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GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience
Regional observatories for education resilience
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : July 11, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports regional observatories on education system resilience. It funds research, evidence mobilization, and foresight on future disruptions in partner countries.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : July 11, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Establishing and operating regional observatories
- Applied research on education system resilience
- Foresight research on future disruptions and opportunities
- Knowledge mobilization and evidence sharing
Documents Needed
- Estimated budget in the IDRC template
- Workplan
- Two-page CV of the lead applicant
- Key contact details for consortium partners, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Research institutions
- Universities and think tanks
- Non-profits, NGOs, and civil society organizations
- Associations, network secretariats, and private-sector organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- For-profit providers of core education services
- Government ministries and agencies as applicants
- Organizations not headquartered in an LMIC
Eligible expenses
- Personnel, consultants, and project staff costs
- Research, travel, training, and dissemination costs
- Equipment and related procurement costs
- Indirect costs up to 13%
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Individual applicants
- For-profit providers of core education services
- Government ministries and agencies as funded recipients
Eligible geographic areas
- Latin America and the Caribbean
- East, West, Central, and Southern Africa
- Eastern Europe, Caucasus, and Central Asia
- Middle East and North Africa
- South Asia and Southeast Asia
- The Pacific
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are checked for eligibility and completeness
- Eligible proposals are reviewed and ranked by IDRC staff
- Top proposals are approved by the KIX Executive Committee
- Successful and unsuccessful applicants are notified
- Selected applicants sign a Grant Agreement before funding
Additional information
- The project duration is 28 months.
- Applicants must apply in English, French, or Spanish.
- An online application form is required.
- Selected applicants may need country approval before funding.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience?
This program supports regional observatories on education system resilience. It funds research, evidence mobilization, and foresight on future disruptions in partner countries.
How much funding can be received?
GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience Funds up to $1,500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience program?
To be eligible for the GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience program, you must:
LMIC-headquartered legal entity
Registered organization or consortium
Track record in GPE partner countries
What expenses are eligible under GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience?
Establishing and operating regional observatories
Applied research on education system resilience
Foresight research on future disruptions and opportunities
Knowledge mobilization and evidence sharing
Who can I contact for more information about the GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience?
You can contact International Development Research Centre (IDRC) by email at kixcalls@idrc.ca.
Where is the GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience available?
The GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience program is available across Canada.
Is the GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience a grant, loan, or tax credit?
GPE KIX Regional Observatories on Education System Resilience is a Grant and Funding