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$10,000 Grant on Offer in the People Powered Climate Democracy Accelerator

Climate Democracy Accelerator

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  Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 People Powered Climate Democracy Accelerator Program. People Powered is seeking government and civil society leaders to join a new cohort of innovators interested in launching participatory programs to influence climate policy in areas such as clean transportation, renewables, decarbonization, energy-efficient homes, air pollution, agroecology, and more.
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To qualify for the Climate Democracy Accelerator, applicants must represent governmental institutions, civil society organizations, or non-governmental organizations. The program is open to applicants from across the globe, with space for 15 participants per cohort. The Climate Democracy Accelerator (CDA) is a six-month, hands-on training and support initiative designed to equip members with the skills to plan and execute an inclusive and participatory process for a fair climate transition. Participants will craft a project aimed at implementing a climate-focused participatory program that addresses the concerns and perspectives of local communities.
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Benefits

Selected applicants will gain access to a dedicated mentor to assist in program development, along with:

Eligibility Criteria

Government officials, staff members, and policymakers are interested in launching a participatory program for making equitable climate-related decisions. Note: Government institutions applying must partner with a civil society organization/non-governmental organization, as the grant recipient must be a non-governmental entity.
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Civil society organization staff members and/or climate advocates looking to implement a participatory program focused on climate in collaboration with a government institution. Note: Civil society organizations applying must collaborate with a government institution, as they are responsible for following through with the action plan implementation. Applications will be accepted until June 27, 2024. Apply HERE.
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