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Nordic Welfare Centre Strategic Initiatives Funding Scheme
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Location:Aland Islands, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Russia, Sweden
Funding agency:
Grantmaking entity: Nordic Welfare Centre
Grantmaking entity type:Government agency
Description
Nordic Welfare Centre Strategic Initiatives Funding Scheme
Deadline: 28-Feb-21
The Nordic Welfare Centre distributes around SEK 1.5 million every year in order to promote cooperation between organisations of people with disabilities in the Nordic reg
grant Background
About the Funding Agency
Nordic co-operation involves Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden as well as the Faroe Islands, Greenland and the Åland Islands. Official co-operation between the Nordic countries is one of the most comprehensive regional partnerships anywhere in the world.
Nordic Co-operation has political, financial and cultural roots and is an important partner in European and international co-operation. The Nordic community strives for a strong Nordic region in the world.
About the Sectors
Gender & Human Rights
Includes initiatives that promote gender equality, protect human rights, and address discrimination and vulnerability across populations.
Key areas:
- Gender equality and women’s empowerment
- Human rights protection and advocacy
- Protection of vulnerable and marginalized groups
Social Development
Includes measures for improving well-being, inclusion, and resilience of individuals and communities through social services and protection systems.
Key areas:
- Social inclusion and social cohesion programs
- Social protection systems and safety nets
- Social care services
- Community development and vulnerable groups support
Locations
Aland Islands
The Åland Islands prioritize port modernization, ferry connections, renewable energy, and digital infrastructure to support trade, tourism, and regional connectivity. As an autonomous region of Finland, financing is provided through national budgets and EU structural funds. Geographic isolation and maritime transport requirements heavily influence infrastructure planning. Climate adaptation, energy sustainability, and connectivity remain central priorities for long-term development.
Nr. of tenders: 1063
Nr. of grants: 869
Nr. of donors: 167
Nr. of jobs: 25
Nr. of tenders: 1063
Nr. of grants: 869
Nr. of donors: 167
Nr. of jobs: 25
Denmark
Denmark maintains advanced transport, energy, and digital infrastructure with a strong emphasis on sustainability and green transition. Major investments focus on offshore wind, district heating systems, smart grids, and low-emission transport networks. Infrastructure financing is supported by strong public finances and private sector participation. Climate neutrality targets and innovation-driven policies guide long-term infrastructure planning.
Nr. of tenders: 11670
Nr. of grants: 16326
Nr. of donors: 555
Nr. of jobs: 42
Nr. of tenders: 11670
Nr. of grants: 16326
Nr. of donors: 555
Nr. of jobs: 42
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