The UNESCO International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD) 2025 is now accepting project proposals from eligible public institutions, NGOs, and INGOs. With up to $100,000 available per project, this fund supports initiatives that strengthen the cultural and creative sectors in developing countries. Whether you're focused on policy development, capacity building, or expanding access to cultural goods and services, the IFCD offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact. Applications must be submitted by May 21, 2025, at noon (Paris time).

Summary of UNESCO International Fund

• Host: UNESCO
• Category: Competitions
• Eligible Countries: All Countries
• Reward: Up to $100,000 per project
• Deadline: May 21, 2025

About UNESCO International Fund

The UNESCO International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD) is a key initiative established under the 2005 Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions. Its primary aim is to support sustainable development and poverty reduction in developing countries that are Parties to the Convention. The IFCD achieves this by investing in cultural and creative industries, empowering countries in the Global South to overcome inequalities and enrich the entire world.

Since its inception in 2010, the IFCD has invested over US$12.6 million in 164 projects across 76 developing countries. These projects span various sectors, including cinema, performing arts, visual arts, media arts, design, music, and publishing. The fund supports initiatives that develop and implement cultural policies, build the skills of cultural entrepreneurs, create new income opportunities for marginalized groups, and identify new markets for creatives to share diverse cultural expressions. \
The IFCD operates through an open and competitive process, providing up to US$100,000 per project, implemented over a 12–24-month period. Projects are evaluated based on their relevance, feasibility, financial management capacity, and expected results.

By supporting innovative projects that strengthen the cultural and creative industries, the IFCD plays a vital role in promoting cultural diversity, encouraging creativity and innovation, and building a more sustainable world.

UNESCO International Fund Benefits

The UNESCO International Fund provides 100,000 USD to successful ptojects.

UNESCO International Fund Eligibility

Eligible projects for UNESCO International Fund for Cultural Diversity 2025 The IFCD invests in projects that lead to structural change through:

• The implementation and/or elaboration of policies and measures that have a direct, structural impact on the creation, production, distribution and access to a diversity of cultural goods and services, and/or
• The strengthening of capacities in public institutions and civil society organizations to support viable local and regional cultural industries and markets.

Who can apply

• Public authorities and institutions from eligible countries (developing countries, Parties to the 2005 Convention).
• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) from eligible countries (developing countries, Parties to the 2005 Convention)
• International non-governmental organizations (INGOs) registered in countries Parties to the 2005 Convention

How to Apply for UNESCO International Fund

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