The Loss and Damage Youth Grantmaking Council (LDYGC), in partnership with the Climate Justice Resilience Fund (CJRF) & Open Society Foundations, proudly announces the initiation of a new grant cycle totaling $2575,000. This cycle aims to support youth-led initiatives combating climate change-induced loss and damage. This comes after the successful completion of LDYGC's $150,000 cycle launched in 2022, aiding 11 organizations in Asia and Africa to address Loss and Damage in their respective communities.

Grant Objective
In this cycle, LDYGC seeks to financially back innovative youth projects, particularly from the global south, actively addressing loss and damage on the ground. Key objectives include supporting locally-based initiatives, fostering innovative solutions, and engaging communities significantly impacted by climate change.

Focus Areas:
The grant will focus on four thematic areas:
1. Recovery and Rehabilitation
2. Relocation and Resettlement
3. Addressing Non-economic Loss and Damage
4. Addressing Economic Loss and Damage Effects

Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for the grant, organizations must meet youth-friendly eligibility standards, emphasizing grassroots and youth organizations in marginalized communities. The lead applicant should be under 35 years old, and the proposed project should align with the specified thematic areas.

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