We are pleased to announce that the Women’s Fund continues to accept applications for funding feminist initiatives through this open call.
Throughout 2025, there will be opportunities to support events in 3 key areas. Detailed information about these opportunities can be found below.
Women’s Rights Day: Every Day – March 8 Events
Application Deadline: February 21, 2025 (inclusive)
Notification of Results: By March 3, 2025
Event Dates: March 8–15, 2025
Location: Armenia
Grant Amount: Up to 500,000 AMD (including taxes)
The feminist movement continues to redefine March 8 each year, restoring its true significance as a day to fight for women’s rights and opportunities, raise awareness about women’s issues, and demand solutions. These initiatives remind us that March 8 is not merely a day for buying flowers and gifts but carries a deeper meaning, reflecting the century-long struggle of millions of women. If you are planning to implement feminist ideas or projects related to March 8, we look forward to hearing your proposals. Through your application, we aim to understand the feminist event or initiative you plan to organize in connection with this day of advocacy for women’s rights.
Feminist Events Dedicated to the National Day Against Domestic Violence (October 1)
Application Deadline: September 13, 2025 (inclusive)
Notification of Results: By September 20, 2025
Event Dates: October 1–7, 2025
Location: Armenia
Grant Amount: Up to 500,000 AMD (including taxes)
On October 1, 2010, 20-year-old Zaruhi Petrosyan died tragically as a result of brutal beatings by her husband. This was not the only case of domestic violence in Armenia, but its cruelty and the public outcry it sparked shook society. Following this incident, several civil society organizations concerned about domestic violence came together to form the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Women. Their demands included fair trials, prevention of domestic violence cases, and reforms in the legislative field. Since then, the Coalition has marked October 1 as the National Day Against Domestic Violence.
As part of this call, grants will support feminist gatherings and a variety of events and actions dedicated to feminist goals, community empowerment, and inspiring change. We welcome applications that align with our mission and focus on raising awareness about domestic violence, addressing and preventing it, reflecting on its gendered dimensions, amplifying the voices of systemically ignored groups in the context of domestic violence, and challenging patriarchal structures. We look forward to receiving your proposals!
Feminist Events Dedicated to the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (November 25 – December 10)
Application Deadline: November 1, 2025
Notification of Results: By November 10, 2025
Event Dates: November 25 – December 10, 2025
Location: Armenia
Grant Amount: Up to 500,000 AMD (including taxes)
The 16 Days of Activism is an annual international campaign that begins on November 25 (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) and concludes on December 10 (Human Rights Day). Launched in 1991 by the Center for Women’s Global Leadership, the campaign aims to raise awareness about gender-based violence and inspire actions to end all forms of such violence. Governments, NGOs, and individuals worldwide organize various events, including seminars, marches, and social media campaigns, focusing on preventing gender-based violence, restoring justice, and empowering survivors. The initiative highlights the connection between gender inequality and violence, calling for systemic change.
As part of this call, grants will support feminist gatherings and a wide range of events and actions dedicated to feminist goals, community empowerment, and inspiring change. We welcome applications that align with our mission and focus on raising awareness about gender-based violence, addressing and preventing it, reflecting on its gendered dimensions, amplifying the voices of systemically ignored groups in the context of gender-based violence, and challenging patriarchal structures. We look forward to receiving your proposals!
Who Can Apply?
We invite a wide range of applicants, including:
- Feminist self-organized groups
- Researchers in academia and beyond
- Artists and creative initiatives
- Local and community-based feminist activists
- Civil society organizations and coalitions
- Student groups
We particularly emphasize the importance of applications from systemically marginalized groups and individuals, including women from ethnic minority groups, LGBTQ+ individuals, women with disabilities, refugee and displaced women, and women from border regions and other underrepresented communities.
Content of Applications
We expect applications to include:
- Workshops: Interactive sessions aimed at skill development, education, and empowerment.
- Panel Discussions: Events addressing the issue from diverse perspectives.
- Performances: Artistic presentations, including theater, music, dance, spoken word, stand-up comedy, and more, aimed at raising awareness.
- Film Screenings: Showings of documentaries or other films.
- Exhibitions: Visual art displays that reflect the issue from a feminist perspective and encourage critical thinking.
- Community Actions: Activist initiatives or campaigns aimed at mobilizing and engaging the public.
Application and Submission Guidelines
To submit your application, please follow the link provided and upload the following documents by the specified deadline:
- Project Title
- Abstract: A brief summary (150–250 words) of your event, highlighting its purpose and alignment with the open call.
- Detailed Project Description: A comprehensive description (500–1,000 words) of your project, including its goals, target audience, location, format, and required materials or resources.
- Information About the Organizer(s): Names, locations (not addresses), details about your group or organization, and short bios (up to 100 words each) of the key individuals involved.
- Budget: A preliminary budget outlining the expected costs of your proposed event. Please provide this as a separate file in Excel or Word format.
- Preferred Event Date: Indicate the duration and preferred date(s) for your event, keeping in mind the specific dates outlined for each thematic focus.
- Feminist Values: Include a statement on your feminist goals, values, and principles that underpin your event.
Selection Criteria
All applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Feminist Values: How well the project reflects feminist values such as inclusivity and intersectionality.
- Impact: The potential for the project to create positive change within the target group.
- Innovation: Whether the event idea is creative, innovative, and challenges harmful norms.
- Feasibility: The realism of the project in terms of budget, implementation, and timelines.
- Inclusivity: The extent to which the event is inclusive and engages target groups.
Notification and Next Steps
All applicants will be notified of acceptance or rejection within the specified timeframe. Only selected applicants will be invited for a brief interview.
Contact Information
For questions or clarifications, please contact the Women’s Fund Armenia at contact@womenfundarmenia.org or call +374 98 244 933 during working hours (Monday to Friday, until 18:00).
We look forward to receiving your applications!
