OpportunityTitle: Promoting New Media and Media Convergence in Russia
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Qualified applicants may be U.S. private voluntary organizations (U.S. PVOs) and/or U.S., Russian or other non-U.S. non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or private, non-profit organizations (or for-profit companies willing to forego profits), including universities, research organizations, professional associations, and relevant special interest associations.  Public International Organizations (PIOs) and faith-based and community organizations are also eligible for award.  In support of the Agency&#146;s interest in fostering a larger assistance base and expanding the number and sustainability of development partners, USAID encourages applications from potential new partners, particularly if they are joined with a more experienced organization.
Description: USAID&#146;s new media program &#147;Promoting New Media and Media Convergence in Russia&#148; will capitalize on new opportunities associated with development and expansion of new Information Communications Technologies (ICT). This program will assist existing independent media outlets in Russia to transition toward incorporation of more interactive platforms, while also facilitating greater participation of citizens in information exchange and commentary in the online world. This program should also serve as an incubator of ideas and methodologies that focus on the ways media professionals , civil society organizations and citizens acquire, create and share information.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: Senior A&amp;A Specialist
GrantorContactText: Alexander Borzov &lt;br/&gt;Grantor &lt;br/&gt;Phone 4957285282
CloseDateExplanation: Applications are due no later than 17:00 Moscow time on April 22, 2011