Deadline: 16/06/24
The U.S. Embassy Bratislava of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program bolstering civil society endeavors to enhance tolerance and integration of the most vulnerable minority groups in Slovakia.
Program Objectives
- Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), they are soliciting proposals focused on advancing tolerance and integration of vulnerable minority groups in Slovakia that address one or more of the following priority areas:
- protection of the human rights and wellbeing of LGBTQI+ people and/or raising awareness on LGBTQI+ issues;
- support for Roma inclusion in social, economic, and political life;
- advancing the rights and integration of ethnic and religious minorities; and
- countering extremism, hate, and intolerance against minority groups in Slovakia.
- Proposals in the above areas may include, but are not limited to: capacity-building for civil society organizations; advocacy for vulnerable minority groups; providing and expanding support, services, trainings, and overall empowerment to members of the vulnerable minority groups; creating welcoming and supportive communities; advancing public awareness and tolerance toward members of the vulnerable minority groups; and building greater public and political support for minority rights in Slovakia.
- Applicants are encouraged to give particular consideration to activities with a regional dimension and a multiplier effect. Successful proposals may include strong participation and involvement of minority group members.
Funding Information
- Total available funding: $350,000
- Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $10,000 to a maximum of $90,000
- Length of performance period: Up to 24 months from the project start date
- Number of awards anticipated: Up to 10 awards (dependent on amounts)
- Anticipated program start date: September 1, 2024
Target Audiences
- They seek proposals targeting diverse stakeholder groups in Slovakia. These may include, but are not limited to, members of vulnerable minority groups, the general public, students and educators, representatives of the business sector and employees, state and government officials and policy makers, representatives of law enforcement agencies, and the media.
Eligibility Criteria
- Not-for-profit organizations based in the Slovak Republic, including civil society/nongovernmental organizations, think tanks, and educational institutions, are eligible to apply.
For more information, visit U.S. Embassy in Slovakia.