WATCH THE VIDEO HERE The Women in the Digital Economy Fund (WiDEF) is extending an invitation to local entities in countries where USAID operates to submit applications for grants. These grants aim to scale existing solutions that have shown measurable progress in closing the gender digital divide and contribute to transformative approaches to digital inclusion. WiDEF seeks to support entities deeply embedded within their communities, showcasing successful approaches to advancing gender equality and digital inclusion. The focus is on benefiting women, girls, and marginalized populations, including persons with disabilities and indigenous peoples. Grants from WiDEF will support solutions that meet the following criteria: WiDEF offers support ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000. Both local nonprofit and for-profit entities are eligible to apply. Proposed solutions must advance digital inclusion and address gender constraints. Additionally, integration of at least two core priority areas and the generation of data and insights are required. Scalability across different contexts must be clearly articulated, and the adoption of gender-based violence mitigation policies for all digital inclusion activities is necessary. Applicants must also meet USAID eligibility requirements. Preference will be given to: All countries are eligible except for Afghanistan, Burma, China, Cuba, Haiti, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Venezuela, and India (for Round 1 funding). Organizations must meet USAID Local Entity criteria, be legally organized in a USAID-assisted country, and comply with applicable sections in the Mandatory and Required-as-Applicable Standard Provisions for Non-U.S. Non-Governmental Organizations. Deadline for applications: May 6, 2024. Click HERE to applyObjectives
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