Digital Action Lab Program: Funding Digital Projects to Support Civil Society 2026
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Applicant criteria
NationalityColombia, Indonesia, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Nigeria, Nepal, Venezuela, Zambia
Age
- No specific age required
Gender
- Both
Opportunity description
The Digital Action Lab program is a global initiative that supports civil society organizations in developing and testing innovative digital solutions that strengthen democracy, civic participation, and human rights. The program aims to empower organizations to use technology to implement projects with real social impact, particularly in environments facing challenges in civic space.
Benefits
- Financial grants (approximately $10,000–$20,000) to implement the project
- Technical support and mentoring from international experts
- Learning and knowledge-sharing opportunities with other organizations
- Access to a global network of civil society organizations
- Support in developing and scaling the digital project
- Strengthening the organization’s local and international impact
Eligibility criteria
- Open to civil society organizations (CSOs) only, not individuals
- The organization must have a clear and feasible digital project idea
- Working in areas such as democracy, human rights, and civic participation
- Prior experience in community or digital work is preferred
- Open to organizations from different countries, especially the Global South