This GEC grant aims to fund comprehensive research into the scope and scale of foreign propaganda and disinformation prevalent within games and game-adjacent platforms, specifically focusing on Eastern Europe. The initiative seeks to generate both quantitative and qualitative insights into these digital threats. Following the research phase, the grant requires the organization of a significant convening. This event will bring together key stakeholders, including government representatives, industry leaders, and civil society organizations. The primary purpose of this gathering is to disseminate the research findings, foster discussion on the report’s conclusions, and explore other pertinent research related to combating foreign influence operations in the gaming sector. The goal is to enhance understanding and collaborative strategies.
Opportunity ID: 353455
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DFOP0010757 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Foreign Propaganda and Disinformation in Gaming Research and Convening |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | GEC seeks to understand through quantified and qualified research the scope and scale of foreign propaganda and disinformation occurring in games and game-adjacent platforms in Eastern Europe. After completing the research, the implementer will organize a convening of governments, industry, and civil society to share the report and to discuss the findings and other related research. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 09, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 09, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 22, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 22, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The GEC may make awards through this solicitation to U.S. and foreign non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, and commercial entities. Individuals, state and local governments, foreign public entities, and public international organizations are not eligible to apply. Before submitting, potential applicants should ensure that they are eligible to receive a grant or cooperative agreement and prepared to adhere to the terms of 2 CFR 200 and 2 CFR 600. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Global Public Affairs |
| Description: | GEC seeks to understand through quantified and qualified research the scope and scale of foreign propaganda and disinformation occurring in games and game-adjacent platforms in Eastern Europe. After completing the research, the implementer will organize a convening of governments, industry, and civil society to share the report and to discuss the findings and other related research. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in MyGrants |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
GEC-Programs@state.gov
Email:- |
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