This grant program aims to significantly enhance independent media and freedom of expression in Macedonia. It seeks to empower journalists, reducing their vulnerability to political, economic, and legal intimidation by fostering strong networks with pertinent civil society organizations. The initiative focuses on three core objectives: building the capacity of media and journalists’ associations to offer member support, legal aid, and advocate for legislative reforms against criminal defamation. Furthermore, it will establish systems for monitoring and enforcing professional journalistic standards through peer review and public discourse. Finally, the grant will facilitate sustainable collaborations between journalists and CSOs to improve public interest journalism and reinforce media’s vital societal role.
Opportunity ID: 157153
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | APS-165-12-000001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Stregthening Independent Media in Macedonia |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | CategoryExplanation |
| 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: | Strengthening Independent Media in Macedonia |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 21, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 14, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 01, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 15, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,525,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Macedonian non-profit or for-profit non-governmental organizations (NGOs) |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Hungary USAID-Budapest |
| Description: | Strengthening Independent Media in MacedoniaThis program seeks to open the space for independent free media and strengthen freedom of expression by empowering journalists to reduce their vulnerability to political, economic and legal intimidation. Journalists and associated organizations must also network with pertinent civil society organizations in common cause to support improved public interest journalism. Program Objectives: Objective 1: Build the capacity of media and journalists associations to support members through collective action, provide legal support to mitigate lawsuits and advance legislative reform to eliminate criminal defamation. Objective 2: Monitor and enforce professional standards of practice through peer review, public discussion and condemnation of unethical journalism. Objective 3: Develop sustainable systems to network journalists with CSOs in common cause to improve public interest journalism and bolster medias legitimate role in society. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Risto Ricliev
Grantor Phone 389 2 310 2223 Email:rricliev@usaid.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The closing date of the second round of concept papers is October 15, 2012. No further rounds will be announced. Accordingly, the closing date of the APS is hereby amended to October 15, 2012. | Sep 14, 2012 | |
| Sep 14, 2012 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | APS-165-12-000001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Stregthening Independent Media in Macedonia |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | CategoryExplanation |
| 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: | Strengthening Independent Media in Macedonia |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 21, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 14, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 01, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 15, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,525,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Macedonian non-profit or for-profit non-governmental organizations (NGOs) |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Hungary USAID-Budapest |
| Description: | Strengthening Independent Media in MacedoniaThis program seeks to open the space for independent free media and strengthen freedom of expression by empowering journalists to reduce their vulnerability to political, economic and legal intimidation. Journalists and associated organizations must also network with pertinent civil society organizations in common cause to support improved public interest journalism. Program Objectives: Objective 1: Build the capacity of media and journalists associations to support members through collective action, provide legal support to mitigate lawsuits and advance legislative reform to eliminate criminal defamation. Objective 2: Monitor and enforce professional standards of practice through peer review, public discussion and condemnation of unethical journalism. Objective 3: Develop sustainable systems to network journalists with CSOs in common cause to improve public interest journalism and bolster medias legitimate role in society. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Risto Ricliev
Grantor Phone 389 2 310 2223 Email:rricliev@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | APS-165-12-000001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Stregthening Independent Media in Macedonia |
| 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: | Strengthening Independent Media in Macedonia |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 14, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 01, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 31, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,525,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Macedonian non-profit or for-profit non-governmental organizations (NGOs) |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Hungary USAID-Budapest |
| Description: | Strengthening Independent Media in Macedonia
This program seeks to open the space for independent free media and strengthen freedom of expression by empowering journalists to reduce their vulnerability to political, economic and legal intimidation. Journalists and associated organizations must also network with pertinent civil society organizations in common cause to support improved public interest journalism. Program Objectives: Objective 1: Build the capacity of media and journalists associations to support members through collective action, provide legal support to mitigate lawsuits and advance legislative reform to eliminate criminal defamation. Objective 2: Monitor and enforce professional standards of practice through peer review, public discussion and condemnation of unethical journalism. Objective 3: Develop sustainable systems to network journalists with CSOs in common cause to improve public interest journalism and bolster medias legitimate role in society. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Risto Ricliev
Grantor Phone 389 2 310 2223 Email:rricliev@usaid.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 157153 Full Announcement-1 -> aps-165-12-000001 attachment # 2 concept paper form simm.pdf
Folder 157153 Full Announcement-1 -> aps-165-12-000001 attachment # 1 strategic objective simm.pdf
Folder 157153 Full Announcement-1 -> aps-165-12-000001.pdf
Folder 157153 Full Announcement-1 -> aps-165-12-000001 attachment # 3 concept paper- budget form simm.pdf
Folder 157153 Full Announcement-2 -> simm aps-165-12-000001 amendment # 1.pdf
Folder 157153 Full Announcement-3 -> aps-165-12-000001 amend # 2 attachment # 3 concept paper- budget form simm.pdf
Folder 157153 Full Announcement-3 -> aps-165-12-000001 amend # 2.pdf
Folder 157153 Full Announcement-3 -> aps-165-12-000001 amend # 2 attachment # 1 strategic objective simm.pdf
Folder 157153 Full Announcement-3 -> aps-165-12-000001 amend # 2 attachment # 2 concept paper form simm.pdf
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