Illustrative photo (Photo: VNA)Hanoi (VNA) – The Australian Embassy in Hanoi on June 29 beganreceiving applications for its Direct Aid Programme (DAP), which grantsfinancial support for projects carried out in localities from the north to thecentral province of Thua Thien-Hue during 2018-2019.
Grants of up to 60,000 AUD (44,064 USD) are set aside for non-government organisations(NGOs), community groups and other not-for-profit organisations to developsmall-scale projects to empower disadvantaged groups.
DAP Hanoi will prioritise high value projects and initiatives with innovativeapproaches to longstanding development challenges.
The deadline for online submission is July 31.
Applications must satisfy DAP guidelines. The application form is available at https://dap.smartygrants.com.au/DAPHanoiEnglish2018-19 (English version), and https://dap.smartygrants.com.au/DAPHanoiVietnamese2018-19 (Vietnamese version).
For queries about DAP or the application process, contact DAP via email Dap.hanoi@dfat.gov.au or telephone: 02437740116.
With an annual budget of 300,000 AUD (220,320 USD), DAP is a competitive andflexible small grants programme funded by the Australian government’s aidbudget. It works with local communities in developing countries on projectsthat reduce poverty and achieve sustainable development consistent withAustralia’s national interests.
DAP projects cover education, health, water and sanitation, environmentalprotection, women’s empowerment and gender equality, supporting people withdisabilities, economic livelihoods, food security and human rights.-VNA
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