The "Online Women's Rights Lab" initiative, introduced by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs on International Women’s Day (March 8, 2024), aims to address and curb online gender-based violence. The initiative supports the creation of innovative technical solutions, the development of concrete projects, and the advancement of research focused on combating online violence against women.

### Funding and Eligibility

- **Total Available Funds:** €250,000 (up to 5 projects)
- **Grant Range:** €40,000 – €60,000
- **Deadline for Submission:** September 23, 2024, by 11:59 PM (Paris Time)
- **Global Scope:** Applicants from any country can apply.

### Program Goals
- **Fostering Technological Solutions:** Funding is provided for projects that develop tech-based approaches to fight gender-based violence online.
- **Supporting Research and Initiatives:** Financial assistance is available for research and initiatives that aim to prevent or tackle online gender violence.

### Eligibility Requirements

#### Lead Applicant Criteria:
- Must be a legally recognized nonprofit organization, civil society group, research institution, or private sector actor.
- Should be established in a qualified state as per the financial regulations.
- Must take direct responsibility for managing the project.
- A bank account must be held in the name of the entity applying.
- The organization must present documentation proving its legal standing.
- Should have at least two years of experience handling projects or managing grants related to the call's themes.

#### Project Criteria:
- Should contribute to gender equality and directly address online violence against women.
- Must be completed within 11 months.
- Should have global or cross-border relevance and be scalable locally.

### Thematic Focus Areas

1. **Addressing Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence:**
- Tackling non-consensual sharing and misuse of intimate content.
- Countering online harassment of women in public roles (politicians, activists, artists).

2. **Risks Tied to Emerging Technologies:**
- Utilizing AI to address gender-based violence online, such as non-consensual sexual deepfakes.
- Examining biases in algorithms and content moderation.

3. **Digital Education and Prevention:**
- Promoting responsible internet use to prevent online violence.
- Fostering safe digital spaces for girls, ensuring equal opportunities.

4. **Research into Online Masculinist Networks:**
- Analyzing misogynistic content and movements online.
- Studying the overlap between masculinist movements and other forms of extremism.

#### Evaluation Criteria:

1. **Relevance of the Proposal (20 points):**
- Alignment with program goals and priorities.
- Clear definition of beneficiaries and their needs.
- The project is gender-sensitive and addresses confidentiality where relevant.

2. **Project Design, Feasibility, and Effectiveness (20 points):**
- Coherence in project design, with consideration of external factors and stakeholders.
- Appropriateness and measurability of activities and objectives.
- Indicators and evaluation plans are included.

3. **Project Sustainability (25 points):**
- Strategy for long-term adoption and scaling.
- Potential for the project to have a wider impact or multiplier effect.
- Sustainability from financial, institutional, and policy perspectives.

4. **Project Management (15 points):**
- Adequate project management experience and operational methods.
- Sound financial management plans and experience with grants.

5. **Financial Aspects (20 points):**
- Activities are well reflected in the budget.
- Costs are reasonable in relation to expected outcomes.
- Adequate material and technical resources for successful project implementation.

**Overall Score:** 100 points

Projects that incorporate artificial intelligence are particularly encouraged, especially those leveraging AI to address gender-based violence. However, projects focused exclusively on workshops, individual scholarships, political party backing, or religious activities are ineligible.

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