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# What are the selection criteria for the NDEP program?

**NDEP applications are reviewed based on a set of criteria, including:**
* The NGO's mission and alignment with NDEP goals
* The potential impact of the NGO's work
* The NGO's commitment to digital transformation
* The NGO's financial stability and management capacity
* The strength of the NGO's fundraising plan