Deadline: 29-Apr-22
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that strengthen respect for freedom of expression in Malaysia.
Where appropriate, competitive proposals may include:
- Opportunities for beneficiaries to apply their new knowledge and skills in practical efforts;
- Solicitation of feedback and suggestions from beneficiaries when developing activities in order to strengthen the sustainability of programs and participant ownership of project outcomes;
- Input from participants on sustainability plans and systematic review of the plans throughout the life of the project, with adjustments made as necessary;
- Inclusion of vulnerable populations;
- Joint identification and definition of key concepts with relevant stakeholders and stakeholder input into project activities;
- Systematic follow up with beneficiaries at specific intervals after the completion of activities to track how beneficiaries are retaining new knowledge as well as applying their new skills.
Funding Information
- Award Ceiling: $740,740
- Award Floor: $740,740
Illustrative Activities
Illustrative activities could include:
- Advocacy for legal and policy reforms that promote and protect freedom of expression, improve the enabling legal and regulatory environment for media, and/or increase public access to information.
- Dialogue and engagement between civil society and decision-makers to renew discussions on and considerations of the draft Malaysian Media Council Act.
- Coalitions among civil society, independent media and journalists, academics, representatives of marginalized populations, and others, to advance shared priorities that strengthen respect for freedom of expression.
- Increased public awareness and understanding of threats to freedom of expression, including through opportunities for community-level advocacy initiatives or discourse among marginalized and underrepresented groups outside of the Klang Valley.
Eligibility Criteria
- DRL welcomes applications from U.S.-based and foreign-based non-profit organizations/nongovernment organizations (NGO) and public international organizations; private, public, or state institutions of higher education; and for-profit organizations or businesses.
- DRL’s preference is to work with non-profit entities; however, there may be some occasions when a for-profit entity is best suited.
- Applications submitted by for-profit entities may be subject to additional review following the panel selection process.
- Additionally, the Department of State prohibits profit to for-profit or commercial organizations under its assistance awards.
- Profit is defined as any amount in excess of allowable direct and indirect costs.
For more information, visit https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=338411