OpportunityTitle: Exchange Program for Female Scholars (Ulemas)
CategoryExplanation: Public Diplomacy
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Eligibility is open to international and Pakistan-based non-profit organizations. Organizations may sub-award or sub-contract with other entities, but only one non-profit organization can be the prime recipient of the award. Pakistan government entities are not eligible to apply. For-profit entities are not eligible to be the prime recipient of an award under this NOFO. When sub-awarding or sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. The applicants must submit proof of their non-profit status with their proposal submission (e.g. proof of 501(c) (3) status, Pakistan NGO license). Applications that do not include proof of non-profit status will not be considered for an award. Individuals are not eligible for an award under this NOFO. U.S.-based or registered organizations should provide proof of registration to operate in Pakistan or have a documented agreement with a partner organization registered to operate in Pakistan. Please refer to Section D for funding restrictions.
Description: The U.S. Mission Pakistan Consulate General Lahore Public Affairs Section is seeking proposals that will provide a two-week or more exchange visit opportunity to at least five female ulemas from Punjab, Pakistan to visit different faith centers, including mosques, churches, temples, and other places of common worship.. Visiting female ulemas will interact with these diverse faith leaders to observe best practices in promoting inter-faith harmony, peace, and good relationships among religions in U.S. society. The program will demonstrate the role of those religious leaders and centers in influencing community-based peace and tolerance. This project has a funding floor of $40,000 and a funding ceiling of $50,000. Proposals should cover a one-year period of performance and specify in which cities of the United States activities will occur. Please review below the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for the complete list of requirements.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: For inquiries
GrantorContactText: Mission Pakistan Public Affairs Grants Management Team