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The U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to convene Tanzanian youth for a series of public forums focusing on questions of democracy and governance. The end goal of the program is to produce and disseminate a comprehensive report documenting youth views on the kind of system of governance that they feel is best suited to achieving their aspirations. Priority Regions: Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Lake Region, Kilimanjaro Region, Southern Highlands Region, Southern Region Program Objectives: In recent years some politicians have attempted to redefine the definition of democracy to legitimize autocratic rule and undermine the importance of values such as universal human rights, the rule of law, free markets, and limited state intervention in the political and social lives of citizens. This project will push back against these efforts by convening young Tanzanians from around the country at a series of youth dialogues where they will debate and define the kind of democracy they want for their country. The findings of these dialogues will be consolidated into a report and shared widely through a national launch, a social media campaign, targeted media engagements, and key-leader meetings. The project will include the following outputs: · Six Youth Democracy Dialogues organized in different parts of the country · Report issued with conclusions from the dialogues · Social media campaign launched to amplify findings from the dialogue · Media engagements conducted to amplify findings from the dialogues · Summit with key leaders and policymakers held to share findings from the dialogues Successful proposals will provide detailed explanations of the following: · The criteria for selecting participants in the youth dialogues · The methodology for soliciting, collecting, and analyzing the views of the participants · The methodology for designing the summary report cataloguing the findings from the dialogues · The media strategy for amplifying the findings of the report in the public sphere The monitoring and evaluation strategy for the project

The U.S. Embassy New Zealand Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to develop and implement a three-day Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Regional Workshop sometime between October 2022-July 2023 designed to foster the implementation of diversity and inclusion practices with Pacific communities and organizations, pending the availability of funding. The workshop should preferably take part in Samoa, but may be hosted in other Pacific locations pending logistics and costs. The proposed workshop will focus on building local capacity within Pacific nations to help participants advocate for and foster the implementation of organizational practices related to diversity and inclusion (D&I). Workshop sessions should be designed to introduce and operationalize best practices in this space that emphasize the power of D&I practices to instil greater acceptance and tolerance among communities, mitigate unconscious bias, stigma and discrimination in order to eventually stimulate steady growth, increase participation and productivity, and develop robust leadership and economic opportunities for all. The program will complement good governance initiatives and programs that emphasize respect for individual rights already underway within the Pacific region. Achieving community acceptance and tolerance for differences in gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, age, origin, and appearance remains a challenge in the Pacific region. The value of diversity is often overlooked, and discrimination can occur in hiring and other selection processes. Despite the formulation of D&I frameworks within certain corporations, the actual implementation has yet to work its way through the organizational layers and down to the functional level. This workshop will bring together practitioners from all levels of society and administration including NGOs, civil society, governments and experts to discuss challenges, develop action plans, and leverage opportunities for regional collaborations to foster the implementation of D&I practices. The workshop will be held in Samoa, which is home to diverse cultures and international industries. Priority Region: Australia, the Cook Islands, Fiji, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Islands of French Polynesia, Kiribati, the Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna, and U.S. partners from the American-affiliated Pacific including American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and Hawaii.

The U.S. Mission New Zealand Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement a Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Alumni Commemoration to mark the 10-year anniversary of the YPL program, pending the availability of funding. The engagement will primarily convene YPL program alumni who have participated in previous YPL conferences, small grants, exchange programs, and workshops. A secondary audience for the engagement is the YPL network of emerging leaders ages 20-35 from across the Pacific region (see below for a list of participating countries). The alumni engagement should be planned to occur sometime between January-December 2023. Program Objectives: Young Pacific Leaders is the U.S. government’s signature initiative to engage with emerging leaders in the Pacific region. The program aims to create a network of young Pacific leaders who work across national borders and the four pillars of YPL – education, environment and resource management, civic engagement, and economic and social development – to solve common problems. Through a variety of programs and engagements, YPL seeks to build the leadership capabilities of youth in the region, strengthen ties between the United States and Pacific, and nurture a community of leaders who work across borders to solve shared issues. YPL is open to young leaders ages 20-35 who are both citizens and residents of the following countries: Australia, the Cook Islands, Fiji, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Islands of French Polynesia, Kiribati, the Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna, and U.S. partners from the American-affiliated Pacific including American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and Hawaii. YPL programs have included conferences, regional workshops, exchange programs, small grants, and community service projects. There are just over 300 YPL alumni from these programs. The YPL alumni engagement will connect alumni across the region to commemorate and celebrate 10 years of the YPL initiative. It may also engage the YPL network of emerging leaders from throughout the Pacific region. The YPL alumni engagement will focus on: · Connecting and engaging YPL alumni from across the Pacific region to commemorate and celebrate 10 years of YPL and engagement with the United States · Raising awareness of the YPL program to the YPL network of emerging leaders from throughout the Pacific region · Survey YPL alumni and network to evaluate the pillars of YPL to drive future YPL programs and strategic focus

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. MISSION IN MOROCCO PUBLIC DIPLOMACY GRANT PROGRAM Notice of Funding Opportunity for Fiscal Year 2023 Funding Opportunity Title: Women in STEM Mentorship Program Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY23-05 Deadline for Applications: April 24, 2023 Assistance Listing Number: 19.040 Email: Rabatgrants@state.gov A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Morocco is pleased to announce an open grant competition to award a cooperative agreement to organize a Women in STEM Mentorship Program. The Embassy’s Public Affairs Office invites proposals from established Moroccan associations, committed, and organized civil-society organizations to implement a Women in STEM mentorship program, an initiative designed to address the underrepresentation of women in the STEM fields. The program will foster a community of women in STEM and will provide a platform for young women to connect with each other, share their experiences and support one another. Please follow all instructions below. Priority Region: Morocco Program Objectives The program’s goals and objectives are to: 1. Increase the representation of women in STEM fields: The program aims to increase the number of women pursuing careers in STEM by providing mentorship support and resources to young women interested in these fields. 2. Promote gender equality in STEM: The program aims to address the barriers and biases that prevent women from participating in STEM fields and to create a more inclusive and equitable environment for women in STEM. 3. Enhance the employability of young women in STEM: The program aims to provide young women in STEM with the skills and experiences needed to succeed in the workforce and to increase their chances of getting hired in STEM fields. 4. Promote STEM education and awareness: The program aims to promote STEM education and awareness among young women and to encourage more girls to pursue studies in STEM fields. The applicant must meet the specific criteria below: - Project design and preparation: The Recipient will define, in consultation with the U.S. Embassy, the project scope, main outcomes and outputs including participants, projects, and participants’ profiles. The recipient will also handle all project logistics including venues, training dates, facilitators, trainers, and volunteers. - Call for applications: The Recipient will advertise the application to become a mentor and mentee using social media and direct engagement and outreach through their own youth networks. The Recipient will also develop and implement a competitive established recruitment process to select 200 female university students, create mentor-mentee teams, and make sure each team of mentor’s recruits and works with 15 mentees to develop pertinent technology projects. - Design of training: The Recipient will provide continuous training and support to the teams and complement the trainings with team building and leadership activities. - Program delivery: The Recipient will organize a three-day training of trainers for a selected number of mentors. Four months later, the recipient will organize regional and national events where teams will benefit from additional training and will pitch their projects. - Program locations and logistical support: The Recipient will select target (under-represented, under-served and at-risk) cities/regions/populations for recruitment and delivery of the training in coordination with the Public Affairs Section. The Recipient will be responsible for all logistics for the trainings including securing training facilities, hotel accommodation for staff and trainers, and arranging for the procurement of meals and supplies. - Monitoring and evaluation: The Recipient will develop a monitoring and evaluation plan. This M&E plan will consist of pre-training and post-training surveys to measure the impact of the program on the beneficiaries in consultation with PAS. The recipient will be responsible for sending an update about the participants’ projects six months after the national competition. - Sustainability: The Recipient will develop a sustainability plan to maintain close contact with participants and provide mentorship to the beneficiaries and include them in future events. Applicants are encouraged to submit proposals that use a mix of interactive activities and learning experiences to help participants develop their skills. All proposals should contain a proposed syllabus covering the title and content of sessions and how each relates to the overall program objectives. Proposals should also include a detailed explanation of how applicants will be recruited and a description of how program activities will bring about the intended results. All program activities should have a strong American focus. Curriculum modules should include U.S. models, examples, and precepts. GUIDELINES: B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION Length of performance period: 10 to 12 months Number of awards anticipated: 1 award Award amounts: The award may range from a minimum of $60,000 to a maximum of $70,000 Type of Funding: FY23 Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds Anticipated program start date: October 2023 This notice is subject to availability of funding. Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative agreement. The Public Affairs Office will be actively involved in the award implementation. U.S. Embassy staff will: a. Provide standardized logos/branding guidelines for promotional materials b. Approve marketing materials and participating in promotional activities of the program and utilizing the U.S. Mission’s social media platforms and media contacts. c. Approve the selection of the venue. d. Approve participant and trainer recruitment and selection plans. e. Assist in identifying and contacting alumni of U.S. government exchange program, representatives of U.S. companies, and U.S. Mission personnel as potential speakers or trainers. f. Review and approve proposed program speaker and trainer rosters and activity/workshop/site visit topics and formats. Program Performance Period: Proposed programs should be completed in twelve months or less. The Department of State will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State. C. ELIGILIBITY INFORMATION 1. Eligible Applicants The following organizations are eligible to apply: - Only Moroccan associations and committed and organized civil-society organizations with full SAM registration and experience executing youth STEM programs will be eligible to receive funding. - U.S. organizations and NGOs are not eligible. 1. Cost Sharing or Matching There is no minimum or maximum percentage required for this competition. 2. Other Eligibility Requirements To be eligible to receive an award, all organizations must have a unique entity identifier as well as a valid registration on www.SAM.gov. Please see Section D.3 for information on how to obtain these registrations. D. APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION • Applications are due by April 24, 2023. • The proposal should be $60,000-$70,000. • Acquisition of a UEI number and a SAM.gov registration is required. • The project should not have an intended start date before October 2023. • All proposals must adhere to the policy explained in the Women in STEM Mentorship Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) including the “eligibility requirements.” Please review these requirements carefully. Upload, complete, and return these required forms: •SF424 (Application for Federal Assistance) •SF424A (Budget Information) •SF424B (Assurances) •Project Narrative Form (in English) •Applicant Organizational Information Form •Detailed proposed program •Budget Proposal (in USD) (please use $1 = 10 MAD as exchange rate) •CVs for Director and key project personnel •Final registration papers for the organization (وصل نهائي) Submit all forms in electronic format to Rabatgrants@state.gov no later than April 24, 2022, at midnight. All questions about this NOFO should be addressed to: Rabatgrants@state.gov

The Vanpool Voucher Incentive Program (VVIP) provides subsidies to Valley residents to participate in vanpools in lieu of using single occupant vehicle commutes. The purpose of the VVIP is to encourage commuter rideshare practices among frequent long distance (greater than 20 miles) riders in the San Joaquin Valley. For more information about the program, please review the program guidelines and application.

The objective of this grant program is to assist viable Independent Producers, Agricultural Producer Groups, Farmer and Rancher Cooperatives, and Majority-Controlled Producer-Based Businesses in starting or expanding value-added activities related to the processing and/or marketing of Value-Added Agricultural Products. Grants will be awarded competitively for either planning or working capital projects directly related to the processing and/or marketing of value-added products. Generating new products, creating and expanding marketing opportunities, and increasing producer income are the end goals of the program. All proposals must demonstrate economic viability and sustainability to compete for funding.

U.S. Mission Turkey Grants Program Key Strategic Policy Themes for Mission Turkey’s Grants Program ANK-NOFO-FY-22-03 U.S. Mission Turkey announces its country-wide grants program. Funding is available to support projects that address one or more of the following key bilateral themes below. The audiences for these programs are Turkish nationals. Support Shared Security Projects for consideration in this category should support and advance cooperation between the United States and Turkey in efforts to promote cooperation in NATO and other multilateral security organizations, cybersecurity, and the role of women in peace and security, counter terrorism, address transnational crime, and increase cooperation in the eastern Mediterranean. Strengthen Economic Prosperity, Promote Innovation, Foster Entrepreneurship, and Improve the Digital Economy Proposals in this category may include, but are not limited to, entrepreneurship training; small-and-medium enterprise (SME) planning; teaching marketing and outreach techniques; fostering research and development/innovation; and advancing awareness of and adherence to labor rights and laws. Proposals are welcome that strengthen the open and dynamic digital economy and that highlight sectors with growth potential such as local tourism/hospitality, value-added agrobusiness, innovative agricultural technology/practices, and inclusive financial services. These projects could include the utilization of cloud-based technology to meet local needs, training on the importance of the free flow of data, and improving the data literacy of citizens to take advantage of publicly-available information. Proposals are welcome to increase cooperation between U.S. and Turkish scientists and industry, particularly in the fields of agricultural technology innovation, green technology applications, combatting climate change, developing the blue economy, and efforts to address Covid-19. Proposals that partner with U.S. private sector firms to strengthen business-to-business relationships and those that harness the Turkish-American diaspora’s knowledge, experience, and investment resources to spur growth in economically disadvantaged regions across Turkey are welcome. Reinforce Democratic Values Proposals in this area should reinforce respect for international human rights norms within Turkey, counter gender-based violence, support LGBTQI rights, promote the rule of law and freedom of expression, and/or strengthen the capacity of Turkish media and civil society in order to advocate for human rights and freedoms. Programs here may also aim to assist Turkish media as well as media consumers in identifying and responding to misinformation and disinformation. Foster Turkish and U.S. Ties Proposals for this category should include programs to develop English language teaching/learning that also promote diversity, inclusion, and/or the representation of specific marginalized communities. Proposals are also welcome that promote STEAM education, develop networks between U.S. and Turkish STEAM educators and organizations, and encourage study in the United States. Activities would seek to build personal, educational, and commercial ties between the Turkish and American people and promote a positive understanding of the value of the relationship between the two countries. Proposals aiming to protect and/or restore important cultural and historical sites are also welcome.

U.S. Mission Türkiye of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. U.S. Mission Türkiye invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Türkiye through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All proposals must include a U.S. cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Priority Program Areas: - Support Shared Security - Strengthen Economic Prosperity and Promote Innovation - Reinforce Democratic Values - Advance Turkish and U.S. Cultural Ties - Foster Turkish and U.S. Ties Through Education Please visit our website to download the full Annual Program Statement, Notice of Funding Opportunity outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding.

The U.S. Mission New Zealand 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 New Zealand invites Statements of Interest (SOI) for projects that seek to do at least one of the following: · strengthen U.S.-New Zealand 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; · promote stronger connections between the people of the United States, New Zealand, the Cooks Islands, Niue, and the Pacific Island region; · and deepen U.S. relationships with Indigenous and Pacific communities, in Aotearoa New Zealand, Niue and the Cook Islands, based on our shared values and heritage. 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. Examples of PDS Grants Program projects include, but are not limited to: · Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs; · Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances and exhibitions; or · Professional and academic exchanges and projects.

Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Mission in Morocco - APS Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY23-01 CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Deadline for Applications: March 15, 2023 Email: Rabatgrants@state.gov We are pleased to announce that U.S. Mission Morocco is considering proposals for the Public Diplomacy Grants Program for projects ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 USD. New this year, Public Affairs will solicit a Concept Paper and a budget summary, only, for the first-phase submission. If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to participate in the second phase of the APS and submit a full proposal. This announcement outlines funding priorities, key strategic themes, and the new procedure for submitting a proposal for the Mission’s Annual Program Statement (APS). Please read this document carefully and follow all instructions. Projects for lesser or greater values will be considered on a case-by-case basis. This notice is subject to the availability of funding. OBJECTIVES AND PROJECT OUTCOMES The objectives of the Public Diplomacy Grant Program are to promote positive relations between Morocco and the United States; to reinforce shared values; and to connect Morocco’s emerging leaders to the American people. We fund projects that: • Help Moroccan youth build and develop skills to improve their potential through innovative science (especially environmental and health awareness), technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programs, as well as through entrepreneurship programs and vocational training. • Focus on educating youth and publics about current environmental issues, including crafting creative solutions to environmental challenges, green energy initiatives and energy conservation, climate change adaptation strategies, as well as action plans to deal with water scarcity exacerbated by climate change and urbanization. • Encourage Moroccan youth to participate in civic life through social entrepreneurship, volunteerism, and community engagement. • Strengthen understanding of U.S. values and institutions; highlight US culture, including American Studies, English language teaching/learning, and study in the United States; as well as support diversity through the acceptance of minority groups, including individuals with special needs or handicapping conditions, and other areas of mutual interest. U.S. CONTENT To be eligible for funding consideration, your Concept Paper must have U.S. content which can include: the participation of U.S. experts, the application or adaptation of U.S. models and best practices, or pedagogical materials related to American history, society, culture, government, or institutions. Please do not submit proposals without U.S. content; they will not be considered for funding. APPLICATION SUBMISSION AND REVIEW: This opportunity consists of two application phases: • Phase I: Project Ideas and Concept Note Submission • Phase II: Full Proposal Submissions Phase I Submission: To have a complete grants package for the Phase I submission, the Concept Paper and a Budget Summary Estimate must be submitted together electronically in English, via e-mail, as a PDF to: Rabatgrants@state.gov, by Wednesday, March 15, 2023 (Subject: APS 2023 Grants Competition). Please use the concept note and the budget templates available here: Concept Paper Template Budget Summary Estimate Template An organization or individual may submit only one application during the four-month open-application period. All applicants will receive confirmation of received proposals. Proposals will only be considered if accompanied by a budget summary estimate. Technical Eligibility Requirements: All organizations applying for grants must obtain the free registrations below. Information about obtaining the registrations is available under the Additional Resources box on our website.: • NCAGE/CAGE code • SAM.gov registration Phase II Submission: If your project is selected for Phase II submission, you will be notified by March 31, 2023, and asked to submit additional forms by Monday, May 1, 2023. The additional forms will be provided to you. Following the Phase II Submission, you will be notified by May 31, 2023, of your grant status. Phase I APPLICATION EVALUATION CRITERIA: 1. Organization history and mission, leadership initiatives, and prior grant history 2. Project Description should include the length of project. 3. Description of activities to achieve goals and objectives and how they will help to achieve impact. 4. American Connection to increase understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. 5. Monitoring and Evaluation indicates how project success will be monitored. 6. Budget Summary Estimate should provide basic program costs. Phase II APPLICATION EVALUATION CRITERIA: The criteria will be provided to you if you are invited to submit a full application. ANNOUNCING AWARD DECISIONS: The Public Affairs Section seeks to notify applicants of funding decisions within 90-120 days from the Phase II submission deadline. The timing of approvals is subject to the availability of funds. To find the required forms and for more details about this funding opportunity, please go to the Related Documents tab.