Gov’t invites proposals for human rights projects

In commemoration of International Human Rights Day 2024, the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance has called for proposals for small, impactful human rights projects.
The request for proposals was posted on Thursday and is open to individuals and organisations in Guyana with experience working with the proposed target groups.
The Ministry explained that the initiative aims to strengthen the protection and promotion of human rights for vulnerable groups while empowering young community groups and individuals to play key roles in the advancement of human rights.
Proposals should be aligned with the theme of human rights, and target vulnerable communities in Guyana such as persons with disabilities, women, Amerindians, children, youth and the LGBTQI+ community.
These projects can include sensitisation sessions, capacity-building workshops, research endeavours, or media and communication projects to amplify marginalised voices.

The Government will provide funding and support, which includes monitoring by the Ministry, and continued engagement with awardees during implementation and post-project completion.
Government funding for the project will not exceed GY$100,000. Legal registration is not required for this opportunity; however, references must be provided.
Interested persons/organisations can view the template proposal document here. All proposals must be submitted on this template to the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance by 4:30 PM on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.
Proposals can be submitted in softcopy via email to [email protected] with the subject “HUMAN RIGHTS PROJECT PROPOSAL”. Hardcopy proposals should be addressed to the Senior Research Officer, Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance and delivered to the Ministry at 105 New Garden Street, Queenstown, Georgetown.
The winners will be announced during the Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Expo on December 9-10, 2024.
The Ministry’s drive to prioritise human rights, especially those of vulnerable groups, continues to manifest itself through a range of initiatives. Earlier this month, 162 people graduated from the first homegrown International Human Rights Law certificate course.
The programme aimed to educate Guyanese on human rights, international rights and conventions, and Guyana’s constitution and laws.
Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira, has been adamant that more must be done to bridge the gap in public knowledge about human rights and international conventions.
Therefore, innovative human rights projects spearheaded by community groups and young individuals will advance this cause.