Deadline: 20 September 2024
The ‘Supporting Independent Media and Reliable Information in Moldova’ project is implemented by ERIM in co-partnership with the Media Project Cu Sens and funded by the European Union aims to support Moldovan journalists, bloggers and fact-checkers in receiving tailored capacity building support and developing their network thereby to increase production of quality content countering disinformation and providing reliable information of public interest.
These grants will provide financial assistance for the purchase of essential equipment, digital security training, and the implementation of secure online campaigns. This initiative seeks to enhance the capacity of Moldovan media professionals to produce quality content, counter disinformation, and ensure reliable information reaches the public. Priority will be given to applicants from outside Chisinau and from rural communities.
Funding Information
- Minimum: EUR 2000
- Maximum: EUR 2500
- The call will be open until the maximum award of 10 grants will be disbursed. The first round of applications is expected to be reviewed mid-September.
Eligible Activities
- Team or individual retreats
- Psychological consultations (group or individual)
- Anti-burnout activities (yoga, hikes, etc.)
- Legal consultations and assistance with lawyers or experts.
Eligible Costs
- Equipment
- Consultancy
- Training
- Salary costs are not eligible under this award.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant is an independent media or a journalist
- The applicant is a registered entity (for media outlets)
- The applicant has been active for at least 2 years
- The applicant has not received any financial resources from any political party from Moldova and abroad.
- Through its work, the applicant provides quality information to the public and prompts democratic values in Moldova.
- Applicants based outside Chisinau and from rural communities are particularly welcome.
Ineligibility Criteria
- Political or religious organizations are not eligible; therefore, their applications will not be considered.
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