U.S. Embassy Apia, Samoa -- PDS Annual Program Statement
The U.S. Embassy Apia, Samoa Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Purpose of Grants: PDS Samoa invites Statements of Interest (SOI) for projects that seek to do at least one of the following: · strengthen U.S.-Samoa cooperation and coordination on global issues of shared interest (e.g. combatting climate change, supporting Indo- Pacific security, promoting diversity and inclusion); · promote the mutual benefits of tech and innovation; and · promote stronger connections between the people of the United States, Samoa, and may include the Pacific Island region if inclusive of Samoa. All programs must include an element that will promote increased understanding of the United States including, but not limited to U.S. policy, people, culture and/or perspectives.