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USAID/Kosovo announces Employment and Economic Empowerment of People with Disabilities Program

Shelter & Safety Program Area 2021 Grant – US

Deadline: 9 March 2020

USAID/Kosovo seeks concept papers from eligible prospective Kosovo or U.S. organizations and from its implementing partners of ongoing projects to propose innovative and effective approaches that that will promote the economic empowerment of persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through equal access to employment that is freely chosen in a labor market and work environment that is open, inclusive, and accessible to persons with disabilities and strengthen the capacity of local Disabled Persons Organizations – DPOs.

Theme

Employment and Economic Empowerment: Countries that can mobilize the economic contributions of all members of society – including persons with disabilities – are more likely to be successful in their Journey to Self-Reliance. However, in many countries persons with disabilities remain an untapped resource, as they continue to face societal barriers that inhibit their ability to participate fully as drivers of economic growth and innovation

Illustrative activities are included below, however other innovative ideas are welcome:

Funding Information

Eligibility Criteria

For more information, visit https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=324164

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