Measures forming part of the 2014-2020 Local Development Strategy
GAG 1: Gozo in the 21st Century
This measure supports the creation of an ICT (and other) media platform to showcase the various aspects of Gozitan lifestyle which can serves as the base for sustainable development by enabling access to business, governance, and non-government organizations to media resources in an organized set-up, while in itself creating a ‘new economy’ activity in Gozo.
Measure is currently closed.
GAG 2: A Truly Holistic Gozitan Gastronomy
This action aims to create projects involving Gozitan agriculture and food produced and/or consumed in Gozo in a manner which sustains the appreciation and evolution of the Gozitan culinary tradition, generates better economic value added in Gozitan agriculture and food production, and which benefits the health of consumers.
Measure is currently closed.
GAG 3: Gozitan Attractions and Innovative Events for All Seasons
This measure aims to aid in the investment of infrastructure and innovative events which will in a complementary manner strengthen Gozo’s tourism offering so as to enhance performance across all seasons in a sustainable manner.
Measure is currently closed.
GAG 4: Rejuvenating Gozo
This action will improve the amenities and services in Gozo so as to improve the quality of life for young persons and young families, thereby contributing to retaining skills and to demographic and cultural regeneration.
Measure is open, and prospective applicants can refer to the following schedule:
- 27th June 2024: Pre-call advert.
- 5th July 2024 at 10:30am: Online Information Session. The presentation from the information session can be downloaded by following this link.
- 8th July 2024: Launch of Call
- 9th August 2024 at 12:00pm (noon) : Deadline for application submission.
Downloads:
- GAG4 Guidance Notes can be downloaded by following this link.
- GAG4 Application can be downloaded by following this link.
- GAG4 Clarifications can be downloaded by following this link.
- GAG4 – Summary of applications received under the Fourth Call – Block 1 can be download by following this link.
NOTICE:
The GAGF would like to inform the General Public and interested entities that Block 2 of GAG4 (Fourth Call) will NOT be opened. This decision was made after considering the number of applications received under Block 1 and taking into consideration the funding being requested. Therefore, any applications that were received or will be received under the call GAG4 (Fourth Call) after the deadline of Block 1 will not be considered for funding.
Measures forming part of the 2023-2027 Local Development Strategy:
Measure 1: Keeping the Culture and Traditions of Gozo Alive
The objective of the measure is to enable the distinctive elements of the culture and traditions of Gozo to serve as a means of enhancing the quality of life in the Region. Activities supported by the measure will culminate into at least one event to serve as a focal point where culture and tradition will engender social interactions between different demographic cohorts of resident and visitor population. Furthermore, culture and traditions at risk of being lost will be kept alive especially among the younger population and immigrants, thereby being preserved and evolved to be passed on to future generations.
Measure is currently closed.
Measure 2: Youth Entrepreneurship in Gozo: Taking Ideas to the Marketplace
This measure will support youths and micro enterprises to develop creative business ideas which can benefit the rural society of Gozo. It will also support youths who are already in a business activity but may wish to diversify, furthering their business or tap into other markets. The support is intended to promote youth entrepreneurship allowing for the improvement of pathways for young people to access economic opportunities in rural areas.
Measure is currently closed.
Measure 3: Empowering Communities to Act as Environmental Stewards
The general aim of this measure is to improve the quality of the environment of the Region through small-scale initiatives within the territory. This measure will enable communities to put into action small-scale plans aimed at improving the quality of life through interventions that would address water conservation, climate change, biodiversity, waste management and emissions to the environment.
Measure is currently closed.
Measure 4: Promoting Health and Sustainable Lifestyle in Gozo
As a small island and rural area, Gozo offers distinctive features which can be used to promote healthy (both physical and mental health) and sustainable lifestyles (encouraging suitable consumption, recreation, and time management behaviours). Local products are conducive towards a healthy Mediterranean diet and the unique natural and man-made environmental assets coupled with a slower pace of life and raw landscape offer an environmental which contribute towards a better wellbeing.
Measure is currently closed.
More information about the Gozo Action Group Foundation and the Measures to be launched under the 2023-2027 Local Development Strategy, can be found by following this link.
