The Funding Feminist Initiatives 2026 provides grants to feminist groups, activists, artists, researchers, and community organizations in Armenia to support feminist events and activities. The grant seeks to support feminist values and awareness on issues such as women’s rights, sexual violence, domestic violence, and gender-based activism. Up to 500,000 AMD is available in funding for successful applicants.
About The Funding Feminist Initiatives 2026
The Funding Feminist Initiatives 2026 is awarded by the Women’s Fund Armenia, a nonprofit organisation that focuses on empowering and strengthening the women’s and feminist movement in Armenia. The organisation provides funding of up to 500,000 AMD to support this movement through the collaboration of activist, feminists and civil society groups.
The purpose of the fund is to support feminist-led events and activities that raise awareness about gender equality, challenge harmful norms, support survivors, and foster inclusive feminist engagement in Armenian communities.
The initiative support four distinct programs all through the year. These are the Women’s Rights Day which occurs every March 8 and has an application deadline of february 5, 2026. The Sexual Violence Awareness Raising and Advocacy holds in April and the application deadline is March 2, 2026, the National Day Against Domestic Violence in October 1 has an application deadline of September 3, 2026 and the Feminist Events Dedicated to the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence that takes place from November 25 – December 10. Its application closes on October 20, 2025.
Funding Size
- Typical grant amount: 500,000 AMD
- Maximum award: 500,000 AMD
- Project duration supported: Varies depending on the award.
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Who Can Apply to the Funding Feminist Initiatives 2026
- Eligible organization types: Feminists, civil society organisations, student groups, researchers and activist.
- Registration requirements:
- applicants or organisations must be located in Armenia.
- projects must focus on feminist activities and gender equality.
- Geographic eligibility: Armenia
- Sector or thematic focus: Feminist events and advocacy tied to women’s rights, sexual violence awareness, domestic violence prevention, and gender-based activism.
Application Process
- Complete and upload all required documents on the application’s official website by the due date.
- Applications are evaluated based on feminist values and impact.
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Required Materials
- Project proposal
- Brief summary of the project.
- Budget proposal
- Proof of organisation registration
- Value statements and preferred event dates.
Key Dates
- Women’s Rights Day (March 8):
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- Application Deadline: 5 February 2026
- Notification: 25 February 2026
- Event Dates: 8–15 March 2026
- Sexual Violence Awareness Raising and Advocacy (April):
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- Application Deadline: 2 March 2026
- Notification: 20 March 2026
- Event Dates: April 2026
- National Day Against Domestic Violence (October 1):
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- Application Deadline: 3 September 2026
- Notification: 15 September 2026
- Event Dates: 1–7 October 2026
- Feminist Events Dedicated to the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (November 25 – December 10)
- Application Deadline: October 20, 2025
- Notification: November 3, 2025
- Event Dates: November 25 – December 10, 2025
Selection Notes
- Applications are evaluated against clear criteria focusing on feminist principles, impact, creativity, and inclusivity.
- Priority focus areas: Projects that focus on feminist awareness.
- Exclusions: Projects that are not based on feminist awareness.
Official Source of the Funding Feminist Initiatives 2026
- Official Application Page: https://womenfundarmenia.org/open-call-for-funding-feminist-initiatives-2026/
