Deadline: 25 August 2018
The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia has announced an open competition for Alumni Small Grant Projects through the Public Diplomacy Grants program.
The purpose of funding for these projects is to provide Ethiopian alumni of U.S. government exchange programs an opportunity to carry out and implement a project that furthers the U.S. Embassy’s goals in Ethiopia of:
- Strengthening Democratic Institutions and Expanding Human Rights: Improve internal stability and strengthen the rule of law through active engagement with stakeholders; improve learning outcomes by increasing achievement in education; and improve workforce skills development.
- Spurring Broad-based Economic Growth and Promoting Development: Strengthen the role of women and youth in economic activity; improve the trade and investment climate; increase the development and growth of the domestic private sector; and increase livelihood transition opportunities.
Project Objectives
Alumni may submit one proposal under this funding opportunity, and at least two alumni must be involved. Projects should focus on one of these key areas:
- Youth
- Education
- Women’s empowerment
- Disability
- Entrepreneurship
- Engagement of underserved communities
Funding Information
- Award Amounts: Maximum of $3,000 dollars
- Duration of Award: Up to eight months (October to June)
Eligibility Criteria
- All Ethiopian U.S. government exchange program alumni are invited to submit proposals to implement a project in Ethiopia. Examples of exchange programs include but are not limited to: the Access Microscholarship Program, the International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) and IVLP on Demand, YALI Regional Leadership Center (RLC) Nairobi, the Mandela Washington Fellowship, Girls Can Code, International Writers Program and the Fulbright program (Visiting Scholars, African Research Scholars, and Humphrey Fellow).
- Alumni are allowed to submit only one proposal and the name of the exchange program and date must be clearly indicated. Proposals should involve at least two or more alumni.
How to Apply
Proposals must be submitted at the address given on the website.
For more information, please visit U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia.