Call for Applications: CSOs to Participate in the Grassroots to Global (G2G) Project – Palestine

Grassroots to Global (G2G) is a multi-country initiative funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and implemented in fragile and conflict-affected contexts, including Palestine. The project seeks to strengthen the role of local actors in shaping and sustaining inclusive peacebuilding policies and practices by investing in local ownership, equitable partnerships, and meaningful civic engagement.
In Palestine, G2G is led by Search for Common Ground, with a focus on:- Empowering community-based organizations (CBOs)- Advancing inclusive and adaptive peacebuilding programming- Bridging the gap between grassroots experiences and policy influence- Promoting gender equity, youth inclusion, and transformative storytelling
This ToR invites Palestinian organizations to apply for partnership under the G2G framework and contribute to its local-to-global impact. The proposed project duration extends until December 2025, with possible extension based on performance review and budget availability.

Eligibility and Organizational Profile

• Locally rooted with demonstrated community trust and reach.
• Experience in peacebuilding, civic engagement, social cohesion, women’s or youth participation, or related fields.
• Commitment to values of inclusion, cooperation, accountability, and local ownership.Capacity and willingness to contribute to evidence-based advocacy and policy engagement.
• Organizations working in underserved or high-risk areas, or with underrepresented communities, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Scope of Partnership

• Design and implement peacebuilding interventions responsive to local contexts.
• Lead or co-lead activities such as community outreach, storytelling, dialogue facilitation, capacity strengthening, and advocacy.
• Engage in collective learning, monitoring, and reflection efforts throughout the program cycle.
• Uphold principles of transparency, adaptability, and participatory approaches in all project phases.

Objectives

• Design and lead community-driven peacebuilding initiatives.
• Strengthen local resilience in the face of conflict or marginalization.
• Contribute to policy engagement from a community perspective.
• Promote inclusive narratives through innovative media, health, psychosocial, educational, or civic initiatives

Scope of Work

• Co-develop and implement programming that supports local peacebuilding, strengthens social cohesion, and addresses pressing community needs.
• Engage with local communities using inclusive and participatory approaches, especially involving women, youth, and marginalized groups.
• Document experiences and learning, including through storytelling, case studies, or community testimonies.
• Participate in policy reflection and advocacy to elevate local priorities in national and international forums.
• Contribute to a culture of shared learning, peer exchange, and adaptive design with other G2G partners and stakeholders.

Eligibility Criteria

• Be Palestinian-led, legally registered in Palestine as non-profit or community-based organizations.
• Have a track record of community engagement in areas such as peacebuilding, media, health, psychosocial support, education, civic participation, or advocacy.
• Demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, accountability, and participatory values.
• Operate in a conflict-sensitive, locally grounded manner with trusted relationships in the community.
• Be open to co-creation, reflection, and strategic cooperation

Key Selection Considerations

• Propose initiatives that link community action with policy engagement.
• Integrate inclusive storytelling or communication into their approach.
• Address root causes of conflict or marginalizationOffer creative, realistic, and context-responsive programming.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn, adapt, and share insights across the project.

Deliverables

• Submit a co-designed work plan and MEL framework.
• Implement agreed activities in alignment with G2G objectives.
• Provide narrative and financial reports.
• Participate in reflection, learning, and strategy sessions.
• Contribute content and insights to project-wide outputs (e.g. media, advocacy, research).

Support and Funding

• Selected organizations will receive:
• A small grant to implement their activities based on an approved work plan and budget. The estimated budget amounts to approximately EUR 60,000.
• Ongoing technical accompaniment in peacebuilding, MEL, and advocacy.
• Opportunities to engage in national and i