• IDW Public Engagement Grants

    Application Form

  • The Alberta Council for Global Cooperation (ACGC), with the support of Global Affairs Canada, is thrilled to celebrate International Development Week (IDW) 2027, taking place February 7 - 13, 2027. Learn more about IDW here. 

    As part of this initiative, ACGC is partnering with members by providing funding to support up to four IDW activities. Grants are for up to $1,500 for in-person activities and $750 for online activities, per organization. Additional funding may be available for language accessibility. 

    The grant aims to raise awareness of international cooperation, encourage innovative approaches to public engagement, and make global development issues accessible and meaningful to diverse audiences in Alberta. Initiatives should increase participants’ awareness, knowledge, and skills to promote effective cooperation and solidarity in advancing the SDGs, gender equality, and global citizenship. Activities can be held in either English or French, but other languages may be considered.

    Eligible activities for this grant include, but are not limited to: 

    • Community forums and public dialogues on global development issues
    • Cultural events celebrating global solidarity and diversity
    • Film screenings and facilitated discussions
    • Interactive workshops and educational sessions
    • Youth engagement events and school presentations
    • Storytelling initiatives highlighting local-global connections
    • Black History Month activities with a focus on international cooperation
    • Digital campaigns and online engagement activities
    • Exhibitions, art installations, or community showcases related to international cooperation

    ACGC will prioritize proposals that demonstrate:

    • Innovative approaches to public engagement
    • Strong community partnerships
    • Inclusive participation
    • Alignment with the themes of Canada's international assistance priorities, with a focus on gender equality, poverty reduction, sustainable development, and global citizenship

    Applications have been extended to the end of day on October 23, 2026

    If you have any questions, please contact: membership@acgc.ca

  • To ensure a transparent and equitable selection process:

     

    • This is an open call for proposals to relevant target groups, clearly outlining eligibility requirements, timelines, funding limits, assessment criteria, project outcomes, and applicable Global Affairs Canada and Council priorities.
    • ACGC will ensure that all proposed activities align with ACGC's mission, values, priorities, and applicable agreements and requirements.
    • ACGC will establish an internal review committee composed of staff and Board members with appropriate programmatic and financial oversight.
    • All applicants will be notified whether their proposals have been approved or declined.
    • ACGC will ensure applicants and reviewers disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest. Individuals with a conflict of interest must recuse themselves from the relevant decision-making process.
    • Successful recipients must comply with ACGC's procurement policies and financial reporting requirements. 
    • Selected recipients must review and sign the applicable funding agreement and comply with all terms and conditions established by ACGC.

     

  • Is your organization currently funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC)?*
  • Are you familiar with International Development Week (IDW)?*
  • Is this your organization's first time organizing an International Development Week activity?*
  • Will your activity be in-person or online*
  • Are you willing to follow and commit to the ACGC IDW Guidelines? (The guidelines will be shared with selected organizations.)*

  • Thank you for your interest in ACGC's IDW Public Engagement Grant. For any additional questions, please contact membership@acgc.ca.

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