Grants to the United Nations and related peacebuilding and peacekeeping organisations

# 🌍 Grants to the United Nations and Related Peacebuilding and Peacekeeping Organisations The Department of Defence offers funding to support international peacebuilding and peacekeeping activities outside Australia. This grant aims to bolster global stability through various initiatives. ## 🎯 **Purpose and Objectives** The primary purpose is to provide financial assistance to the United Nations (UN) and associated peacebuilding and peacekeeping organizations. The funding is specifically allocated for: * **Education, Training, and Capacity Building:** Developing skills for civil or military personnel in peace-related operations. * **Equipment and Services Provision:** Supplying necessary resources to support foreign countries' involvement in peace operations. * **Research and Policy Development:** Advancing knowledge and strategies on peace-related issues. * **Personnel Engagement:** Facilitating the participation of civil or military personnel in peace operations and institutions. * **Infrastructure Improvement:** Enhancing facilities used in peace operations. ## 🤝 **Eligibility and Application** This is a **closed, non-competitive grant**. Only the United Nations and related peacebuilding and peacekeeping organizations are eligible to apply. **Ineligible applicants** include any organization listed on the National Redress Scheme’s website (www.nationalredress.gov.au) as an 'Institution that has not joined or signified their intent to join the Scheme, where relevant.' ## 💰 **Funding and Process** The **Total Available Funding** for this grant opportunity is **$14,000,000**. The **Selection Process** is **Closed Non-Competitive**, meaning applications are not open to the general public or other entities beyond the specified eligible organizations. **Keywords:** Defence, Peacebuilding, Peacekeeping, United Nations, UN Grants, International Relations, Capacity Building, Global Security, Military Personnel, Civil Personnel, Humanitarian Aid, Foreign Aid, Defence Funding, International Cooperation, Research and Policy, Infrastructure, Equipment, Services.