"breaking barriers and building bridges activity: academic leadership, inclusivity, and diversity in climate interventions through engaging with U.S. Minority serving institutions and pakistani…

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) awarded a $1,256,924 Cooperative Agreement on September 29, 2023 to the National Rural Support Programme under the USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas (CFDA 98.001) program. The 9-month "Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges Activity" project aims to promote academic leadership, inclusivity, and diversity in climate interventions through collaborative activities between U.S. minority-serving institutions and Pakistani women's universities. Key objectives include facilitating academic exchanges, developing joint research and educational programs, and building capacity to engage underrepresented groups in climate science and policy. This award highlights National Rural Support Programme's expertise in implementing international academic partnerships and climate-focused initiatives in Pakistan.

"breaking barriers and building bridges activity: academic leadership, inclusivity, and diversity in climate interventions through engaging with U.S. Minority serving institutions and pakistani women's universities".