Grants for Private institutions of higher education - International Development

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project to strengthen independent media entities and their members as well as local organizations that will support independent media in Central America. This project will assist in conducting better investigations and provide fact-based reporting on crime and corruption through an evolving media landscape to inform populations and hold power-holders accountable, improving transparency and accountability in Central America.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based non-profit organizations and educational institutions to support professional development and engagement opportunities for U.S. citizen alumni of government-sponsored exchange programs.

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project to strengthen independent media entities and their members as well as local organizations that will support independent media in Central America. This project will assist in conducting better investigations and provide fact-based reporting on crime and corruption through an evolving media landscape to inform populations and hold power-holders accountable, improving transparency and accountability in Central America.

Funding Opportunity Title: Young Womens Leadership Program Funding Opportunity Number: PD-SEOUL-FY24-02 Deadline for Applications: Monday, July 15, 11:59 p.m. GMT+9 CFDA Number: 19.441 ECA - American Spaces Total Amount Available: $50,000 This notice is subject to availability of funding. A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Seoul Public Diplomacy Section (PD) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available for a womens leadership program focused on supporting young women across the Republic of Korea (ROK). The ROK is now one of the worlds most influential countries following decades of impressive economic growth, technological innovation, cultural exports, and public sector initiatives. As like-minded democracies, both the ROK and the U.S. have a strong responsibility to make sure economic and social opportunities are open to all citizens, especially women. To support womens economic opportunity, the U.S. Embassy in Seouls Public Diplomacy Section will create a leadership and mentorship cohort of at least twenty South Korean women between the ages of 25-39 who represent diverse sectors of the economy and have shown the potential to grow as leaders in their respective fields. Through this program, participants will learn from American and Korean experts, and broaden their professional network. The U.S. Embassy seeks proposals from ROK-based organizations to run this program which includes recruiting members, planning and implementing events, and expanding its existing network that connects Korean and American women leaders. Strong preference will be given to proposals that include participants from outside of the Seoul metropolitan region and utilize our American Corner network (located in Busan, Gangneung, Gwangju, Jeju and Pyeongtaek) in addition to the American Diplomacy House in Seoul. Outputs/Outcomes This program should focus on developing leadership skills, expanding participants global mindset, and connecting emerging leaders with one another. Details/Logistics U.S. Embassy Seoul and the grantee will be jointly responsible for selecting participants. The U.S. government retains final approval authority for all participants, who will apply via a standardized application form. Participants should be between the ages of 25-39, in their early to mid-careers, and demonstrate their potential to grow as leaders in their professions. Grantee Expectations The following components should be included in the program: Minimum of 6 coaching and/or discussion sessions (either in-person or virtual) Minimum of 2 interactive workshops on leadership Minimum of 2 networking opportunities Coaching Sessions The grantee will be responsible for organizing and implementing a series of in-person, virtual, and/or hybrid engagements with U.S. and/or Korean experts who can empower and provide coaching sessions to this group of selected participants. Engagements should provide opportunities for participants to share their challenges, develop their leadership skills through professional coaching, and provide guidance on their career paths. In-Person Leadership Workshop The leadership program will also host at least 2 in-person workshops at the American Diplomacy House Seoul (or another location of choice), featuring guest experts, opportunities for candid conversations about workplace challenges, and advice for advancing ones career. As part of the workshop, Embassy Seoul will arrange engagements with a guest speaker. Networking Opportunities The grantee will be responsible for organizing a networking event where the cohort can engage one another in person and meet other leaders across various fields. One networking session should include the Young Womens Leadership Program alumni from year 1. If youd like to use the ones the Embassy provides, please find them here: https://kr.usembassy.gov/grants/ (download here: Proposal Template / Budget Template) For more information, please refer to the NOFO document, and email us at SeoulPDGrants@state.gov for any questions.

The U.S. Mission to Yemen Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below. Awards will be made to successful applicants subject to the availability of appropriated funds. Purpose of Small Grants: PAS in Yemen invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between United States and Yemen through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.

This grant provides funding to U.S. research institutions to train early career researchers through immersive experiences in low- and middle-income countries, fostering international collaboration to tackle global health challenges.

This funding opportunity is designed to support a U.S. institution in providing training for Uzbek private sector professionals to enhance their understanding of U.S. soy production and promote its use in Uzbekistan's growing agricultural sectors.

To implement a project aimed at advancing U.S. foreign policy and national security priorities by supporting initiatives that ensure partner states strategic trade control systems meet international standards and by engaging on bilateral, regional and multilateral levels with foreign governments to aid in the establishment of independent capabilities to regulate transfers of weapons of mass destruction, WMD-related items, conventional arms, and related dual-use items, and to detect, interdict, investigate, and prosecute illicit transfers of such items.

The Department of States Office of the Nonproliferation and Disarmament Fund (ISN/NDF) is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). ISN/NDF invites non-profit/non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and educational institutions to submit proposals for projects that will advance the NDFs nonproliferation mission by mapping proliferation and sanctions evasion networks and related illicit actors as well as their business, financial, and logistics networks based in or operating from South or East Africa that are or may be facilitating Russias aggression in Ukraine or the Peoples Republic of Chinas (PRC) Military-Civilian Fusion (MCF) industrial base. This analysis will assist partner countries, bilaterally or regionally, advance their counter-proliferation and counter-sanctions evasion activities by helping partners identify and disrupt these networks. Proposals may not exceed the total availability of funds under this NOFO. ISN/NDF prefers proposals that address multiple objectives of at least one line of effort, which are further described in section II.

The Global Engagement Center (GEC) at the Department of State, announces "Enabling Advanced IUU Fishing Exposure." This project will enable advanced exposure work on IUU fishing by civil society, academics, and journalists, to counter PRC unsustainable fishing practices and the PRC disinformation/information manipulation that makes these practices possible, hard to spot, and hard to counter.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to strengthen law enforcement and judicial capacities in Bosnia and Herzegovina to combat organized crime and corruption.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Namibia, targeting organizations and individuals engaged in community, education, and cultural initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to create a three-day immersive American cultural experience in Abu Dhabi, showcasing American culture, innovation, and entrepreneurship while strengthening U.S.-UAE relations.

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations in North Macedonia to support alumni of U.S. exchange programs in implementing community-focused projects that address local and global challenges while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States.

This grant provides funding to Kuwait-based nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals for projects that strengthen U.S.-Kuwait relations and advance U.S. foreign policy priorities in areas such as security, economic prosperity, and cultural engagement.

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of public diplomacy projects in Malaysia that promote American values, technology, education, and cultural engagement, targeting nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to strengthen global efforts against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and missile technologies from Iran and North Korea.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a wide range of organizations working to combat the financing of terrorism through illicit mining activities in the Western Hemisphere.

This funding opportunity is designed to support nonprofit and educational organizations in developing a centralized platform to analyze and counteract cartel recruitment trends in Mexico, enhancing regional security and public safety.

This grant provides funding for projects that strengthen U.S.-Kyrgyz ties through initiatives in economic growth, governance, education, and environmental protection, particularly in rural or underserved communities.