Good project proposals: 5 dos and don’ts

From open calls to grant applications, project proposals are assessed in a competitive process that can benefit from strategising.

15 Jul 2024 9:00

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A strong project proposal can take an idea into reality. Photo: SHVETS Production, Pexels.

Whether you’re applying to an open call or a grant application, having a strong project proposal will likely increase the chances of success.

Don’t apply to everything mindlessly; it comes off as insincere and organisers are likely to notice.

Taking a look at previous successful participants can provide an indication as to what assessors are looking for.

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