With an overall budget of €79.5 billion for 2021-2027 to contribute to the eradication of poverty and the advancement of international development, the European Union (EU) as a whole is the largest provider of foreign aid in the world. However, knowing, understanding, and accessing EU funds is not always easy.
This guidance note is addressed to organisations of persons with disabilities (DPOs) around the world interested in approaching the EU and its delegations for funding opportunities. The guidance note provides information on policies and EU departments focusing on the work outside the EU as well as administrative, financial and practical content.
The funding available by the EU is under the “Global Europe” initiative, also known as the Neighbourhood, Development, and International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI). It was formed in 2021 by combining three budgets: the European Neighbourhood Instrument, the European Development Fund, and the Stability Instrument.
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Global Europe funding for DPOs report (Word Document)
For more information, please contact Marion Steff, International Cooperation Manager