OpportunityTitle: Annual Program Statement
Description: PAS Chennai seeks proposal for multiple project objectives, each proposal should focus primarily on one of the following priority project areas. &#183; Inclusive Economic Growth: Activities that build India&#8217;s entrepreneurship ecosystem through women&#8217;s economic empowerment. Improve the connections between U.S. and Indian businesses, and/or expand economic opportunities for women, youth, and undeserved populations. &#183; Countering Disinformation: Projects that reinforce journalistic standards to counter disinformation; support freedom of information; encourage transparency; promote critical thinking; and instill media ethics through educational methods and materials. Journalists and citizens will be better equipped to evaluate and hold to account all sources of information. &#183; Disaster Management: Activities related to building capacity in community volunteers, leaders, and first responders who can take effective action before, during, and after an emergency. Increase understanding of all-hazards mitigation and management and build civic participation, good governance, and resilient communities. &#183; Active Citizenship: Projects that support human rights, racial/ethnic equality, women&#8217;s empowerment, diversity, and social inclusion in civil society, with special focus on youth and grassroots communities. (Please refer the full announcement available in related documents tab)
GrantorContactEmailDescription: Chennai_PASGrants
GrantorContactText: Grants Application Manager, U.S. Consulate, Chennai