U.S. Embassy Rangoon Public Affairs Small Grants Competition
The U.S. Embassy Rangoon of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations/ (or individuals) to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out a program (or programs) to strengthen the cultural ties between the U.S. and Myanmar through cultural 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. Please carefully follow all instructions below. The submission of the SOI is the first step in a two-step process. Applicants must first submit a concise (two-page) statement of interest designed to clearly communicate program idea and objectives. This is not a full proposal. The purpose of the SOI process is to allow applicants to submit program ideas for evaluation prior to requiring the development of a full proposal application. Upon a merit review of eligible SOIs, selected applicants will be invited to expand on their program idea(s) by submitting a full proposal application. Full proposals will go through a second merit review before a final funding decision is made. Priority Program Areas: Priority will be given to proposals that address one or more of the following program areas: 1. U.S.-MYANMAR BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP - Programs that seek to promote a greater understanding of U.S. policies, culture, and society to Myanmar audiences; activities that promote shared values and interests between the American and Myanmar people; and projects that build people-to-people ties. 2. SUPPORTING INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE SOCIETY - Programs that seeks to build inclusive society, promote a deepened understanding of diversity and inclusion, and encourage tolerance and peace through socio-economic development, dialogue, skills development, and economic empowerment. 3. EDUCATION & CULTURE - Programs that promote understating of U.S education and culture or that help prepare for study in the United States; the building of linkages between American and Myanmar private academic & cultural institutions; and training opportunities for Myanmar students or faculty and artists. 4. MEDIA LITERACY, INDEPENDENT MEDIA & PRESS FREEDOM - Projects that promotes digital & media literacy, support independent & citizen journalism, and counter disinformation. Please see more detailed information for SOI announcement and mandatory application forms in the related documents tab.
23-MMR-NOFO-01 Department of State US Embassy Rangoon
9/15/23 10/26/22 U.S. Embassy in Rangoon | Notice of Funding Opportunity | AEIF 2024
The U.S. Embassy in Rangoon is seeking proposals from teams of at least two alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to implement public service projects in Myanmar that promote an equitable and inclusive society, respect for ethnic and religious diversity, increase media literacy and counter disinformation, advocate for human rights, improve access to education, encourage civic engagement, and strengthen the relationship between alumni and the U.S. Government. Proposals will be evaluated based on how well they address the funding opportunity themes, their purpose and implementation plan, the degree and role of alumni involvement, support from local partners, and their evaluation, impact, communication, and outreach strategies, with an application deadline of February 12, 2024.
Awards may range from $5,000 to $35,000 and will be issued as grants, fixed amount awards, or cooperative agreements for projects taking place between September 2024 and September 2025. Funded projects must be conducted in Myanmar or intra-regionally and directly engage U.S. Embassy Rangoon alumni.
2024-MMR-NOFO-02 Department of State US Embassy Rangoon
2/12/24 11/30/23 U.S. Embassy Rangoon Public Affairs Small Grants Competition
This federal grant opportunity is a public affairs small grants competition offered through the U.S. Embassy in Rangoon, Myanmar seeking statements of interest from non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals to carry out cultural programming that strengthens ties between the U.S. and Myanmar. Eligible projects must promote bilateral cooperation through highlighting shared values and include an American element, with priority given to proposals in areas such as the bilateral relationship, inclusive society, education and culture, and media literacy. Successful applicants will be selected through a merit review of statements of interest and invited to submit full proposals, which will also undergo merit review.
Awards between $5,000 and $99,999 will be made to multiple recipients to support projects that are completed within 12 months, administered under the Public Diplomacy Programs federal grant program of the Department of State Bureau of Public Affairs. The total available award amount is $270,000. All projects must be carried out in alignment with the objectives of this program and are expected to take place in Rangoon, Myanmar to strengthen cultural ties through programming at the U.S. Embassy.
24-MMR-NOFO-01 Department of State US Embassy Rangoon
9/15/24 10/9/23 U.S. Embassy Rangoon PAS Annual Program Statement
The U.S. Embassy Rangoon 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 (APS), outlining our funding priorities, our strategic themes of focus, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022, which runs from October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022. 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 Rangoon invites proposals from individuals, civil society organizations, think tanks, cultural and arts organizations, and non-regime affiliated academic institutions for programs that strengthen the cultural ties between the U.S. and Myanmar through cultural 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. Examples of the kinds of activities that can be funded under the PAS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to: Academic and professional development programs, which may include lectures, seminars, trainings, and workshops; Bilateral collaborative projects featuring participation of both local and American scholars, artists, and/or other civil society groups; Workshops, training, and competitions to strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Myanmar; Training activities and programs that support science and technology education or STEAM skills; or Projects that develop the knowledge, skills, values, and motivation of participants to improve the quality of life in their communities. Priority Program Areas: Priority will be given to proposals that address one or more of the following program areas: 1. U.S.-MYANMAR BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP -- Programs that seek to promote a greater understanding of U.S. policies, culture, and society to Myanmar audiences; activities that promote shared values and interests between the American and Myanmar people; and projects that build people-to-people ties. 2. INCLUSIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH -- Programs related to economic growth and prosperity, inclusive socio-economic development, skills development, entrepreneurship, career planning, technology/innovation, economic empowerment of women and youth, and underserved populations in Myanmar. 3. SOCIAL ISSUES -- Programs that support an engaged civil society, promote a deepened understanding of diversity and inclusion, and encourage tolerance and peace through dialogue. 4. EDUCATION -- Programs that promote and prepare for study in the United States, the building of linkages between American and Myanmar private academic institutions, and training opportunities for Myanmar students or faculty. 5. MENTAL HEALTH - Programs that address issues of mental health and promote enhanced wellness and resilience for vulnerable communities and the general public.
22-MMR-NOFO-01 Department of State US Embassy Rangoon
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