A dozen civil society organisations (CSOs) that are undertaking projects geared towards capacity building, skills enhancement and advocacy have each been awarded grant funding made available under the final year of the 9th European Development Fund Programme aimed at “Empowering Non-State Actors in Seychelles”.
Following the recent call for proposals, a total of 26 potential projects were submitted by 19 NGOs. However, only 12 proposals were selected for funding. The grants recipients and successful projects are a follows:
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NGO NAME
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PROJECT TITLE
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Green Islands Foundation
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Capacity Building in the Association of Artisanal Shark Fishermen (AASF) in gathering and management of data.
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Nurses Association of Seychelles
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Promotion of Men’s Health – sensitization campaign about cancer and associated diseases affecting men.
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Seychelles Scouts Association
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Leadership and Management- Capacity Building Training
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Alliance of Solidarity for the family (ASFF)
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Training In Counselling and interpersonal communication skills in sexual and reproductive Health
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H.I.V. and AIDS Support Organisations (HASO)
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Strengthening HIV/AIDS Awareness and prevention Amongst Young People on Praslin Island
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Friends of Prison
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Production of Information booklets for prisoners
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Seventh Day Adventist
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Empowering Youth in Community L
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Nature Seychelles
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Professional Certification for Boat operators on Cousin Island Special Reserve
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Sustainability for Seychelles
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Climate Change Training for professionals in the construction Sector
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The Diabetic Society of Seychelles
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Create Diabetic Awareness Through Information Leaflets
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Eco-Tourism Society of Seychelles
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Advocacy Program on the Stages in the Development of an eco-tourism community venture
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Atelye Pour Aprann Nouvo Artizana (APANA)
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Computer Training and Typing Skills
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