The GEF/SGP has planned to make 2 rounds of grant making in 2001. In order to attract high quality proposals which fit well GEF/SGP criteria for project selection, the workshops aiming to build capacity of local NGOs and community-based organisations in project design and proposal writing need to be organised. The workshops will assist the proponents who have eligible concept papers to enhance their understanding and knowledge on GEF and GEF/SGP, including GEF focal areas and operational programmes; GEF/SGP procedure and criteria for project selection, and requirements in project development. The proponents will then develop full projects for submission to the GEF/SGP NSC for review. The workshops will also provide the opportunity for sharing experience on project development.