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Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Global Drug Policy Program Grants - The Open Society Institute

Overview

The Open Society Institute Global Drug Policy Program aims to broaden, diversify and consolidate the network of organizations actively challenging the current state of international drug policy. Stemming from the notion that the "war on drugs" is actually a "war on drug users," the program advocates a more balanced approach in international drug policy with a greater focus on human rights.

The program is dedicated to utilizing scientific evidence and input from organizations and individuals engaged in and affected by drug use and drug policy in the development of policy recommendations.

Eligible candidates

The Global Drug Policy Program welcomes proposals from organizations worldwide. We support a broad range of institutions working in different fields, such as economics, policy, public health, human rights, and the media.

Successful projects should support one or more of the program's objectives and have a strong regional or international focus. Projects should be advocacy-based and are required to have a well-developed strategy for media outreach.

While the program does not have upper or lower funding brackets, projects are expected to demonstrate co-funding. The Global Drug Policy program funds projects which do not exceed one year.

View a list of projects supported in 2008 and 2009.

If the main focus of your project is harm reduction, please consider applying for funding from the Open Society Institute International Harm Reduction Development Program.


Application Procedure

If you are contacting the program for the first time, we request that you send a concept paper of no more than 2 pages. It should include:

•the aim, objectives and main outcomes
•estimated budget and timeframe
•short description of the organization
Submit via email to proposals_drugpolicy@sorosny.org.

Application Form 2010 (over $25,000 USD) Microsoft Word Document

Application Form 2010 (under $25,000 USD)

Once the program has reviewed concept papers, grant seekers may be invited to submit a full application. Please find application forms below for requests under and over $25,000.

Deadline

In 2010, the program will accept applications on a rolling basis from March 1 until October 1.

Decision-Making Process

Once a complete application has been received, it typically takes about three months to complete the application review process and deliver the decision. Final grant decisions are made by the Global Drug Policy Program's grant review committee.

Grant-Monitoring Process

You will be required to submit regular reports, stipulated in the contract. Grantees are encouraged to keep in touch with the program, provide informal updates on their work and take part in international conferences. In certain cases, the program may request an external evaluation or audit of grantee organizations.

Contact Information

If you require further information, please contact: proposals_drugpolicy@sorosny.org.


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