Dutch human rights policy priorities:

• Freedom of expression, internet freedom and independent journalism
• Freedom of religion and belief
• Equal rights for women and girls
• Protection of human rights defenders
• Equal rights for LGBTI people worldwide
• Promotion of the international rule of law and the fight against impunity.

To this end, the Dutch embassy in Ankara and the consulate-general in Istanbul offer funding to organisations which promote human rights and the rule of law in Türkiye.

***UPDATE ON THE CALL FOR PROJECTS UNDER THE MATRA AND HUMAN RIGHTS FUND***

Please note that we currently have put our call for proposals on hold due to the large amount of proposals we have received.

We will notify via our website when there is an update on the situation.