OpportunityTitle: Annual Program Statement for Democracy Commission Small Grants, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Tashkent
CategoryExplanation: Public Diplomacy
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: The U.S. Embassy Tashkent Public Affairs Section encourages applications from Uzbekistan-based not-for-profit, civil society/non-governmental organizations. Prior experience in completing grant projects is encouraged, but not required. This experience should be documented in the organization&#8217;s proposal. A copy of the organization&#8217;s registration should be provided with the proposal application.
Description: The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section (PAS) in Tashkent is soliciting proposals for grants from Uzbekistan-based not-for-profit, non-governmental organizations that focus on one of the priority areas specified below. Applicants should pay close attention to these priorities, the Public Affairs Section&#8217;s goals, and target audiences when developing their proposals. Due to the volume of applicants and inquiries, PAS does not accept letters of intent, concept papers, or requests for meetings prior to application. Limited phone consultations are possible.PAS Tashkent invites proposals for projects that focus on one of the priority areas specified below. More information about the Public Affairs Section Small Grants program can be found at: https://uz.usembassy.gov/education-culture/small-grants-program/.Grant Priority Areas: Funding is available for projects that address the priority areas below and focus on Public Affairs&#8217; key audiences, including: civil society organizations, entrepreneurs/innovators, US exchange alumni journalists, women, and youth (14-25 years old).Theme: Uzbekistan is going through a period of profound change and civil society organizations will be key to helping the government achieve its reform program. Embassy Tashkent supports effective programs that empower civil society, reform governance, and advance human rights.Grant proposals should address one or more of these Public Affairs priority areas:1. Strengthening Civic Education and Civil Society, 2. Supporting Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment, and 3. Promoting Human Rights and the Rule of Law
GrantorContactEmailDescription: Inquiries
GrantorContactText: tashkentgrant@gmail.com