Deadline: 4-Jul-25
The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire has announced an open competition for higher education institutions to submit applications that will create sustainable linkages between American and Ivoirian universities.
These programs will support academic collaboration, research partnerships, and/or student exchanges, between universities in both countries.
The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Abidjan aims to increase partnership and collaboration between American and Ivoirian universities. These partnerships can take different forms but will facilitate academic exchanges, collaborative research, and professional development opportunities, ultimately supporting the exchange of ideas and expertise and contributing to the capacity of higher education institutions (HEIs) in Côte d’Ivoire.
Goals
- Projects may include, but not be limited to, the following goals:
- Foster partnerships between U.S. and Ivoirian universities to promote academic exchange and collaborative research.
- Strengthen the institutional capacity of universities through joint programs, faculty exchanges, and shared resources.
- Develop and implement new curricula that address global challenges and incorporate diverse perspectives.
- Promote joint research initiatives that address pressing global issues and encourages innovation.
- Provide professional development opportunities for faculty and staff to improve teaching and administrative practices.
- Support the development of policies that facilitate international collaboration and academic freedom.
- Enhance the use of technology in education through collaborative projects and shared digital resources.
- Promote sustainable practices and environmental stewardship through joint university initiatives.
Funding Information
- Total available funding: Up to $75k per award pending availability of funds
- Award amounts: Up to $75,000 per award pending availability of funds
- Length of performance period: 12 months
Eligibility Criteria
- The following organizations are eligible to apply:
- Accredited higher education institutions in Côte d’Ivoire and the United States
- Applicants should have already identified a partner institute
- All organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) issued via SAM.gov as well as a valid registration in SAM.gov.
Application Requirements
- Please ensure:
- The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity
- All documents are in English
- All budgets are in U.S. dollars
- All pages are numbered
- All documents are formatted to fit 8 ½ x 11 paper, and
- All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12-point Calibri font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins.
For more information, visit Grants.gov.