Summary:
The DRF 2024 is an initiative by SMEX to support digital rights in the West Asia and North Africa region by providing grants of up to $10,000 to counter digital threats and promote free internet.
1. Application Requirements:
- Geographic Focus: Must be based in the WANA region.
- Project Alignment: Should focus on surveillance, spyware, cybercrime, internet censorship, and content moderation.
- Entities: Open to individuals, groups, and organizations in the WANA region.
- Commitment: A demonstrated dedication to advancing digital rights.
2. Benefits:
- Supporting Defenders: Sub-grants for human rights defenders facing digital threats.
- Promoting Rights: Funding for projects that safeguard digital rights.
- Building Resilience: Resources and training for cybersecurity.
- Advancing Expression: Efforts against internet censorship to foster open dialogue.
3. Type:
Grant Initiative: A funding opportunity to empower entities in addressing online human rights violations.
4. Award and Location:
- Maximum Grant: Up to $10,000.
- Region: West Asia and North Africa.
5. Deadline:
Application Period: Currently open, with no specified deadline.
For more details and how to apply, visit the Digital Rights Fund for WANA.