The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Senegal has announced a Request for Information for the upcoming initiative, ACCES A L’EDUCATION / ACCESS TO EDUCATION (A2E), identified by the funding opportunity number 72068524RFI00001. This initiative represents a pivotal step in addressing educational challenges in Senegal, particularly focusing on marginalized children and youth in targeted areas. The primary aim of the A2E Activity is to create enhanced educational opportunities for these groups, aligning with the broader goals of fostering inclusive and sustainable development in the region.
The A2E initiative is set to implement alternative education options that are tailored to the unique needs of local communities. This approach is not just about providing access to education but also about ensuring that the educational offerings are relevant and effective for the communities they serve. Additionally, the program seeks to strengthen the capabilities of local communities, government bodies, and other key stakeholders in the realm of education. This includes building their capacity to support and maintain educational initiatives, thereby ensuring a lasting impact on the educational landscape of Senegal. The focus on community-specific needs and the involvement of various stakeholders underscores the commitment of USAID/Senegal to create a holistic and sustainable approach to education. This request for information marks an important step in the development of the A2E initiative, inviting input and insights to refine and enhance the program’s effectiveness and reach.
Opportunity ID: 351069
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | 72068524RFI00001 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | ACCES A L’EDUCATION / ACCESS TO EDUCATION (A2E) |
Opportunity Category: | Other |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | This is a request for information. |
Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
Category of Funding Activity: | Education Employment, Labor and Training |
Category Explanation: | |
Expected Number of Awards: | |
CFDA Number(s): | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
Version: | Synopsis 2 |
Posted Date: | Nov 21, 2023 |
Last Updated Date: | Nov 21, 2023 |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 12, 2024 |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 12, 2024 |
Archive Date: | Jan 19, 2024 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | |
Award Ceiling: | $0 |
Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | Senegal USAID-Dakar |
Description: | French abstract: L’Agence des États-Unis pour le développement international (USAID), Sénégal, souhaite recueillir des commentaires portant exclusivement sur la version préliminaire de la note conceptuelle de l’activité envisagée dénommée USAID/Sénégal Accès à l’éducation (A2E). L’Activité A2E a pour but d’offrir des opportunités accrues de formation aux enfants et aux jeunes sénégalais marginalisés vivant dans les zones ciblées. Pour ce faire, l’Activité proposera des alternatives éducatives adaptées aux besoins des communautés locales et renforcera la capacité des communautés locales, des pouvoirs publics et d’autres acteurs clés à œuvrer en faveur de l’éducation.
English abstract: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Senegal is seeking comments only on the draft concept for its anticipated USAID/Senegal Acces a L’Education (A2E) Activity. The objective of the A2E Activity is to provide increased education opportunities to marginalized Senegalese children and youth in target areas. The Activity will accomplish this goal by offering alternative education options that are responsive to the needs of local communities, and enhancing the capacity of local communities, governments and other key stakeholders to support education. |
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Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Marie Helene Dos Santos
Grantor Phone 00221338794766 |