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SMEX is currently accepting applications for its Digital Rights Fund in the West Asia and North Africa 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Digital Rights Fund, managed by SMEX, provides financial support to individuals, grassroots initiatives, and organizations working to protect and advance digital rights across the West Asia and North Africa (WANA) region. This initiative addresses emerging digital threats and promotes an inclusive, secure, and open online environment.
Maximum funding: $15,000 USD
The funding opportunity is open to:
Individual activists and students in digital rights
Informal groups and grassroots initiatives
Formal non-profits and civil society organizations, including previous Digital Rights Fund partners
Confirm eligibility and alignment with the Digital Rights Fund focus areas
Develop a project proposal that demonstrates clear impact and connection to digital rights
Include a detailed budget and timeline that match the scope and capacity of the applicant
Submit the application through the Digital Rights Fund portal before the specified deadline
Ensure proposals prioritize community engagement and rights-based approaches
Apply for SMEX Digital Rights Fund in the West Asia and North Africa
