RFAs: Media Engagement Activity in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Donor Name: Balkans Media

Category: Grant

Publish Date: 03-Sept-2024 12:00 am

Deadline Date: 25-Oct-2024 12:00 am

Overview

This open-call funding opportunity is part of the USAID Media Engagement Activity (MEA) project, implemented by Internews in partnership with FHI 360 and local partners. It is aimed at media, civil society organizations, and individual media professionals in Bosnia and Herzegovina who are interested in developing innovative solutions for content creation and distribution.

Project Goals

The MEA project seeks to strengthen the information space in Bosnia and Herzegovina by increasing the availability of credible and professional information, especially to those with traditionally limited access. This call focuses on innovative approaches to solving challenges faced by the media in producing high-quality content and utilizing digital and multimedia formats.

Funding Information

The grant offers funding to individuals (up to $2,950) and media organizations (up to $12,000 per grant).

Eligible Costs

• Percentage of staff or consultant time devoted to the project.
• New marketing, monetization, and business models.
• Relevant technological and digital trends.
• Materials, accessories, and small technical equipment.
• Services that contribute to higher quality content.
• Contributions such as income tax and health insurance.
• Travel related to reporting or audience research within Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Eligibility Criteria

• Independent content creators must be citizens residing in Bosnia and Herzegovina and provide CVs, previous work links, and two references.
• Media organizations must be registered in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

For more information, visit: Balkans Media