Category: Webinar

Webinars for the 10th Grant Cycle

ITF’s 10th Grant Cycle will open on October 6, 2025. Are you planning to apply and wondering how to get started? We want to make the process as simple and accessible as possible. That’s why ITF is offering two different types of online sessions to support you.

Funding Webinars

Our Funding Webinars are designed to help you understand ITF’s grantmaking process.

What you learn

  • Eligibility Criteria and Funding Priorities.
  • Tips on writing a strong and competitive application.
  • The overall grantmaking cycle.

Who should attend

  • Applicants who have never applied for ITF funding before.
  • Organizations that are unsure if they meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Groups that have applied but were not selected for funding.

Application Walkthroughs

Our Application Walkthroughs provide a step-by-step guide through the entire application form.

What you Learn

  • Walk you through our grantmaking portal
  • Explain each section of the application
  • Share insider tips on what the review panel looks for in strong proposals.

Who should attend

  • Applicants who want to strengthen their application
  • Groups with limited experience writing grant proposals

Both sessions are excellent opportunities to gain clarity, build confidence, and improve your chances of success. Organizations are welcome to attend both funding webinars and Application Walkthrough.

Webinar Schedule

Funding Webinars

General Funding Webinar (English with Russian, French and Chinese translation)
Oct 6, 7am ET / 1pm South Africa / 6pm Bangkok, Thailand

Register here.

Webinar de Financiamiento general (Spanish)
Oct 6, 11am ET / 9am México DF / 12pm Santiago, Chile

Inscripción aquí.

Africa & Asia Focus Funding Webinar (English with Russian, French and Chinese translation)
Oct 7, 7am ET / 1pm South Africa / 6pm Bangkok, Thailand

Register here.

Webinar América Central y México (Spanish)
Oct 8, 11am ET / 9am México DF / 12pm Santiago, Chile

Inscripción aquí.

Caribbean (Regional) (English)
Oct 10, 11am ET / 11am Rep. Dominicana / 10am Jamaica

Register here.

Portuguese-speaking Webinar (Portuguese)
Oct 10, 3pm ET / 4pm ET Brasília / 8pm Luanda, Angola

Register here.

Application Walkthroughs

General Application Walkthrough (English with Russian, French and Chinese translation)
Oct 13, 7am ET / 1pm South Africa / 6pm Bangkok, Thailand

Register here.

General Application Walkthrough Session 1 (Spanish)
Oct 13, 11am ET / 9am México DF / 12pm Santiago, Chile

Inscripción aquí.

Africa & Asia Focused Application Walkthrough (English with Russian, French and Chinese translation)
Oct 15, 7am ET / 1pm South Africa / 6pm Bangkok, Thailand

Register here.

General Application Walkthrough Session 2
Oct 15, 11am ET / 9am México DF / 12pm Santiago, Chile

Inscripción aquí.

Webinar: “EXISTENCE IS RESISTANCE: Global Solidarity with Trans, Non-Binary and Gender Diverse Communities

📢 Join our webinar “EXISTENCE IS RESISTANCE: Global Solidarity with Trans, Non-Binary and Gender Diverse Communities” on May 27, 9AM EST.

In the wake of #IDAHOBIT, and as regressive forces threaten human rights across the globe, we’ll explore powerful resistance strategies and support networks built by trans communities.

Hosted by AWID and featuring experts from IPPF, International Trans Fund, GATE – Global Action for Trans Equality & Trans Youth Initiative-Uganda, learn how feminist, HIV+, SRHR and LGBTQI+ movements can strengthen solidarity by coming together.

Register here: [ https://bit.ly/4jnOeeI ]

We will have assisted interpretation in French and Spanish, using Wordly. #TransSolidarity #EXISTENCEisRESISTANCE

Application Walkthrough and Q&A

Are you interested in applying for a grant in the ITF’s 9th grant cycle and looking for more information? We are hosting a series of online events specifically for trans-led groups to provide comprehensive details on the application process.

Application Walkthrough provides a step-by-step guide through the entire application process, ensuring that participants understand each section and requirement. Our Program Officers will explain the application form and offer detailed instructions on how to use our new grantmaking portal. Additionally, attendees will receive expert advice on crafting a strong and competitive application, with tips on what the review panel looks for in successful proposals.

Who should attend: Applicants that are interested in strengthening their application or have been previously unsuccessful in getting a grant from the ITF.

Office Hours/Q&A session provides a valuable opportunity for applicants to get their specific questions answered directly by our Program Officers. This session is designed to address any uncertainties or challenges faced during the application process, ensuring that all applicants have a clear understanding of the requirements and expectations. Our goal is to offer personalized support and guidance, helping applicants to feel confident and well-prepared.

Who should attend: Applicants that have begun work on their applications but have questions about it.

Application Walkthrough:

Oct 7 – Application walkthrough (English/French/Russian/Chinese)
4:00 AM ET / 10:00 AM CET
Register here

Oct 14 – Tutorial para Solicitud – Application Walkthrough (Spanish)
11:00 AM, Mexico City (CST) / 1:00 PM, Eastern Time (US and Canada) / 2:00 PM, Montevideo, Uruguay (UYT)
Register here

Oct 15 – Tutorial para Proposta FIT – Application Walkthrough (Portuguese)
2:00 PM, São Paulo, Brazil (BRT) / 6:00 PM, Lisbon, Portugal (WET)
Register here

Oct 21 – Tutorial para Solicitud – Application Walkthrough (Spanish)
11:00 AM, Mexico City (CST) / 1:00 PM, Eastern Time (US and Canada) / 2:00 PM, Montevideo, Uruguay (UYT)
Register here

Oct 22 – Tutorial para Proposta FIT – Application Walkthrough (Portuguese)
2:00 PM, São Paulo, Brazil (BRT) / 6:00 PM, Lisbon, Portugal (WET)
Register here

Office Hour Q&A Webinars:

Oct 2 – Q&A Session / Sesión para Preguntas (English/Spanish)
9:00 AM ET and Jamaica /10:00 AM Brasília / 3:00 PM CET
Register here

Oct 3  – Q&A Session (English/French/Russian/Chinese)
8:00 AM ET / 2:00 PM CET
Register here

Oct 4  – Q&A Session (English/French/Russian/Chinese)
8:00 AM ET / 2:00 PM CET
Register here

Oct 10 – Q&A Session (English)
9:00 AM ET
Register here

Oct 11 – Q&A Session (English)
9:00 AM ET
Register here

Oct 16 – Q&A Session / Sesión para Preguntas (English/Spanish)
11:00 AM México D.F./ 1:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM Brasília / 7:00 PM CET
Register here

Office Hours/Q&A Sessions

Office Hours/Q&A session provides a valuable opportunity for applicants to get their specific questions answered directly by our Program Officers. This session is designed to address any uncertainties or challenges faced during the application process, ensuring that all applicants have a clear understanding of the requirements and expectations. Our goal is to offer personalized support and guidance, helping applicants to feel confident and well-prepared.

Who should attend: Applicants who have begun work on their applications but have questions about it.

Don’t miss this opportunity to get all the information you need to apply successfully. Register now through the links below:

Office Hour Q&A Webinars

Oct 2 – Q&A Session / Sesión para Preguntas (English/Spanish)
8:00 AM ET and Jamaica /10:00 AM Brasília / 3:00 PM CET
Register here

Oct 3  – Q&A Session (English/French/Russian/Chinese)
8:00 AM ET / 2:00 PM CET
Register here

Oct 4  – Q&A Session (English/French/Russian/Chinese)
8:00 AM ET / 2:00 PM CET
Register here

Oct 10 – Q&A Session (English)
9:00 AM ET
Register here

Oct 11 – Q&A Session (English)
9:00 AM ET
Register here

Oct 16 – Q&A Session / Sesión para Preguntas (English/Spanish)
11:00 AM México D.F./ 1:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM Brasília / 7:00 PM CET
Register here

Grant Application Walkthrough

The ITF’s 9th grant cycle application intake begins on October 7th. To support applicants, we are offering a series of online events, including our Application Walkthrough sessions.

Application Walkthrough provides a step-by-step guide through the entire application process, ensuring that participants understand each section and requirement. Our Program Officers will explain the application form and offer detailed instructions on how to use our new grantmaking portal. Additionally, attendees will receive expert advice on crafting a strong and competitive application, with tips on what the review panel looks for in successful proposals.

Who should attend: Applicants that are interested in strengthening their application or have been previously unsuccessful in getting a grant from the ITF.

Application Walkthrough

Oct 7 – Application walkthrough (English/French/Russian/Chinese)
4:00 AM ET / 10:00 AM CET
Register here

Oct 14 – Tutorial para Solicitud – Application Walkthrough (Spanish)
11:00 AM, Mexico City (CST) / 1:00 PM, Eastern Time (US and Canada) / 2:00 PM, Montevideo, Uruguay (UYT)
Register here

Oct 15 – Tutorial para Proposta FIT – Application Walkthrough (Portuguese)
2:00 PM, São Paulo, Brazil (BRT) / 6:00 PM, Lisbon, Portugal (WET)
Register here

Oct 21 – Tutorial para Solicitud – Application Walkthrough (Spanish)
11:00 AM, Mexico City (CST) / 1:00 PM, Eastern Time (US and Canada) / 2:00 PM, Montevideo, Uruguay (UYT)
Register here

Oct 22 – Tutorial para Proposta FIT – Application Walkthrough (Portuguese)
2:00 PM, São Paulo, Brazil (BRT) / 6:00 PM, Lisbon, Portugal (WET)
Register here

Funding Webinars for the 9th Grant Cycle

Are you interested in applying for a grant in the ITF’s 9th grant cycle and looking for more information? We are hosting a series of online events specifically for trans-led groups to provide comprehensive details on the application process in multiple languages. Our 9th grant cycle opens on October 7, making these webinars the perfect opportunity to get prepared and informed.

Funding Webinars is the space where we share information about the eligibility criteria, funding priorities and the grantmaking process. We will give helpful tips on how to write a strong and competitive application. Our Funding Webinars will help you gain insights and improve your chances of securing funding.

Who should attend: Applicants that have never applied for ITF funding before or that have limited experience with writing grants, organizations that are not sure if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Funding Webinars

September 5 – General (English with Chinese and French interpretation)
7:00 AM ET / 1:00 PM South Africa / 6:00 PM Bangkok, Thailand
Register here

September 6 – General (Spanish)
9:00 AM México DF /11:00 AM ET / 11:00 AM Santiago, Chile and Brasília, Brasil
Register here

September 11 – Caribbean Webinar (English)
9:00 AM México DF /11:00 AM ET / 12:00 PM Santiago, Chile and Brasília, Brasil
Register here

September 13 – Central Asia Webinar (Russian)
5:00 PM, Almaty/Bishkek (KGT)
Register here

September 16 – América Central y México Webinar (Spanish)
10:00 AM México DF /12:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM Santiago, Chile and Brasília, Brasil
Register here

Application Deadline Extension & Webinars

In response to overwhelming interest and to accommodate the diverse and innovative proposals, we have decided to extend the deadline for the 8th cycle grant applications. The new deadline is now January 31. This extension aims to provide all potential applicants with additional time to fine-tune their proposals. We look forward to receiving your outstanding applications!

Additionally, the ITF will be hosting Draft Review Service and Funding webinars to guide you through the 8th grant cycle application process.

Draft Review Service

Jan 8 – Sessão Serviço de Revisão de Rascunhos (Draft Review Service) – Português – Noon ET, 2pm Brasília time

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdOCtrjsoH9bPJjRbJVD2eBOo1oyYcx0e

Jan 10 – Draft Review Service Session – English – Noon ET, 6pm CET

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwkcu2rqz4jGtJ_aTDtKaBgidRMYg3oP1iQ

Jan 16 – Draft Review Service – English/French/Russian/Chinese – 4am ET / 10am CET

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqduusrjsqHdS_pv_WsrV9VsutACC82Dyf

Jan 18 – Draft Review Service Session – English/French/Russian/Chinese – 4am ET / 10am CET

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrd-6gqjorHtPUCrbzZgkqkmZCZ-WlhbuF

Funding Webinars and Office Hours

Jan 12 – Webinar sobre Financiamiento FIT – América Central y México – Spanish – 11am México D.F. y El Salvador

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpd-iorz0vGN3533ez4lbRRDF0hrqdhFsz

Jan 12 – Funding Webinar – Caribbean – English – 2pm ET and Jamaica time

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdemtrjIsG9xBwSvKB3RIatAW3-G79ylG

Jan 15 – Q&A Session / Sesión para Preguntas – English/Spanish – 8am ET and Jamaica /10am Brasília / 2pm CET

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsdOyhqD8vH9ewd7d5V6cgJwfX4N6J8YcA

Jan 15 – Q&A Session / Sesión para Preguntas – English/Spanish – 11am México D.F./ noon ET / 2pm Brasília, 6pm CET

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsc-6rrjwpHtYE0WseJt7bd3lNRUaWctrg

Jan 16 – Q&A Session – English/French/Russian/Chinese – 8am ET / 2pm CET

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkdOGsrz4rEtSpmmQpDiBOR8zouHaznoZS

Jan 18 – Q&A Session – English/French/Russian/Chinese – 8am ET / 2pm CET

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrfuuhrDopGtTLXGaG7I-t9F_-oAuC_qaX

8th Grant Cycle Funding Webinars

We are delighted to announce a series of webinars to guide you through the 8th grant cycle application process. These include:

  1. Funding Webinars: Gain insights into eligibility, funding priorities, and our new grantmaking portal.
  2. Draft Review Service Webinars: Fine-tune your application with feedback and advice.
  3. Office Hour Q&A Webinars: Engage directly with our Program Officer and ask any questions you may have.

Reserve your spot by registering for these sessions:

1. Funding Webinars

2. Draft Review Service Webinars

3. Office Hour Q&A Webinars:

 

7th Grant Cycle Webinar Calendar

We are excited to announce the opening of the International Trans Fund’s 7th Grant Cycle and share with you the dates for the upcoming Draft Review Service webinars and Funding webinars.

The Draft Review Service (DRS) is a collective, online process where trans-led groups can work with ITF staff on their application for a grant. In 2022, we are offering the DRS in 5 open sessions for groups, especially those with less experience writing grant applications, to develop their ITF Application Form. We invite your trans-led group to register in one of the DRS Introductory sessions via Zoom, between Oct. 31st and Nov. 2nd.

During the ITF’s Funding webinars, we will share information about the eligibility criteria, funding priorities and the grantmaking process. We will give helpful tips on how to write a strong and competitive application. There will also be the opportunity to ask our Program Officers questions. We invite your trans-led group to register in one of the Funding Webinar sessions via Zoom, between Nov 3rd and Nov. 9th. We do not recommend that you participate in a funding webinar if you are already taking part in the Draft Review Service:

DRS – 7th Cycle

1st session – French
31 Oct, 4am ET/ 8am Burkina Faso

Enregistrez-vous ici

1st session – English, with Chinese Interpretation
31 Oct, 6am ET

Register here

1ая сессия – Русский
31 Oct, 8am ET / 6pm Almaty, Kazakhstan

Регистрация здесь

1ra Sesión – Español
01 Nov, 11am ET / 9am México DF / 12pm Santiago, Chile

Regístrese aquí

1a Sessão – Português
01 Nov, 4pm/16h de Brasília

Registe-se aqui

Funding Webinars – 7th Cycle

General – 7th Cycle (English)
03 Nov, 7am ET / 1pm South Africa / 6pm Bangkok, Thailand

Register here

Webinar de Financiamiento general – 7mo Ciclo (Español)
03 Nov, 11am ET / 9am México DF / 12pm Santiago, Chile

Regístrese aquí

East, South, Southeast Asia and the Pacific (Regional) – 7th Cycle (English + Chinese Interpretation)
Nov. 4, 7am ET / 6pm Bangkok, Thailand

Register here

Apoyo FLORECER – 7mo Ciclo (Español)
04 Nov, 11am ET / 9am México DF / 12pm Santiago, Chile

Regístrese aquí

Caribbean (Regional) – 7th Cycle (English)
07 Nov, 12pm (noon) ET /  12pm Jamaica  /  1pm Dominican Rep.

Register here

México y América Central (Regional) – 7mo Ciclo (Español)
07 Nov, 3pm México y Costa Rica / 4pm Panamá

Regístrese aquí

Central Asia (Regional) – 7th Cycle (English + Russian Interpretation)
08 Nov, 7am ET / 5pm Almaty, Kazakhstan

Register here

Global North (Regional) – 7th Cycle (English)
08 Nov, 3pm ET / 9pm CET

Register here

Global North (Regional) – 7th Cycle (English)
09 Nov, 9am Aotearoa-New Zealand

Register here

Eastern and Southern Africa (Regional) – 7th Cycle (English)
09 Nov, 7am ET / 1pm South Africa

Register here

Francophone Africa (Regional) – 7th Cycle (English + French Interpretation)
09 Nov, 10am ET / 2pm Burkina Faso

Register here

Participate in a Funding Webinar

Are you interested in applying to the ITF’s 6th grant cycle but are looking for more information? The ITF hosts funding webinars for trans-led groups to provide clear information on the application process and tips for writing a strong application. The information we provide is similar in all webinars; we only offer it in different languages and times for your convenience.

Participation in the webinars is entirely optional — you do not need to attend any of them to apply for ITF funding.

ITF Funding Webinars

General – 6th Cycle (English)
Oct. 28, 7am ET / 1pm South Africa / 6pm Bangkok, Thailand
Register here.

Webinar de Financiamiento general – 6to Ciclo (Español)
28 Oct, 11am ET / 10am México DF / 12pm Santiago, Chile
Inscripción aquí.

Renewal (THRIVE) – 6th Cycle (English)
Oct. 29, 7am ET / 1pm South Africa / 6pm Bangkok, Thailand
Register here.

Renovación (FLORECER) – 6to Ciclo (Español)
29 Oct, 11am ET / 10am México DF / 12pm Santiago, Chile
Inscripción aquí

Caribbean (Regional) – 6th Cycle (English)
Nov. 1st, 11am ET / 11am Rep. Dominicana / 10am Jamaica
Register here.

México y América Central (Regional) – 6to Ciclo (Español)
1er Nov, 3pm México y Costa Rica / 4pm Panamá
Inscripción aquí.

Central Asia (Regional) – 6th Cycle (English + Russian Interpretation)
Nov. 2nd, 7am ET / 5pm Almaty, Kazakhstan
Register here.

Global North (Regional) – 6th Cycle (English)
Nov. 2nd, 3pm ET / 8pm CET
Nov. 3rd, 8am Aotearoa-New Zealand
Register here.

Eastern and Southern Africa (Regional) – 6th Cycle (English)
Nov. 3rd, 7am ET / 1pm South Africa
Register here.

Francophone Africa (Regional) – 6th Cycle (English + French Interpretation)
Nov. 3rd, 10am ET / 4pm South Africa
Register here.

East, South, Southeast Asia and the Pacific (Regional) – 6th Cycle (English + Chinese Interpretation)
Nov. 4, 7am ET / 6pm Bangkok, Thailand
Register here.

Brasil (Regional) – 6to Ciclo (Português)
4 Nov, 5pm ET / 6pm Brasília
Inscrição aqui.

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