International Women's Day Grant
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About this tender
Overview The Department of People, Sport and Culture (NT) provides grants to support activities held on or around International Women's Day (8 March) that deliver meaningful and tangible benefits for women and girls in the Northern Territory. About The Department of People, Sport and Culture recognises International Women's Day as a United Nations observance and aligns this grant program with the principles, priorities and themes promoted by the United Nations and UN Women. For more information, visit: United Nations International Women's Day UN Women Australia Purpose Funded activities must aim to address barriers experienced by women and girls, creating opportunities that strengthen wellbeing, participation, leadership, economic security and gender equality outcomes. Objectives Applicants can apply for projects, services or activities held on or around International Women's Day that meet the program's objectives to: Support women and girls to overcome barriers to participation, leadership, safety, health, education or economic opportunity Increase access to skills, knowledge, networks, resources or support services Deliver meaningful benefits and outcomes for women, girls and Territory communities Funding Grants of up to $3,000 are available. Eligibility Projects are encouraged that: Take place in regional and remote communities Build long-term capability, participation or leadership How to Apply Grant applications open on Thursday, 1 October 2026 and close on Friday, 6 November 2026. The following supporting documents are available for this grant: International Women s Day Grant Guidelines 2026-27.pdf International Womens Day Grant Guidelines 2026-27.DOCX Grants Budget Calculator - IWD.xlsx NTG Vendor Creation Form.docx
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