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The International Indigenous Women’s Forum (FIMI) is a global mechanism that works across all regions and territories where Indigenous Peoples live. FIMI implements four strategic programs: Advocacy and Political Participation; Research and Knowledge Exchange; Capacity Strengthening; and the Ayni Indigenous Women’s Fund. All programs work in close coordination and collaboration to contribute to strengthening the Indigenous Women’s Movement and eliminating discrimination against Indigenous Women.
The Ayni Fund mobilizes human and financial resources together with Indigenous Women’s organizations and Indigenous Women-led organizations to create conditions and opportunities that support the full exercise of their individual and collective human rights. This philanthropic arm of FIMI facilitates change in Indigenous Communities with Indigenous Women, promoting their engagement and advocacy in broader movements, strengthening their organizational processes, and developing their leadership and economic autonomy.
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To apply, organizations must meet all the eligibility criteria listed below:
- An Indigenous Women’s Organization, Indigenous Community or People, group, association, organization or network of organizations led by Indigenous Women. In the case of a mixed organization, at least 50% of the board of directors (key decision-making positions and key implementation roles) must include Indigenous Women. The proposal must specifically aim to support and contribute to improving the situation and advancing the rights of Indigenous Women.
- Legal status: organizations registered according to the traditional norms of their communities and/or the legislation in force in their respective countries, with a bank account in the name of the organization. If not registered, the organization must have an identified fiscal sponsor, accompanied by an agreement letter with an organization that is legally registered and has a bank account in its name. The letter must explain the relationship between both entities, indicating the responsibilities and duties of each party.
- The applicant organization must be new to the Ayni Fund; that is, it must not have previously received support from this fund.
- Submission of the proposal with all sections completed, its budget and the required documents before the call deadline.