The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is offering this grant through an open competition to organizations seeking to implement projects that uphold and advance free expression within Ethiopia. This grant is specifically for initiatives designed to bolster independent media, protect journalists and activists, and promote an open civic space where diverse voices can be heard without fear of reprisal. Funding aims to counter censorship, combat disinformation, and strengthen legal frameworks that safeguard fundamental freedoms. The program seeks proposals that demonstrate a clear understanding of the Ethiopian context and propose innovative, impactful strategies to foster a robust environment for expression, contributing to democratic governance and human rights.
Opportunity ID: 352073
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010185 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Protecting Free Expression in Ethiopia |
| 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: | Democracy Fund/Human Rights Democracy Fund |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 29, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 29, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 22, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 22, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,500,000 |
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 (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that support free expression in Ethiopia. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
DRL-AFProgramming@state.gov
Email:- |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 352073 Full Announcement-NOFO -> FY23 DRL Notice of Funding Opportunity – Ethiopia.pdf
Folder 352073 Full Announcement-NOFO -> PSI for Applications December 2023 – after 12.28.23.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | DRL-AFProgramming@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.345 | SFOP0010185 | SFOP0010185 | PKG00284628 | Jan 29, 2024 | Mar 22, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
352073 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
352073 SF424A-1.0.pdf
352073 SF424B-1.1.pdf
352073 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
352073 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
352073 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
352073 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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