The Integrated Emergency Program for Child Protection Initiatives in Jordan seeks grant proposals to enhance the protection and well-being of vulnerable children and families facing multiple social and economic risks.

Overview

The initiative focuses on contributing to the protection, well-being, and development of vulnerable minors exposed to abuse, exploitation, violence, social exclusion, and school dropout. The program aims to promote protection and resilience through integrated care, prevention, response, and family and community strengthening. Key themes addressed include protection from abuse, harassment, and exploitation in international aid, inclusion of persons with disabilities, child protection, environmental protection, and accountability to affected people. This program is designed to respond to the challenging context in Jordan, where both refugee and local populations face increasing pressure due to socioeconomic fragility and limited access to essential services. The goal is to strengthen protective systems and provide targeted interventions for particularly at-risk children.

Funding and Benefits

The total allocation of funds for the initiatives subject to this call for proposals amounts to €3,500,000, with €3,350,000 dedicated to the Child Protection Sector and €150,000 allocated for administrative costs. Funding support is available up to €837,500 for projects submitted by a single non-profit entity and up to €1,675,000 for joint projects involving two or more non-profit entities.

Eligibility

The initiative emphasizes supporting children exposed to various forms of vulnerability, including child labor, early marriage, domestic and cyber violence, educational exclusion, institutionalization, disability, psychosocial distress, and family separation. Projects are expected to adopt an inclusive and intersectional approach, considering different forms of discrimination based on gender, age, disability, refugee status, and other conditions. Beneficiary selection must ensure that 70 percent of beneficiaries are Syrian refugees and 30 percent are Jordanian citizens. While other vulnerable groups may be included, they cannot be the primary focus of the interventions, and selection must be based on clearly defined vulnerability criteria.

Eligible candidates are limited to non-profit entities registered under the relevant legal framework, with demonstrated experience in humanitarian aid and child protection interventions. Applicants must also possess the operational capacity to work in Jordan, comply with legal and financial obligations, and maintain a strong record of accountability and ethical conduct in previous project implementations.

Project Details

• Location: Jordan
• Grant Size: €1,675,000
• Closing Date: 31 May 2026
• Project Duration: Project activities can extend up to 21 months.

Application Process

Interested parties may submit proposals through the designated application portal.

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Contact Information

The funding opportunity is associated with the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation.