This grant, offered by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor (DRL), is for the purpose of promoting and defending freedom of expression and improving the equal participation and protection of women environmental defenders. The competition is open to organizations proposing projects specifically focused on the Indo-Pacific region, with a particular emphasis on mainland and maritime Southeast Asia. The initiative aims to empower women who advocate for environmental causes, ensuring their rights are upheld and they can operate safely without fear of reprisal. Successful projects will strengthen their ability to contribute to environmental protection and human rights, fostering a supportive environment for their crucial work in safeguarding the planet.
Opportunity ID: 331413
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0007587 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL FY20 Freedom of Expression for Women Environmental Defenders in the Indo-Pacific Region |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | FY2020 ESF |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 11, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 11, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 09, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 09, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $750,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | DRL welcomes applications from U.S.-based and foreign-based non-profit organizations/nongovernment organizations (NGO) and public international organizations; private, public, or state institutions of higher education; and for-profit organizations or businesses. DRL’s preference is to work with non-profit entities; however, there may be some occasions when a for-profit entity is best suited. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor |
| Description: | The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that promote and defend freedom of expression and improve the equal participation and protection of women environmental defenders in the Indo-Pacific region, with a specific focus on mainland and maritime Southeast Asia. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
bowlerrm@state.gov
Email:- |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 331413 Full Announcement-NOFO -> PSI for Applications.pdf
Folder 331413 Full Announcement-NOFO -> NOFO – Freedom of Expression for Women Environmental Defenders.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | bowlerrm@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.345 | SFOP0007587 | SFOP0007587 | PKG00265398 | Feb 11, 2021 | Apr 09, 2021 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
331413 SF424_3_0-3.0.pdf
331413 SF424A-1.0.pdf
331413 SF424B-1.1.pdf
331413 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
331413 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
331413 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
331413 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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