Aimed at AUGM Universities, with funding of up to $10.000 per project
The Mercociudades Network, through the South-South Cooperation Program, calls on local governments that are members of the network, together with public universities and social organizations in South America, to present cooperation projects, with the possibility of obtaining financing, which can be requested in one or more of the following modalities:
- Technical Assistance
- Exchange of experts and officials
- Internships
- Forums/Workshops/Seminars (*)
- Human Resources Training (*)
- Communication and visibility materials and products (*)
(*) These modalities must be developed within the framework of Technical Assistance or exchange of experts and officials.
The main objective is the promotion of interaction between the member cities of Mercociudades and with third parties, in order to favor the development of the thematic priorities of the Network through South-South cooperation.
The specific objective of this call is to promote the addressing of themes prioritized by Mercociudades, through its central slogan “Local action and innovation for Latin American integration: for sustainable, inclusive and democratic development” , based on the thematic axes: Vulnerable populations; Innovation; Gender; Care systems; and Climate Change, and with a cross-cutting view of the SDGs : 5, Gender equality and women's empowerment; 10, Reduce inequality within and among countries; 11, Sustainable cities and communities; 16, Promote just, peaceful and inclusive societies; and 17, Partnerships for the goals; and some of its targets, as well as the New Urban Agenda.
Member cities and associated states of the Mercociudades Network are eligible to participate in the call, and must submit and coordinate their proposals. Member universities of the Montevideo Group University Association are also eligible to participate in the call. Each proposal must include at least two member cities or associated states.
The implementation period should be 12 months, and may be extended for duly justified reasons for up to six more months. The Network will accept proposals until October 6, 1.
The program will finance up to 50% of the total project costs, but this contribution may not exceed the maximum amount mentioned above. The difference between the total project cost and the requested Program contribution will be considered a counterpart contribution and must be co-financed by the participants. This contribution may be financial or another type of contribution (human resources, locations, equipment, office supplies, etc.), with a minimum contribution of 10%.
Bases of the call:
For more information, access the website of the South-South Cooperation Program of the Mercociudades Network and the call for proposals specifically at the following link.