Background The LIFE programme introduced action grants for capacity-building projects for the 2014-2017 funding period. These are projects designed to build Member States' capacity to participate more effectively in the LIFE Programme. Specifically, these projects propose interventions to develop the capacity to submit successful applications for funding for projects under the sub-programmes for Environment and Climate Action. Member States that meet the criteria may each receive funding of up to one million euros for one capacity-building project. Only national level public bodies responsible for implementation of LIFE in an eligible Member State in the European Union may apply for capacity-building projects. Objectives The strategic vision of the Cypriot LIFE National Contact Point (NCP) is to enhance the effectiveness of support services and the assistance provided to potential Cypriot applicants to the LIFE Programme. The aim of the CYCLamEn project is to increase performance levels in terms of both number and quality of proposals, therefore reversing the trend during the past four years when submitted proposals and those finally approved were significantly reduced. The beneficiary foresees the compilation of a strategic objective to strengthen the capacity of its resources, by refining and improving its current skills base, and by developing new competencies and utilising new means and approaches. Expected results: Placement of strategic emphasis and direction on the function of the LIFE NCP; Increase in trained personnel for the LIFE NCP through recruitment; Organisation of training sessions, workshops, seminars and meetings, which will entail modern training methods and tools and lead to the acquisition of skills and dexterities sustainable beyond the project; Enhancement of networking with the LIFE NCPs of other EU Member States, through the realisation of knowledge- and experience-exchange programmes, such as twinning activities and study visits; Elevation of stakeholder engagement, as well as public information and outreach activities; and Helpdesk established for LIFE proposal submission, for advice to on-going projects, and for help in the exploitation of opportunities arising from LIFE project results.