This call is part of the Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar initiative that intends to strengthen a select group of independent policy research institutions (think tanks) based in Myanmar, so as to enable these institutions to provide effective, objective, and high-quality research that informs and ultimately influences policy.
Eligibility
- open to independent policy research institutions (“think tanks”), based in Myanmar whose research is centered on national-level issues of democratic transition and economic development.
- The think tank should have experience in assessing Myanmar’s policy context and have a track record of quality research and outreach capacities — or has the potential to conduct such research and analysis.
- The candidate must be considered a credible organization by some policymakers and willing to expand contacts with government officials, media, and other policy actors to identify key issues, share research results, and stimulate policy debates in Myanmar.
- The think tank should have a strong gender approach and promote gender equality through research.
Available Funding
- at least three Myanmar-based think tanks will receive a maximum of $400,000 CAD each.
Useful Links
- Full details regarding this Call for Expressions of Interest
Deadlines
| CORIS Internal Deadline for Review | Please contact Heloise Emdon | |
| cuResearch Checklist Deadline | July 17, 2017 | |
| Submission to Sponsor | July 24, 2017 | 11:45 P.M (E.T) |
Submitting Your Application
- Applications must be submitted via cuResearch, through which Departmental and Associate Dean’s approval must be provided to complete the online application process.
- More information on cuResearch can be found here.
Internal Contacts
If you would like assistance with proposal development and/or a substantive review of your proposal, please contact Heloise Emdon.