OpportunityTitle: English for Workforce Development in Pakistan
CategoryExplanation: Public Diplomacy
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: All U.S. and Pakistani registered non-profit, non-governmental organizations with relevant programming experience are eligible to apply. This experience should be documented in the organization&#8217;s proposal. Organizations must provide proof of registration and non-profit status with their proposal application. U.S.-based organizations should submit a copy of their IRS determination letter. Pakistan-based organizations should submit a copy of their certificate of registration from the appropriate government organization.
Description: The Regional English Language Office (RELO) in the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Islamabad of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). RELO Pakistan&#8217;s purpose in funding projects under this opportunity is to improve human capacity by creating a healthier, better educated, and more skillful workforce. This program will increase participants&#8217; English language proficiency and employability skills, enabling them to become productive members of their community and society. The country-wide English Works! Program will offer the opportunity to at least 600 at-risk Pakistani youth ages 17-25 to increase their English language proficiency, critical thinking, employability, and soft skills to become more productive members of their community and society. English Works! will be taught using the existing curriculum and guidance of RELO Pakistan. Implementers and teachers may participate in trainings (in-person or online) designed to introduce them to sample activities and suggested methodology.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: Inquiries
GrantorContactText: Ellen Delage, Program Specialist, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, Office of Press and Public Diplomacy