This grant, offered by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL), is specifically designed to support programs promoting representative governance based on democratic principles in Iraq. Its core purpose is to advance respect for universal human rights, including fundamental freedoms and the crucial aspect of religious freedom, while also fostering peaceful coexistence among diverse communities. A significant objective of this initiative is to ensure the protection of and provide advocacy for the rights of youth, women, religious and ethnic minorities, and other individuals in vulnerable circumstances. Additionally, the grant aims to actively mitigate the devastating impact of conflict on Iraqi communities. Eligible organizations are encouraged to submit Statements of Interest for consideration.
Opportunity ID: 351599
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010167 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL FY23 Iraq Programs – Statement of Interest |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 21, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 21, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 01, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 01, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 02, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $2,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $750,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Organizations submitting SOIs must meet the following criteria: Be a U.S.- or foreign-based non-profit/non-governmental organization (NGO), or a public international organization; or Be a private, public, or state institution of higher education; or Be a for-profit organization or business (noting there are restrictions on payment of fees and/or profits under grants and cooperative agreements, including those outlined in 48 CFR 30, "Cost Accounting Standards Administration", and 48 CFR 31, "Contract Cost Principles and Procedures"); Have existing, or the capacity to develop, active partnerships with thematic or in-country partners, entities, and relevant stakeholders including private sector partner and NGOs; and, Have demonstrable experience administering successful and preferably similar programs. DRL reserves the right to request additional background information on organizations that do not have previous experience administering federal awards. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: |
The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from organizations interested in submitting Statements of Interest (SOI) for programs that promote representative governance based on democratic principles, respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms including religious freedom, and peaceful coexistence. It will also provide for the protection of and advocacy for the rights of youth, women, and religious and ethnic minorities, and others in vulnerable circumstances, as well as mitigate the impact of conflict on Iraqi communities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
DRL-GP-Iraq@state.gov
Email:DRL-GP-Iraq@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 351599 Full Announcement-DRL FY23 SOI -> PSI for SOIs November 2022.pdf
Folder 351599 Full Announcement-DRL FY23 SOI -> DRL FY23 Iraq Programs – Request for Statements of Interest.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | DRL-GP-Iraq@state.gov Email: DRL-GP-Iraq@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.345 | PKG00284262 | Dec 21, 2023 | Feb 01, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
351599 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
351599 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
351599 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
351599 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
351599 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
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