Opportunity ID: 353408
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PD-002-FY2024 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy San Jose Public Diplomacy Section Journalist Training on Understanding Malign Foreign Influence |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Information and Statistics |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2024 1. Investigative Journalism Workshop: Offer 20 hours of training through, iterative workshops for business and economy reporters in Costa Rica. The workshop will consist of five to 10 sessions over a period of between one to three months at a time that can accommodate participants’ work schedules. Sessions can be a combination of online/virtual and in-person, with at least 10 hours taking place in-person. It will cover research techniques, data analysis, and reporting on non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Additionally, journalists will learn about predatory infrastructure projects and lending practices, including common tactics and the implications on host countries such as debt traps, compromised cybersecurity, and environmental degradation. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2024 1. Investigative Journalism Workshop: Offer 20 hours of training through, iterative workshops for business and economy reporters in Costa Rica. The workshop will consist of five to 10 sessions over a period of between one to three months at a time that can accommodate participants’ work schedules. Sessions can be a combination of online/virtual and in-person, with at least 10 hours taking place in-person. It will cover research techniques, data analysis, and reporting on non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Additionally, journalists will learn about predatory infrastructure projects and lending practices, including common tactics and the implications on host countries such as debt traps, compromised cybersecurity, and environmental degradation. |
| Archive Date: | May 26, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $30,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The Public Diplomacy Section will consider applications from the following organizations or individuals in the United States and Costa Rica:Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non- governmental organizations with programming experience.IndividualsNon-profit or educational institutions |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Costa Rica |
| Description: |
Investigative Journalism Workshop: Offer 20 hours of training through, iterative workshops for business and economy reporters in Costa Rica. The workshop will consist of five to 10 sessions over a period of between one to three months at a time that can accommodate participants’ work schedules. Sessions can be a combination of online/virtual and in-person, with at least 10 hours taking place in-person. It will cover research techniques, data analysis, and reporting on non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Additionally, journalists will learn about predatory infrastructure projects and lending practices, including common tactics and the implications on host countries such as debt traps, compromised cybersecurity, and environmental degradation. Pitching and Publication of Articles: Facilitate the pitching and publication of articles developed during the workshop. Encourage participants to develop compelling stories on issues related to non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Establish an online repository for participants to store and share their collaborative reported content, in consultation with participants’ employers. Provide assistance to participants in pitching freelance pieces to relevant media outlets as appropriate, ensuring wider dissemination of their work and amplifying its impact. Risk Assessment and Security Protocols: Offer guidance on risk assessment and security protocols specific to reporting on corrupt and non-transparent business practices. Journalists should be trained to assess potential risks to their safety and security, including threats from government authorities, corporate entities, or criminal organizations, and take appropriate measures to mitigate these risks. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
GABRIELA M OTAROLA
Grantor Email:pagrantapplications@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Award floor amount modified | Apr 04, 2024 | |
| Apr 04, 2024 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PD-002-FY2024 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy San Jose Public Diplomacy Section Journalist Training on Understanding Malign Foreign Influence |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Information and Statistics |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2024 1. Investigative Journalism Workshop: Offer 20 hours of training through, iterative workshops for business and economy reporters in Costa Rica. The workshop will consist of five to 10 sessions over a period of between one to three months at a time that can accommodate participants’ work schedules. Sessions can be a combination of online/virtual and in-person, with at least 10 hours taking place in-person. It will cover research techniques, data analysis, and reporting on non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Additionally, journalists will learn about predatory infrastructure projects and lending practices, including common tactics and the implications on host countries such as debt traps, compromised cybersecurity, and environmental degradation. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2024 1. Investigative Journalism Workshop: Offer 20 hours of training through, iterative workshops for business and economy reporters in Costa Rica. The workshop will consist of five to 10 sessions over a period of between one to three months at a time that can accommodate participants’ work schedules. Sessions can be a combination of online/virtual and in-person, with at least 10 hours taking place in-person. It will cover research techniques, data analysis, and reporting on non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Additionally, journalists will learn about predatory infrastructure projects and lending practices, including common tactics and the implications on host countries such as debt traps, compromised cybersecurity, and environmental degradation. |
| Archive Date: | May 26, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $30,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The Public Diplomacy Section will consider applications from the following organizations or individuals in the United States and Costa Rica:Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non- governmental organizations with programming experience.IndividualsNon-profit or educational institutions |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Costa Rica |
| Description: |
Investigative Journalism Workshop: Offer 20 hours of training through, iterative workshops for business and economy reporters in Costa Rica. The workshop will consist of five to 10 sessions over a period of between one to three months at a time that can accommodate participants’ work schedules. Sessions can be a combination of online/virtual and in-person, with at least 10 hours taking place in-person. It will cover research techniques, data analysis, and reporting on non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Additionally, journalists will learn about predatory infrastructure projects and lending practices, including common tactics and the implications on host countries such as debt traps, compromised cybersecurity, and environmental degradation. Pitching and Publication of Articles: Facilitate the pitching and publication of articles developed during the workshop. Encourage participants to develop compelling stories on issues related to non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Establish an online repository for participants to store and share their collaborative reported content, in consultation with participants’ employers. Provide assistance to participants in pitching freelance pieces to relevant media outlets as appropriate, ensuring wider dissemination of their work and amplifying its impact. Risk Assessment and Security Protocols: Offer guidance on risk assessment and security protocols specific to reporting on corrupt and non-transparent business practices. Journalists should be trained to assess potential risks to their safety and security, including threats from government authorities, corporate entities, or criminal organizations, and take appropriate measures to mitigate these risks. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
GABRIELA M OTAROLA
Grantor Email:pagrantapplications@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PD-002-FY2024 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy San Jose Public Diplomacy Section Journalist Training on Understanding Malign Foreign Influence |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Information and Statistics |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2024 1. Investigative Journalism Workshop: Offer 20 hours of training through, iterative workshops for business and economy reporters in Costa Rica. The workshop will consist of five to 10 sessions over a period of between one to three months at a time that can accommodate participants’ work schedules. Sessions can be a combination of online/virtual and in-person, with at least 10 hours taking place in-person. It will cover research techniques, data analysis, and reporting on non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Additionally, journalists will learn about predatory infrastructure projects and lending practices, including common tactics and the implications on host countries such as debt traps, compromised cybersecurity, and environmental degradation. |
| Archive Date: | May 26, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $35,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The Public Diplomacy Section will consider applications from the following organizations or individuals in the United States and Costa Rica: Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non- governmental organizations with programming experience. Individuals Non-profit or educational institutions |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Costa Rica |
| Description: |
Investigative Journalism Workshop: Offer 20 hours of training through, iterative workshops for business and economy reporters in Costa Rica. The workshop will consist of five to 10 sessions over a period of between one to three months at a time that can accommodate participants’ work schedules. Sessions can be a combination of online/virtual and in-person, with at least 10 hours taking place in-person. It will cover research techniques, data analysis, and reporting on non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Additionally, journalists will learn about predatory infrastructure projects and lending practices, including common tactics and the implications on host countries such as debt traps, compromised cybersecurity, and environmental degradation. Pitching and Publication of Articles: Facilitate the pitching and publication of articles developed during the workshop. Encourage participants to develop compelling stories on issues related to non-transparent and corrupt business practices. Establish an online repository for participants to store and share their collaborative reported content, in consultation with participants’ employers. Provide assistance to participants in pitching freelance pieces to relevant media outlets as appropriate, ensuring wider dissemination of their work and amplifying its impact. Risk Assessment and Security Protocols: Offer guidance on risk assessment and security protocols specific to reporting on corrupt and non-transparent business practices. Journalists should be trained to assess potential risks to their safety and security, including threats from government authorities, corporate entities, or criminal organizations, and take appropriate measures to mitigate these risks. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
GABRIELA M OTAROLA
Grantor Email:pagrantapplications@state.gov |
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| Agency Contact Information: | GABRIELA M OTAROLA Grantor Email: pagrantapplications@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.040 | PKG00285750 | Apr 04, 2024 | Apr 26, 2024 | View |
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