayas and Chimborazo (Ecuador) #### RFPs: Supporting Informal Retraining Opportunities for Target Groups (Ukraine) #### Apply for Inclusive Gender Equality Champions Award #### Entries Open: Media Workshop on Biodiversity Reporting in Kenya Advertise, Guest Posting & Backlinks Functional- [x] Functional Always active Preferences- [x] Preferences Statistics- [x] Statistics The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes.

The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you.

The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. * Manage {vendor_count} vendors Accept Deny View preferences Save preferencesView preferences