Applications are now open for the Commonwealth Blue Charter Project Incubator for Climate/Ocean Innovation 2023.
The Commonwealth Blue Charter Project Incubator supports the development of government-led initiatives and pilot projects under the Commonwealth Blue Charter that accelerate their transition to fair, sustainable and inclusive ocean governance, protection and blue economies, and build resilience and adaptation to climate change. Grants range from £5k to £50k, as well as providing training and technical
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) provides the main UK government scholarship scheme led by international development objectives. The CSC is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for International Development (DFID). The CSC operates within the framework of the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) and is a vivid demonstration of the UK’s enduring commitment to the Commonwealth.
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Benefits of Commonwealth Blue Charter Project.
Grants cannot be split into smaller grants per recipient to circumvent the £50,000 limit.
Ineligible costs will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis; however, in general the following categories in this non-exhaustive list are not covered:
- Government staff time;
- Work that is part of a government’s usual day-to-day activities;
- Ministerial-level travel;
- Excessive and unnecessary travel;
- Sub-contracting not identified in the project proposal.
Requirements for Commonwealth Blue Charter Project.
All applications must have a Commonwealth Government as the lead project entity. The lead entity is responsible for the delivery of the project. In a situation where the Government may not be equipped to receive international funding, it may assign a fiscal agent1 or one of the project partners to manage the grant’s finances. However, the lead Government remains responsible for overseeing the proper disbursement of these funds.
Additionally, partnering with non-governmental entities is strongly recommended (see below)
Application Deadline
January 10, 2023
How to Apply Commonwealth Blue Charter Project
Interested and qualified? Go to Common wealth Scholarships on www.surveymonkey.co.uk to apply
Before submitting, please make sure to read the guidance provided in the Frequently Asked Questions.
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