The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) is offering this grant to fund projects that promote human rights, rule of law, civil society, and media freedom in North Korea. This grant is for organizations seeking to improve the internal human rights situation, specifically addressing rule of law and women’s rights within the country. Additionally, it aims to build the capacity of South Korean- and defector-led organizations to collaborate and advocate for change. Funds are also allocated to increase the flow of information into, within, and out of North Korea, including through exchanges and training programs in the East Asia Pacific region, fostering greater freedom of information.
Opportunity ID: 49069
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DRL-09-DPRK-081309 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | North Korea Programs |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | North Korea Programming |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 8 |
| Assistance Listings: | — |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 13, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 14, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 15, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 02, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 15, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Be a comparable, non-U.S.-based non-profit organization. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor |
| Description: | Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Proposals: North Korea ProgramsSUMMARYThe Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces a Request for Proposals from organizations interested in submitting proposals for projects that promote human rights and the rule of law; civil society; and media freedom and freedom of information in North Korea.PLEASE NOTE: DRL strongly urges applicants to access immediately www.grants.gov in order to obtain a username and password. It may take up to a week to register with grants.gov. Please see the section entitled, DEADLINE AND SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS below for specific instructions. REQUESTED PROPOSAL PROGRAM OBJECTIVESDRL invites organizations to submit proposals outlining program concepts and capacity to manage projects targeting North Korea:1. Human Rights and Rule of Law (approximately $750,000 available):DRL seeks proposals for projects to improve the internal North Korean human rights situation, including those that address rule of law and women’s rights. Applicants should demonstrate a clear linkage between proposed activities and their intended impact inside the country. 2. Civil Society (approximately $750,000 available):DRL seeks proposals for projects to build the capacity of both South Korean- and defector- led organizations to collaborate and to more effectively advocate for change in North Korea.3. Media Freedom and Freedom of Information (approximately $1,000,000 available):DRL seeks proposals for projects that increase the flow of information in, within, and out of North Korea, including through exchanges and training programs in the East Asia Pacific region. |
| Link to Additional Information: | DRL website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sun Cho
Program Officer Phone 202-261-8018 Email:chosk@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2009 | ||
| Sep 14, 2009 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DRL-09-DPRK-081309 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | North Korea Programs |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | North Korea Programming |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 8 |
| Assistance Listings: | — |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 13, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 14, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 15, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 02, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 15, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Be a comparable, non-U.S.-based non-profit organization. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor |
| Description: | Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Proposals: North Korea ProgramsSUMMARYThe Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces a Request for Proposals from organizations interested in submitting proposals for projects that promote human rights and the rule of law; civil society; and media freedom and freedom of information in North Korea.PLEASE NOTE: DRL strongly urges applicants to access immediately www.grants.gov in order to obtain a username and password. It may take up to a week to register with grants.gov. Please see the section entitled, DEADLINE AND SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS below for specific instructions. REQUESTED PROPOSAL PROGRAM OBJECTIVESDRL invites organizations to submit proposals outlining program concepts and capacity to manage projects targeting North Korea:1. Human Rights and Rule of Law (approximately $750,000 available):DRL seeks proposals for projects to improve the internal North Korean human rights situation, including those that address rule of law and women’s rights. Applicants should demonstrate a clear linkage between proposed activities and their intended impact inside the country. 2. Civil Society (approximately $750,000 available):DRL seeks proposals for projects to build the capacity of both South Korean- and defector- led organizations to collaborate and to more effectively advocate for change in North Korea.3. Media Freedom and Freedom of Information (approximately $1,000,000 available):DRL seeks proposals for projects that increase the flow of information in, within, and out of North Korea, including through exchanges and training programs in the East Asia Pacific region. |
| Link to Additional Information: | DRL website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sun Cho
Program Officer Phone 202-261-8018 Email:chosk@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DRL-09-DPRK-081309 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | North Korea Programs |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | North Korea Programming |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 8 |
| Assistance Listings: | — |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 14, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 15, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 15, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Be a comparable, non-U.S.-based non-profit organization. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor |
| Description: | Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Proposals: North Korea Programs
SUMMARY PLEASE NOTE: DRL strongly urges applicants to access immediately www.grants.gov in order to obtain a username and password. It may take up to a week to register with grants.gov. Please see the section entitled, DEADLINE AND SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS below for specific instructions. REQUESTED PROPOSAL PROGRAM OBJECTIVES 1. Human Rights and Rule of Law (approximately $750,000 available): 2. Civil Society (approximately $750,000 available): 3. Media Freedom and Freedom of Information (approximately $1,000,000 available): |
| Link to Additional Information: | DRL website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sun Cho
Program Officer Phone 202-261-8018 Email:chosk@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 49069 Full Announcement-1 -> fy09 dprk rfp for posting.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Sun Cho Program Officer Phone 202-261-8018 Email: chosk@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PKG00013581 | Aug 13, 2009 | Oct 02, 2009 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
49069 SF424-2.0.pdf
49069 Budget-1.1.pdf
49069 Project-1.1.pdf
49069 SF424A-1.0.pdf
49069 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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