Deadline: 19-Feb-23
The U.S. Embassy Tokyo’s Public Affairs Section announces an open competition for organizations to submit proposals to carry out a program to deepen understanding and cooperation between the United States Forces Japan (USFJ) and Japanese communities that host USFJ and/or Japan Self Defense Force bases or training areas.
Objectives
- It has been over 70 years since the United States and Japan ratified the U.S.-Japan Security Treaty of 1951, establishing USFJ – the command that represents the members of the United States armed forces permanently stationed in Japan with a legal obligation to defend the country from external threats.
- The U.S. Embassy in Tokyo welcomes proposals that consist of the following: projects that deepen and energize the United States-Japan Alliance across traditional and non-traditional security areas; programs that promote understanding of U.S. military bases and their role in Japan; programs that highlight the economic benefits that bases provide to surrounding communities; programs that demonstrate how U.S.-Japan cooperation, including between the
- USFJ and Japanese Self-Defense Forces, is essential to the stability and security of the IndoPacific region; in-person or virtual exchange programs between bases and base-hosting communities; publication of the programs’ impact; programs that utilize social media tools to advance program objectives. Successful proposals will be designed to strengthen relationships between the U.S. military and the communities throughout Japan that host bases and training areas.
Funding Information
- Length of performance period: Up to 24 months
- Number of awards anticipated: 1 award
- Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $70,000
Priority Region: Japanese communities that host USFJ and/or Japan Self Defense Force bases or training areas
Participants and Audiences
- The Embassy will only consider proposals that include participants from the United States and Japan. Potential participants are non-governmental organizations, thinktanks, academic and research institutions, and traditional and social media influencers.
- All programs must engage Japanese audiences. All programs must include a U.S. element and/or connections with Americans that promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Programs may take place in person or virtually). If you apply from outside of Japan, they highly recommend potential applicants to collaborate and coordinate with project partners in Japan to implement programs successfully.
- The applicant should budget for interpretation and translation.
Eligibility Criteria
- The following organizations are eligible to apply:
- Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/nongovernmental organizations
- Public and private educational institutions
- Public international organizations and governmental institutions
- Individuals
For more information, visit U.S. Embassy in Japan.