SVRI Data to Evidence Grant 2027

Grant Provider

The grant is offered by the Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI), an international initiative focused on strengthening research and evidence related to violence against women and child sexual violence, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.

Grant Objective

The main objective of the SVRI Data to Evidence Grant 2027 is to support rigorous research that uses existing datasets to generate new evidence on violence against women and child sexual violence. The programme aims to convert available data into practical knowledge that can improve policies, prevention strategies, programme design, and survivor-centred services.

Key Focus Areas

The grant supports research related to gender-based violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, child sexual violence, women’s safety, adolescent girls, survivor services, prevention programmes, health impacts, social and economic consequences, and intersectional vulnerabilities. Projects that can directly influence policy or programme implementation are particularly relevant.

Nature of Projects Supported

This grant primarily supports secondary data analysis rather than new large-scale primary data collection. Applicants are expected to work with existing datasets obtained through surveys, programme evaluations, research studies, administrative systems, or other ethically collected sources. Projects should address a clear evidence gap and demonstrate strong analytical methods.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants may include universities, research institutions, NGOs, civil society organisations, and other eligible non-profit research organisations based in low- and middle-income countries. Indian organisations may apply subject to the grant’s eligibility requirements. Applicants should have access to suitable datasets and demonstrate appropriate ethical approval or permission for their use.

Grant Amount

Individual grants generally range from US$30,000 to US$50,000. Funding can support research staff, data analysis, research software, data management, dissemination, policy briefs, stakeholder engagement, and eligible institutional costs.

Project Duration

Selected projects are generally expected to be completed within a maximum period of approximately 12 months.

Expected Outcomes

Projects should generate actionable evidence that can strengthen understanding of violence, identify risk and protective factors, improve prevention interventions, enhance survivor support systems, and contribute to better policies and programmes.

Relevance for India

The grant is highly relevant for Indian organisations working in gender equality, public health, child protection, women’s empowerment, social justice, research, and community development. Organisations with access to existing gender, health, protection, or social-sector datasets can use this opportunity to produce evidence that supports stronger and more responsive interventions.

Application Deadline

17 September 2026