Partnering for Health, Equality and Rights (P4HER)
P4HER, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, supports South African civil society research and advocacy for gender equality, health rights, and marginalized communities.
Funder: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Due Dates: September 27, 2026 (Expression of Interest) | October 20, 2026 (Full Proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to £600,000 per award; project duration: November 2026 – March 2028
Summary: Supports South African civil society to advance gender equality and health rights, focusing on women, girls, and marginalized groups.
Description
This funding opportunity aims to strengthen civil society coalitions in South Africa that advance gender equality, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), LGBTQIA+ rights, and equitable healthcare access. The programme, led by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), targets the prevention of gender-based violence, reinforcement of rights-based systems, and support for health system reforms toward universal health coverage. Projects should empower marginalized groups, including women, girls, rural communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities, while building sustainable networks and advocacy capacity for long-term impact.
