A broad-based and inclusive participation in Meetings of States Parties and Review Conferences of the Convention is of paramount importance. To this end, the Implementation Support Unit (ISU) is entrusted with managing the Sponsorship Programme and providing guidance, input and support to ensure its success. The purpose of the Sponsorship Programme is to facilitate broad and diverse participation of both affected and non-affected States Parties, as well as of all other interested States, to further the Convention’s humanitarian and disarmament objectives.
Selection criteria
Selection is based on:
- Priorities set by donors.
- Strategic needs related to the Convention’s implementation.
- Emerging challenges and opportunities within the CCM framework.
- The need to promote diverse representation.
This strategic approach ensures that sponsorships go beyond attendance and maximize the impact of each delegate’s contributions to the Convention’s objectives.
Administrative support
In accordance with the Hosting Agreement between the States Parties to the Convention and the Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD), the GICHD supports the ISU in the administration of the CCM Sponsorship Programme.
Sponsorship coverage
The Sponsorship Programme covers the following for approved participants:
- Airfare: A return economy-class ticket for the most direct and economical route between the delegate’s country of residence and the meeting location.
- Accommodation: Hotel accommodation arranged and paid for directly by the Programme Administrator, covering standard lodging for the meeting duration.
- Per diem: A daily allowance to cover meals not provided during the meeting. Limited local transportation may be included, subject to the availability of funds.
Costs beyond the approved travel and per diem allowances (e.g. visa fees, insurance, extended stays and personal expenses) are not covered.
Get involved
The success of the Sponsorship Programme relies on the continued engagement and generosity of States Parties. By contributing to or benefiting from the Programme, States help ensure broad participation, strengthen international cooperation, and advance the humanitarian goals of the Convention. States interested in supporting or applying for sponsorship are encouraged to contact the Implementation Support Unit (ISU) at: info@cmconvention.org
A brochure on the CCM Sponsorship Programme can be downloaded here.