Presolicitation Conference Presentation: USAID Human Rights for Vulnerable Groups Program

The USAID Human Rights for Vulnerable Groups Program aims to work with the Government of Georgia and non-governmental organizations to improve the lives and protect the human rights of vulnerable groups in Georgia. The program will focus on strengthening public policies and government services, increasing public awareness, and strengthening civil society organizations' capacity to advocate for vulnerable groups. The contractor is expected to provide direct technical assistance to the government and civil society organizations, facilitate the formation of locally-led coalitions, and allocate a minimum of 10% of total program funds to support the rights of the LGBTQI+ community in Georgia.

List of services and products to be provided by the contractor:

1. Direct technical assistance to the government and civil society organizations.
2. Facilitation of the formation of locally-led, long-term civil society organization coalitions.
3. Public-private partnerships for the improvement of social services and protection of human rights of vulnerable groups.
4. Implementation of interventions that are sustainable beyond the life of the program.
5. Building government capacity to address the needs of vulnerable groups.
6. Building public awareness and support for the rights of vulnerable groups.
7. Building capacity of civil society to effectively represent the interests of vulnerable groups.
8. Robust engagement with national and municipal level government institutions.
9. Coordination with other USG and Donor Activities.
10. Adaptive management and decision-making approach.
11. Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning/Collaborating, Learning and Adapting.
12. Grants Under Contracts.
13. Organizational Capabilities and Contact Management.