Scope

The target audience is young people. The main aim of this initiative is to disseminate information to a large audience on HIV/AIDS prevention linked to Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health (ASRH) on the occasion of World AIDS Day.

UNFPA-Maldives seeks to network with a Non-Governmental Organization/Community Based Organization (NGO/CBO) who can undertake and effectively carryout this initiative. The identified NGO/CBO is expected to deliver an innovative output or mass media intervention to the target audience.

Past experience in conducting similar successful activities is a requirement.

Objectives of Proposed Initiative

It is expected that the activity will advocate for a HIV/AIDS and STI free future generation through a mass media interventions. The purpose of this intervention or output would be to promote responsible sexual behavior. The specific objectives are:

• Recognizing the need for protection from HIV and STIs
• Knowing protection options include safe sex behavior
• Developing motivation to protect oneself and others from HIV and STIs

Main output

Produce, disseminate information or conduct a mass media intervention on the World AIDS Day (1^st December) exhibited on large scale to the public, addressing pressing concerns on ASRH delivered in a youth oriented manner.

What we will consider to support

• Creative/interactive ideas/approaches for reaching young people, especially those most-at-risk and vulnerable
• Innovative means/ways/initiatives to deliver the proposed idea

What we will not consider to support

• Individual proposals (means proposals submitted by individuals)
• Proposals only to organize conferences or national consultations, or similar events
• Scholarships/fellowships, or training
• Staff and administrative costs, equipment (computers, digital cameras etc.)

Proposal Format

In 1,000 words (or less) clearly outline the proposed activity and a plan for carrying it out, including:

1. Interest: Explain your interests in ASRH issues and your reasons for applying
2. Significance: Discuss the significance and timeliness of the topic, potential obstacles that may be encountered and how you will address these obstacles
3. Target Audience: Identify your planned audience (broad or specific, locality)
4. Key Messages: Identify what messages you will be aiming to communicate
5. Process and Impact:
6. o Explain how the project will be promoted to that audience and the potential impact it will have
7. o Briefly state how the project will reduce stigma and discrimination, and increase understanding and support for people with experience of STIs and HIV

6.  Budget & Activity Plan:  Provide an estimated and realistic budget of the costs

7.  Dissemination and Reach: Show how on completion, the activity is to be disseminated, broadcasted, or performed to a public audience or exhibited in public

How to apply

Submit your proposal to UNFPA Maldives, UN Building, Rahdhebai Higun, Male', Maldives, or by email to  mizna@unfpa.org with the subject referenced as "NGO participation to promote and protect young people's sexual and reproductive health".

Deadline for submission: no later than 2^nd November 2011, by 13:00hrs

For more information, please contact:  3343307, Email: or aiahmed@unfpa.org , mizna@unfpa.org