About Organisation
The UNVTF is a specialised funding mechanism managed by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) that provides humanitarian, legal and financial assistance to victims of human trafficking. Established in 2010, the Fund supports frontline civil society organizations globally which deliver direct assistance and protection to people who have been trafficked. By funding projects around the world, the UNVTF promotes survivor-centred, trauma-informed, inclusive approaches to reintegration, health, justice and economic empowerment of victims.
About the Grant
The 10th Cycle of the UNVTF Small Grants Programme Sub-grant (Special Window) is a Call for Proposals focused on civil society organisations working to assist victims of trafficking in persons in the Asia-Pacific and Latin America & Caribbean regions. The grant supports direct services such as safe shelter, food and medical assistance, legal advice, psychosocial support, education or vocational training, and prevention of re-trafficking, with priority given to women, children, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI+ persons, refugees, indigenous and other underserved groups. Grants may fund projects up to USD 40,000 for durations up to 24 months.
Who can Apply?
Eligible applicants are non-profit organisations (NGOs, CSOs, CBOs) legally registered in their country of operation and implementing the proposed project themselves (not as intermediary agencies). Applicants must have been registered by 1 December 2022, have at least two years’ experience working with trafficking victims or other vulnerable populations, and maintain a bank account in the organisation’s name. They must be registered on the UN Partner Portal (UNPP) and have valid PSEA (Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse) measures in place. Projects should take place in eligible countries in Asia-Pacific or Latin America & Caribbean.
How to Apply?
Applicants must prepare a full proposal using the application form (Annex A – Project Proposal and Annex B – Budget) in English or Spanish, include partner declarations, letters of support and any co-financing information. Submit all documents as a single email to unodc-victimsfund@un.org, clearly titled “Application for UNVTF Small Grants Programme 10th Cycle”. Password-protected files will not be accepted.
Application Deadline
The final date for submission of applications is 16 November 2025; no applications received after this date and time will be accepted.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
