New Climate Futures programme launches to support Nepal artists and cultural organisations tackle climate change
A new initiative from the British Council aimed at supporting climate action in the creative industries in Nepal is now open for applications. The Climate Futures: South Asia programme is offering grant opportunities for artists and cultural organisations to address the climate emergency through innovative projects and practices.
The Climate Futures: South Asia programme is designed to support the arts sector with grants of £15,000 (approx. NPR 26,25,000) available to artists and cultural organisations. The new grant programme will support a range of projects that:
- Support artist-led initiatives that promote knowledge creation and sustainability in the cultural sector,
- Design and implement a sustainability strategy or process for your organisation including capacity-building initiatives and,
- Optimise infrastructure to enhance climate change awareness and sustainable approaches within the arts sector.
Application Deadline: The deadline for all applications is 25 November 2024 at 23:59 GMT. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the global climate conversation through their projects while receiving mentorship throughout their project from leading UK specialists
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To support potential applicants, the British Council will host a series of Information Sessions in October. These sessions will guide the application process and help applicants understand how to maximise their chances of securing funding. Sessions are scheduled for 8 and 22 October 2024, all at 10:00 GMT.
For more information about the Climate Futures: South Asia programme, including how to apply for the grants and register for the Information Sessions, please visit https://www.britishcouncil.org.np/programmes/arts/climate-futures-south-asia