Supporting a Stronger, Inclusive, and Democratic Civil Society in Ethiopia
CSIF is a multi-donor initiative established to strengthen the role, capacity, and influence of civil society organisations (CSOs) in Ethiopia. It recognises CSOs as key actors in promoting democratic governance, peace, human rights, gender equality, media freedom, and broader social transformation.
CSIF Ethiopia launches a new funding round offering up to €600,000 for consortia of eligible Ethiopian CSOs.
Apply by 15 January 2026
A Diverse Civil Society Landscape in Ethiopia
CSIF Ethiopia aims to strengthen the diversification and innovation of Ethiopian civil society, to ensure a pluralistic and democratic organizational sphere, novel and creative civic activism and the defence of civic and associational rights of Ethiopian citizens.
CSIF supports projects and activities implemented by 15 CSOs while strengthening their capacity along the way.
CSIF Projects
Three projects have been carefully selected to fulfil the fund's objectives. Each project is led by a consortium involving new and emerging CSOs.
Project 1
Promoting Inclusiveness in Society Through Rights-based Research, Dialogue, and Advocacy
Project 2
Advancing Human Rights Through Legal Aid Services
Project 3
Ethiopian Civil Society Engagement Program (ECSEP)
CSIF Ethiopia Management and Coordination
Funded by the French Development Agency (Agence Française de Développement, AFD) and managed by the partners AGAR in Ethiopia and INTRAC UK.
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