The Small-Scale Projects (SSPs) are designed to provide financial and developmental support to local stakeholders in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The primary focus is on enhancing local capacity, fostering education, and supporting the socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable groups, including refugees and internally displaced persons. Funding and Benefits Financial Support: Each project can receive between CZK 250,000 to CZK 500,000. Funding covers tangible outputs like infrastructure and equipment, and intangible outputs such as training and capacity building. Project Costs: Must directly contribute to project outcomes, including materials, equipment, and training-related expenses. Support and administrative costs are capped at 8% of the total budget. Prepare the Application: Complete the Small-Scale Project Identification Form in English (downloadable from the official website). Provide a verified document certifying the applicant’s legal status. Include a letter from the applicant’s management confirming the signatory’s authority. Submit the Application: Deliver a hard copy and send a soft copy by email (PDF and Excel formats) to erbil@mzv.gov.cz, copying karwankhaleel.weli@mzv.gov.cz. Include a brief annotation (max. 80 words) of the project proposal in the email. Deadline: Ensure submission by 7 November 2026. Late applications will not be considered.