OCIC Photojournalism Initiative 2018 Transformations 2018: Call for Expressions of Interest Background OCIC invites organizational members in good standing to submit expressions of interests to partner in a collaborative photojournalism initiative to be launched during International Development Week 2018. Through this initiative OCIC seeks to document and share stories of partnership, resilience and positive change with the Ontario public. These stories are meant to increase dialogue and understanding of how international partnerships address complex global challenges. With the support of an experienced photojournalist, OCIC seeks to learn firsthand about our members’ sustainable development and global solidarity work, and to share specific stories with Ontarians through a series of virtual and small‐scale photo exhibits in select communities across the province over a one year period beginning February 2018. For 10‐12 days in late October – early November 2017 a small OCIC delegation will visit one or more of our member organizations’ partners in Canada or abroad, in order to learn firsthand about the ways that OCIC member organizations and your partners are working together to make a difference. In 2018 the focus of our call for submissions is to deepen understanding of and dialogue related to the Global Goals for Sustainable Development by highlighting projects or programs in one or more of the following thematic areas:  Innovation towards Human Rights, such as Women’s Rights, the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and the Rights of Indigenous Peoples  Innovation in Gender Equality and Equity  Innovation in Engagement of New Audiences in Policy Issues  Community‐based Peacebuilding and Reconciliation Anticipated Outcomes of this initiative include:  To develop a meaningful partnership between OCIC and selected member(s) for the duration of the initiative  To increase dialogue and further understanding of international partnerships that address complex global challenges  To increase public awareness and understanding of OCIC members’ efforts towards sustainable development, partnership and global solidarity in one or more of the proposed thematic areas  To encourage the active engagement of Ontarians in sustainable development and global solidarity efforts Partnership Approach OCIC recognizes and supports the development of good practice by civil society organizations (CSOs), and through a range of activities encourages members of the Council to utilize the globally recognized Istanbul Principles for CSO Development Effectiveness as a framework for doing so. These principles include: 1. To respect and promote human rights and social justice 2. To embody gender equality and equity while promoting women’s and girls’ rights 3. To focus on people’s empowerment, democratic ownership and participation 4. To promote environmental sustainability 5. To practice transparency and accountability 6. To pursue equitable partnerships and solidarity 1 7. To create and share knowledge and commit to mutual learning 8. To commit to realizing positive sustainable change OCIC seeks to practice the Istanbul Principles in our approach to partnership with selected members, and to use these Principles as the overarching framework for the stories that we share. We will work closely with members in planning and undertaking the visit and the resulting exhibit. As a way to implement principles into practice, OCIC and selected members will jointly develop a Partnership Agreement so that our mutual efforts are of significant value for all. Benefits of Partnership OCIC acknowledges the time and effort that partnering in this initiative will require. In recognition of this commitment OCIC will:  Provide a significant profile of the member organization(s) and your international partners’ work through virtual and small‐scale photo exhibits to be presented online and in select communities across Ontario during International Development Week 2018 and in the year beyond  Provide digital copies of photos taken for dissemination on your website, publications and communications, following the launch of the exhibit OCIC Contributions OCIC will assume the costs of our own international and domestic travel, accommodation, insurance, safety and security preparations, interpreters, etc., and will take leadership in:  Planning and hosting (either face‐to‐face or virtually) visioning and pre‐departure meetings  Undertaking logistical planning and preparations for OCIC activities  Communicating with selected member organization(s) and your international partner(s)  Undertaking the launch of the virtual and small‐scale exhibits and related activities during International Development Week 2018  Supporting selected member(s) to engage Ontarians broadly using the physical exhibits throughout 2018 Anticipated OCIC Member Organization Contributions Selected OCIC member organizations will:  Participate in a limited number of visioning and pre‐departure meetings  Contribute to logistical planning and preparations (such as providing guidance and recommendations on international and domestic travel, accommodation, insurance, safety and security issues, interpretation, creation of a joint communications plan for public engagement, etc..)  Liaise with and support communications between OCIC and selected members’ international partner(s)  Provide financial and/or in kind contributions towards public engagement activities, international travel, and translation services where possible  Support OCIC in undertaking International Development Week 2018 virtual and small‐scale exhibits and attending related activities  Take leadership in engaging Ontarians broadly using the physical exhibits throughout 2018 Selection Criteria To be considered for partnership in this initiative OCIC member organizations in good standing are required to submit a completed Expression of Interest form and, if selected, to participate in a panel interview July 4‐5, 2017. Your submission will be assessed by our Selection Committee, based on: 2 1) Your willingness and ability to enter into a meaningful partnership for the duration of the initiative; 2) Clear demonstration of partnership with proposed international organization; 3) The public engagement potential of the proposed stories including:  A strong link between the proposed stories and one or more of the proposed thematic areas;  The potential of stories to actively engage Ontarians;  A demonstrated commitment and/or strategy to amplify reach with target audiences; 4) Logistical viability for travel in late October‐early November 2017. 
OCIC values the work of all members. While all submissions are welcome, we strongly encourage interested small and medium‐sized organizations to submit an Expression of Interest for this initiative. Preference will be given to organizations that have the capacity to partner in this initiative, but have limited resources to undertake a program of similar scope on their own.  While emphasis will be put on Global Affairs Canada’s current countries of focus, compelling projects or programs with a strong rationale for selection from other countries, including Canada, will be considered.  Submissions from organization working with Canadian partners will also be considered, particularly those working with Indigenous communities in Ontario. Expression of Interest & Selection Process  Expressions of Interest from OCIC organizational members in good standing will be accepted until Friday, June 23, 2017 at 11:00 am EST.  Expressions of Interest will be reviewed by a Selection Committee comprised of OCIC staff, board members and past partners to create a short list.  Short‐listed applicants will be invited to participate in a panel interview, July 4 or 5, 2017 in Toronto.  Selection decisions and feedback will be communicated to applicants by mid‐July 2017. Proposed Timeline  Deadline for EOI submissions: June 23, 2017  Interviews: July 4‐5, 2017  Selection Decisions communicated: mid‐July 2017  Initial meeting with selected partner(s): Late July 2017  Pre‐departure planning: August‐October 2017  Trip: Late October‐early November 2017  Post trip exhibit production and public engagement planning: November 2017 – February 2018  Exhibit launch and public engagement activities: February 2018 onwards To Apply Please fill out the Expression of Interest Form [below] by 11:00 am EST, June 23, 2017. If you have any questions, please contact Eugenia Ochoa, OCIC Public Engagement Coordinator by email at [email protected]. Please note “OCIC Transformations Initiative 2018” in the e‐mail subject line. 3 OCIC Photojournalism Initiative 2018 Transformations 2018: Call for Expressions of Interest 1.
OCIC Member Organization Name of OCIC Member Organization: ________________________________________________________________ Please provide the names, positions and contact information of two primary contacts that will be responsible for managing the partnership relationship with OCIC on this collaborative public engagement initiative, for the 18‐month project duration (July 2017‐January 2019). Primary Contact 1: Name: ___________________________________________________________ Position: __________________________________________________________ Email: ____________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________________________________ Organizational Mailing Address: _______________________________________ _______________________________________ Primary Contact 2: Name: ___________________________________________________________ Position: __________________________________________________________ Email: ____________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________________________________ Organizational Mailing Address (if different from the above): __________________________________________ Institutional Authorization and Commitment of CEO/Executive Director/Senior Leader I ________________________ acknowledge that I have approved this submission and am committed to supporting this initiative if my organization is selected to participate _______________________________________ ____________________ Signature & Title Date 4 2.
Proposed Partner Organization Name of Proposed Partner Organization: __________________________________________________________ Please provide the names, positions and contact information of two primary contacts that will be responsible for managing the partnership relationship with OCIC on this collaborative public engagement initiative, for the 18‐month project duration (July 2017‐January 2019). Primary Contact 1: Name: ___________________________________________________________ Position: __________________________________________________________ Email: ____________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________________________________ Organizational Mailing Address: _______________________________________ _______________________________________ Primary Contact 2: Name: ___________________________________________________________ Position: __________________________________________________________ Email: ____________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________________________________ Organizational Mailing Address (if different from the above): _______________________________________ _______________________________________ Institutional Authorization and Commitment of CEO/Executive Director/Senior Leader I ________________________________ acknowledge that I have approved this submission and am committed to supporting this initiative if my organization is selected to participate _______________________________________ ____________________ Signature & Title Date 5 Partnership Objectives and Expectations 3. Through this initiative OCIC’s objectives and expectations include:  To develop a meaningful partnership between OCIC and selected member(s) for the duration of the initiative  To increase dialogue and further understanding of international partnerships that address complex global challenges  To increase public awareness and understanding of OCIC members’ efforts towards sustainable development, partnership and global solidarity in one or more of the proposed thematic areas  To encourage the active engagement of Ontarians in sustainable development and global solidarity efforts Please outline three to four organizational objectives and expectations you would ideally like to meet, if selected as a partner in this initiative. 6 Contributions to Project Based Partnership 4. Please outline how your organization and your partner propose to contribute to logistical planning, communications, post‐trip exhibit production and public engagement planning and activities throughout 2017 and 2018 (consider personnel capacity to host, guide, hire and secure vehicle and accommodation, financial and/or in kind contribution etc.) 7 Overview of OCIC Member and Partners’ Work Together 5. Please describe the nature of the work between your organization and your proposed partner, including details such as how long you have been working together, the nature of your partnership, and the current scope of your work together. 8 6.
To help us better understand your proposed project/partnership, please provide a stakeholder map in the space provided or attached separately that highlights key participants and interested parties involved in the proposed public engagement initiative, including both Canadian and international [if applicable] stakeholders. 9 7.
Ideally, what would be the narrative you would highlight and engage Canadians with, if selected as a partner in this initiative? 10 8.
How does this narrative explore one or more of the proposed thematic areas?  Innovation towards Human Rights, such as Women’s Rights, the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and the Rights of Indigenous Peoples  Innovation in Gender Equality and Equity  Innovation in Engagement of New Audiences in Policy Issues  Community‐based Peacebuilding and Reconciliation 11 Public Engagement Potential 9. Why is it important that Canadians gain a deeper and more nuanced understanding of your joint efforts on this theme? 10. Ideally, what is one thing you would like people to do after gaining a deeper and more nuanced understanding about your joint efforts, and how would you encourage Canadians to take action? 12 11. What is your current public engagement strategy and/or focus of your public engagement work? 12. How will participating in this photojournalism initiative contribute towards reaching your public engagement strategy/focus? 13 13. Why do you think photojournalism is the right public engagement approach for you organization at this time? 14. Briefly describe your current (and/or intended through this initiative) target audience(s) in public engagement, and how might you amplify the reach of your work to this audience through a virtual exhibit? 14 15. What partnerships or affiliations do you have with other organizations, institutions or community groups that would help contribute in supporting the communications, promotions and public engagement portions of this initiative? Logistical Considerations 16. Please describe any logistical considerations for undertaking this initiative, including details such as the best time in October‐November 2017 to visit your partners’ work, projects and communities, the travel distance and mode of transportation from capital city/ arrival airport, and available accommodation in vicinity of partner project site. 15 17. Please describe any relevant security, cultural, and/or seasonal considerations that may affect the OCIC delegation on a visit to your proposed partner, keeping in mind that this is a photojournalism initiative. 16