APWLD Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR) 2026–2028: Apply for a US$14,000 Grant to Advance the Human Rights of Women Migrants in Asia and the Pacific
The Asia Pacific Forum on Women, Law and Development (APWLD) is inviting applications for its Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR) 2026–2028 on Human Rights of Women Migrants: Building Movement to Demand Justice for Women in Climate-induced Migration.
This unique initiative seeks to empower women migrants and their organisations across Asia and the Pacific by strengthening evidence-based advocacy, documenting lived experiences, and building collective movements that demand justice for women affected by climate-induced migration.
Selected partner organisations will receive up to US$14,000 in grant funding to recruit a young woman researcher, conduct participatory research, and contribute to advocacy efforts aimed at protecting the rights of women migrants and promoting migration justice.
If your organisation is committed to advancing women’s rights, climate justice, and migrant rights, this opportunity provides funding, capacity building, mentorship, and regional networking to strengthen your impact.
About the APWLD Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR)
The Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR) programme is designed to place women migrants at the centre of research and advocacy. Rather than treating migration as an isolated issue, APWLD approaches climate-induced migration as a structural challenge shaped by intersecting systems of patriarchy, capitalism, and environmental injustice.
The programme will investigate how climate change and climate-related policies affect women migrants, documenting the realities they face while developing evidence-based recommendations for systemic change.
Over the course of the programme, APWLD and its selected partners will work together to:
- Investigate the lived experiences of women migrants.
- Document barriers and human rights violations experienced during migration.
- Strengthen evidence-based advocacy.
- Build stronger grassroots movements.
- Promote migration justice.
- Influence public policy and decision-making.
- Advance women’s human rights across Asia and the Pacific.
Why This Research Matters
Climate-induced migration continues to increase across the Asia-Pacific region due to environmental degradation, natural disasters, and climate-related development projects.
According to APWLD, migration is often driven by:
- Floods
- Typhoons
- Droughts
- Environmental degradation
- Loss of livelihoods
- Climate-related displacement
- Large-scale climate projects that restrict access to land and water
- Other climate policies that unintentionally force communities to migrate
Women and other marginalised communities are disproportionately affected by these challenges and frequently encounter:
- Unsafe migration pathways
- Labour exploitation
- Discrimination
- Limited access to legal protection
- Exclusion from essential services
- Violations of their human rights
Through this research programme, participating organisations will generate evidence to advocate for policies that ensure women can remain in their communities safely or migrate with dignity, self-determination, and access to justice.
Research Focus Areas
Participating organisations may focus on one or more of the following priority themes:
1. Climate-Induced Migration
Research on migration caused by climate change, environmental degradation, or climate-related disasters.
2. Migration Caused by False Climate Solutions
Exploration of how certain climate projects or policies contribute to displacement and forced migration.
3. Women Migrants in Destination Countries
Research examining the experiences, challenges, and human rights concerns faced by women migrants after relocation.
4. Climate Change and Decent Work
Analysis of how climate change affects employment opportunities, labour rights, and decent work for women migrants.
Programme Duration
Between 2026 and 2028, APWLD will collaborate with selected organisations over a 16-month research period.
Throughout the programme, research partners will investigate, document, analyse, and advocate for improved protection of women migrants’ rights.
Funding and Benefits
Selected organisations will receive extensive financial and technical support throughout the programme.
Grant Funding
Each selected organisation may receive up to:
US$14,000
The funding is intended to support:
- Employment of a young woman researcher.
- Research implementation.
- Research-related salary and on-costs.
Capacity Building
Participants will benefit from:
- Regional capacity-building workshops.
- Feminist research training.
- Advocacy development support.
- Opportunities to strengthen organisational research skills.
Mentorship
Each partner organisation must appoint a mentor to guide and support the young woman researcher throughout the research process.
Networking Opportunities
Participants will gain access to:
- APWLD’s regional network.
- Advocacy platforms.
- Movement-building opportunities.
- Collaborative learning with organisations across Asia and the Pacific.
Interpretation Support
Although English is the main working language, interpretation assistance may be provided during regional meetings where necessary.
Number of Organisations Selected
APWLD plans to select six to eight partner organisations to participate in the FPAR 2026–2028 programme.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on several key considerations, including:
- Representation from different Asia-Pacific sub-regions.
- Recommendations or references from APWLD members.
- Diversity of migrant rights issues and advocacy priorities.
- Organisational experience working with women migrants.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively in English.
- Capacity to participate fully throughout the research process.
Application Requirements
Interested organisations must submit:
- A completed application form.
- A recommendation or reference letter from another women’s or grassroots organisation (preferably an APWLD member).
Applications should clearly demonstrate the organisation’s commitment to migrant women’s rights, feminist advocacy, and climate justice.
How to Apply
Applicants should email the required documents to:
Use the following email subject line:
Application – Migration FPAR 2026–2028_Name of Your Organisation
Application Deadline
The deadline to submit applications is:
31 July 2026
Late submissions may not be considered.
Why Organisations Should Apply
Participating in the APWLD Feminist Participatory Action Research programme offers organisations far more than grant funding.
Selected organisations will:
- Receive financial support to conduct impactful research.
- Build the research capacity of young women leaders.
- Strengthen advocacy for migrant women’s rights.
- Collaborate with organisations across Asia and the Pacific.
- Influence climate and migration policies.
- Join a regional feminist movement working toward systemic change.
- Produce evidence that contributes to long-term social justice initiatives.
For organisations committed to advancing the rights of women migrants, this programme provides the tools, resources, and partnerships needed to transform research into meaningful action.
Final Thoughts
The APWLD Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR) 2026–2028 presents a valuable opportunity for organisations working with women migrants to secure funding, strengthen advocacy, and contribute to evidence-based policy reform across Asia and the Pacific.
By combining feminist research methods, grassroots organising, mentorship, and regional collaboration, the programme aims to build stronger movements capable of advancing migration justice and protecting the human rights of women affected by climate-induced migration.
Eligible organisations are encouraged to prepare their application materials early and submit them before 31 July 2026.
For more information, visit the official website
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