Deadline: 5-Aug-22
The U.S. Embassy in Morocco announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to compete for a Cooperative Agreement (CA) award for a new youth cyber security program.
The Public Affairs Office invites proposals from established Moroccan associations, committed, and organized civil-society organizations and academic institutions, to design and implement a cyber security awareness program for 60 to 80 Moroccan youth between the ages of 18 and 24 years old. U.S. and third-country organizations or nationals are not eligible for grants under this program unless in partnership with a Moroccan NGO.
Objectives
- Each proposal should meet the following objectives:
- Strengthen young Moroccans’ knowledge of cyber security by exposure to U.S. experts and experience.
- Equip participants with the right tools to protect them from dangerous cyberattacks against networks, data systems and personal information.
- Help participants identify and combat mis- and disinformation, particularly from malign international actors.
- Learn to harness new technologies to confront tomorrow’s security challenges.
- Increase interest in cybersecurity careers.
Funding Information
- Length of performance period: 6 to 9 months
- Number of awards anticipated: 1 award
- Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $40,000 to a maximum of $50,000
- Projects for lesser or greater values will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Funding may be renewed for up to an additional two years on a non-competitive basis pending successful performance and availability of funds.
- Total available funding: $50,000
- Type of Funding: FY22 Smith-Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds
- Anticipated program start date: January 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- The Public Affairs Office invites proposals from established Moroccan associations, committed, and organized civil-society organizations and academic institutions. U.S. and third-country organizations or nationals are not eligible for grants under this program unless in partnership with a Moroccan NGO.
For more information, visit https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=341744
