The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur is offering a grant to an organization in Malaysia to produce documentaries, podcasts, and social media content focusing on countering violent extremism (CVE). The project aims to train diverse young Malaysian content creators to develop effective CVE-focused material. Objectives include producing three documentaries on extremism issues, training local talent, and distributing the content widely through various channels. The grant administration will be closely overseen by the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur. Closing date for proposals is January 31, 2020.
Opportunity ID: 319958
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SMY-300-FY20-CVE-CONTENT-CREATION |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Content creation to build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among Malaysian youth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | To build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among youth |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 22, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 26, 2019 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 31, 2020 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 01, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $200,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Foreign Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Malaysia |
| Description: |
The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will help select the Malaysian partner institution and vet participants in the content production training. The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will be closely involved in the grant administration. The Embassy is seeking an organization with experience in creating CVE-focused programs and content in Malaysia to produce documentaries, podcasts, and social media posts effective in countering violent extremism. A successful proposal will integrate the training of a diverse collection of young, local talent to produce their own content effective in supporting CVE efforts. Specific Objectives: 1. Production of at least three documentaries (video, radio and/or online) focused on contemporary domestic/regional issues related to extremism in Malaysia. 2. The project should provide for the training of a diverse collection of Malaysian content designers, representing several backgrounds, to produce effective CVE-focused content. 3. The proposal should include a plan to publicize the content throughout the country in a wide variety of distribution channels including: a. National/regional media b. Road Shows c. Radio d. Online |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Morgan O’Brien III
Press Attache U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Email:PublicAffairsKL@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| To extend closing date of notice. | Dec 22, 2019 | |
| Funding year has changes to FY2020 | Aug 27, 2019 | |
| Funding year has changed to FY2020 | Aug 27, 2019 | |
| Aug 27, 2019 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SMY-300-FY20-CVE-CONTENT-CREATION |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Content creation to build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among Malaysian youth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | To build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among youth |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 22, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 26, 2019 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 31, 2020 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 01, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $200,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Foreign Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Malaysia |
| Description: |
The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will help select the Malaysian partner institution and vet participants in the content production training. The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will be closely involved in the grant administration. The Embassy is seeking an organization with experience in creating CVE-focused programs and content in Malaysia to produce documentaries, podcasts, and social media posts effective in countering violent extremism. A successful proposal will integrate the training of a diverse collection of young, local talent to produce their own content effective in supporting CVE efforts. Specific Objectives: 1. Production of at least three documentaries (video, radio and/or online) focused on contemporary domestic/regional issues related to extremism in Malaysia. 2. The project should provide for the training of a diverse collection of Malaysian content designers, representing several backgrounds, to produce effective CVE-focused content. 3. The proposal should include a plan to publicize the content throughout the country in a wide variety of distribution channels including: a. National/regional media b. Road Shows c. Radio d. Online |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Morgan O’Brien III
Press Attache U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Email:PublicAffairsKL@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SMY-300-FY20-CVE-CONTENT-CREATION |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Content creation to build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among Malaysian youth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | To build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among youth |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 22, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 30, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $200,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Foreign Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Malaysia |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will help select the Malaysian partner institution and vet participants in the content production training. The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will be closely involved in the grant administration.
The Embassy is seeking an
organization with experience in creating CVE-focused programs and content in Malaysia to produce documentaries, podcasts, and social media posts effective in countering violent extremism. A successful proposal will integrate the training of a diverse collection of young, local talent to produce their own content effective in supporting CVE efforts.
Specific Objectives:
1.
Production of at least three documentaries (video, radio and/or online) focused on contemporary domestic/regional issues related to extremism in Malaysia.
2.
The project should provide for the training of a diverse collection of Malaysian content designers, representing several backgrounds, to produce effective CVE-focused content.
3.
The proposal should include a plan to publicize the content throughout the country in a wide variety of distribution channels including: a. National/regional media b. Road Shows c. Radio d. Online |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Morgan O’Brien III
Press Attache U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Email:PublicAffairsKL@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SMY-300-FY20-CVE-CONTENT-CREATION |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Content creation to build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among Malaysian youth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | To build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among youth |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 22, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 26, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 26, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $200,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Foreign Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Malaysia |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will help select the Malaysian partner institution and vet participants in the content production training. The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will be closely involved in the grant administration.
The Embassy is seeking an organization with experience in creating CVE-focused programs and content in Malaysia to produce documentaries, podcasts, and social media posts effective in countering violent extremism. A successful proposal will integrate the training of a diverse collection of young, local talent to produce their own content effective in supporting CVE efforts.
Specific Objectives:
1. Production of at least three documentaries (video, radio and/or online) focused on contemporary domestic/regional issues related to extremism in Malaysia.
2. The project should provide for the training of a diverse collection of Malaysian content designers, representing several backgrounds, to produce effective CVE-focused content.
3. The proposal should include a plan to publicize the content throughout the country in a wide variety of distribution channels including:
a. National/regional media b. Road Shows c. Radio d. Online |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Morgan O’Brien III
Press Attache U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Email:PublicAffairsKL@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SMY-300-FY19-CVE-CONTENT-CREATION |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Content creation to build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among Malaysian youth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | To build local capacity in addressing violent extremism and promoting positive decision making among youth |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 26, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 26, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $200,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Foreign Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Malaysia |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will help select the Malaysian partner institution and vet participants in the content production training. The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur will be closely involved in the grant administration.
The Embassy is seeking an
organization with experience in creating CVE-focused programs and content in Malaysia to produce documentaries, podcasts, and social media posts effective in countering violent extremism. A successful proposal will integrate the training of a diverse collection of young, local talent to produce their own content effective in supporting CVE efforts.
Specific Objectives:
1.
Production of at least three documentaries (video, radio and/or online) focused on contemporary domestic/regional issues related to extremism in Malaysia.
2.
The project should provide for the training of a diverse collection of Malaysian content designers, representing several backgrounds, to produce effective CVE-focused content.
3.
The proposal should include a plan to publicize the content throughout the country in a wide variety of distribution channels including: a. National/regional media b. Road Shows c. Radio d. Online |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Morgan O’Brien III
Press Attache U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Email:PublicAffairsKL@state.gov |
Related Documents
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Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Morgan O’Brien III Press Attache U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Email: PublicAffairsKL@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.040 | PKG00256058 | Oct 23, 2019 | Jan 31, 2020 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
319958 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
319958 SF424A-1.0.pdf
319958 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
319958 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
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