The purpose of this grant is for the united states telecommunications training institute (ustti to develop and execute a mentoring and training program to enhance the skills and knowledge of the…

Ended Project Grant Awarded Last action

Award ID
USTTI36
Recipient
Awarding agency
Obligated
$578,000

Award facts

Assistance listing
11.553 Special Projects
Completion date
Originally
Funding agency
National Telecommunications and Information Administration Department of Commerce
Place of performance
Washington, DC 20036, USA

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Description

The purpose of this grant is for the united states telecommunications training institute (ustti to develop and execute a mentoring and training program to enhance the skills and knowledge of the next generation of telecom and information communication technology (ICT) leaders in africa. The activities ustti will perform include 1) preparing the training curriculum and securing the dates and locations for the program; 2) announcing the program, seeking participant nominations, and selecting the final participants; 3) managing logistics for the finalists, including their visa and travel requirements; and 4) assembling mentors and experts from government, industry, civil society, and academia to assist with the program. The expected outcome is the creation of a group of program alumni that will help africa's digital transformation and become digital economy leaders in their respective countries; these intended beneficiaries are individuals from africa, aged 19 - 29, currently engaged in digital policy issues. Additionally, this program is a deliverable stemming from the december 2022 U.S.-africa leaders summit. Ustti does not intend to sub-award funds.

Transactions

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Amendment $0
Amendment $289,000
Original award $289,000

Quick answers

Who received award USTTI36?

USTTI36 was awarded to U.s. Telecommunications Training Institute, Inc. by National Institute of Standards and Technology (Department of Commerce) on October 1, 2023.

How much is award USTTI36 worth?

$578,000 has been obligated on USTTI36.

Which agency awarded USTTI36?

National Institute of Standards and Technology (Department of Commerce) awarded USTTI36, with funding from National Telecommunications and Information Administration (Department of Commerce).

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