U.S. Embassy Yerevan, of the U.S. Department of State, announces the U.S. Alumni Outreach Small Grants Program competition for fiscal year 2022, aiming to maintain contacts with alumni of exchange programs supported by the U.S. Government (USG) and to encourage networking among alumni and their colleagues in fields that promote democratic advancement, civic education, youth empowerment, and economic reform.
Project proposals should aim to address the following program priorities: • Support democratic institutions, promote civic engagement and political dialogue; • Extend development and empowerment opportunities for youth from the regions of Armenia; • Promote social inclusion and strengthen civic participation and rights protection of marginalized communities; • Localize best practices and expertise gained during the exchange program in the United States in support of economic reform, good governance and transparency; • Support initiatives that enhance internet freedom and promote digital security skills