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International: Annual Program Statement for Public Diplomacy Cultural and Educational Programs (“Public Diplomacy Grants Program”)

  • NOTE: This is a limited submission and UF can only submit one application.
  • Sponsor: Department of State of the Embassy of the United States in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic
  • Funding Opportunity Title: Annual Program Statement for Public Diplomacy Cultural and Educational Programs (“Public Diplomacy Grants Program”)
  • Key words: Kyrgyz Republic, independent media, media literacy
  • Agency Deadline: 08/17/2024
  • Funding available: Awards may range from a minimum of $5,000 to a maximum of $80,000
  • Period of performance: 6-12 months
  • Program background: The PDS invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and the Kyrgyz Republic and support a priority program area (see below) in order to highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All proposed programs must include an American element, either through a connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s, usage of American educational/informational resources, or any other activities that promote or contribute to increased mutual understanding between the people of the United States and people of the Kyrgyz Republic. Competitive proposals will promote continued/sustainable cooperation between the people of the United States and the Kyrgyz Republic even after the project concludes.
  • Program Objectives: Accountable Governance and Stability:
    • Strengthen civil society and independent media organizations’ ability to collaborate on key issues through new connections and relationships.
    • Educating citizens on rights and protections and media literacy, contributing to increased community engagement, a culture of respect for rule of law, and reduced corruption.
    • Making collaboration between government bodies, civil society, and the private sector more effective, resulting in improved policy formation that is more responsive to citizen needs, more transparent implementation policies, and better‐quality service delivery in equitable, transparent, and accountable way.

Posted: March 8, 2024
Category: Research Funding Opportunities
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