The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad offers a grant for the 2013-2015 Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program (IYLEP) for Undergraduate Students. This grant seeks proposals to develop and implement IYLEP, aiming to cultivate future Iraqi leaders. The program will instill leadership, civic responsibility, diversity respect, and civic engagement in university students. Proposals must include a U.S.-based exchange component to promote mutual understanding between American and Iraqi youth. This initiative supports the 2008 Strategic Framework Agreement. The Embassy anticipates awarding one cooperative agreement, pending funds, for up to $1,500,000 to implement this vital program.
Opportunity ID: 233254
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2013-03 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program for Undergraduate Students |
| 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: | Youth Engagement; Cultural Exchange |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.021 — Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | May 06, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 07, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 14, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 14, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 14, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility: Applicants must • Be a U.S. non-profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3); an internationally based non-profit organization; low-profit limited liability company (L3Cs); an academic institution; or other institution for which profit is not a primary motive; • Have demonstrated experience administering exchange programs focused on youth; and • Have the capacity to operate in Iraq, or have or develop active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Iraq |
| Description: | The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad invites eligible organizations to submit proposals to develop and implement the 2013-2015 Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program (IYLEP) for Undergraduate Students. The goal of IYLEP is to develop future generations of Iraqi leaders by inculcating in Iraqi university students leadership skills, civic rights and responsibility, respect for diversity, and the values of civic engagement. Proposals should include a U.S.-based exchange component and demonstrate how they promote mutual understanding between American and Iraqi youth. IYLEP advances the goals of the 2008 Strategic Framework Agreement between the United States and the Republic of Iraq. Subject to the availability of funds, the Embassy expects to award one cooperative agreement for up to $1,500,000 to carry out IYLEP for Undergraduates. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Brian Shott
Cultural Affairs Officer Phone 1 301 985 8841 Email:shottba@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Complete opportunity number. | May 07, 2013 | |
| May 07, 2013 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2013-03 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program for Undergraduate Students |
| 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: | Youth Engagement; Cultural Exchange |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.021 — Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | May 06, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 07, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 14, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 14, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 14, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility: Applicants must • Be a U.S. non-profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3); an internationally based non-profit organization; low-profit limited liability company (L3Cs); an academic institution; or other institution for which profit is not a primary motive; • Have demonstrated experience administering exchange programs focused on youth; and • Have the capacity to operate in Iraq, or have or develop active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Iraq |
| Description: | The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad invites eligible organizations to submit proposals to develop and implement the 2013-2015 Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program (IYLEP) for Undergraduate Students. The goal of IYLEP is to develop future generations of Iraqi leaders by inculcating in Iraqi university students leadership skills, civic rights and responsibility, respect for diversity, and the values of civic engagement. Proposals should include a U.S.-based exchange component and demonstrate how they promote mutual understanding between American and Iraqi youth. IYLEP advances the goals of the 2008 Strategic Framework Agreement between the United States and the Republic of Iraq. Subject to the availability of funds, the Embassy expects to award one cooperative agreement for up to $1,500,000 to carry out IYLEP for Undergraduates. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Brian Shott
Cultural Affairs Officer Phone 1 301 985 8841 Email:shottba@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-CAO-13-003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program for Undergraduate Students |
| 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: | Youth Engagement; Cultural Exchange |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.021 — Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 07, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 14, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 14, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility: Applicants must • Be a U.S. non-profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3); an internationally based non-profit organization; low-profit limited liability company (L3Cs); an academic institution; or other institution for which profit is not a primary motive; • Have demonstrated experience administering exchange programs focused on youth; and • Have the capacity to operate in Iraq, or have or develop active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Iraq |
| Description: | The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad invites eligible organizations to submit proposals to develop and implement the 2013-2015 Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program (IYLEP) for Undergraduate Students. The goal of IYLEP is to develop future generations of Iraqi leaders by inculcating in Iraqi university students leadership skills, civic rights and responsibility, respect for diversity, and the values of civic engagement. Proposals should include a U.S.-based exchange component and demonstrate how they promote mutual understanding between American and Iraqi youth. IYLEP advances the goals of the 2008 Strategic Framework Agreement between the United States and the Republic of Iraq. Subject to the availability of funds, the Embassy expects to award one cooperative agreement for up to $1,500,000 to carry out IYLEP for Undergraduates. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Brian Shott
Cultural Affairs Officer Phone 1 301 985 8841 Email:shottba@state.gov |
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