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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Dear DCAD Members,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>I am pleased to announce that applications are now open for the IGF 2025 DCAD Grants, aimed at supporting the participation of persons with disabilities at the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025. These grants are designed to enhance accessibility and ensure inclusive representation in IGF discussions.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The last date to apply is 26 March 2025. For detailed information about the grants, eligibility criteria, and application process, please visit the Information Page:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://igf-dcad.org/igf2025_grants/">https://igf-dcad.org/igf2025_grants/</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>To apply, please fill out the Application Form at:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://igf-dcad.org/igf2025-grant-application/">https://igf-dcad.org/igf2025-grant-application/</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>An independent selection committee will review all applications and make the final selection based on the established criteria and available funds. We encourage all eligible individuals to apply and to share this opportunity within your networks to ensure greater accessibility and participation at IGF 2025.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Best,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Dr. Muhammad Shabbir,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Coordinator,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Dynamic Coalition on Accessibility and Disability (DCAD),<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MShabbirPhD/">https://twitter.com/MShabbirPhD/</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>