Strengthening Women-Led Community Policing in Maradi Region
ID: 355510Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Niger (DOS-NER)

Award Range

$75K - $75K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355510

Additional Information

https://ne.usembassy.gov/business/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Niger is offering a funding opportunity titled "Strengthening Women-Led Community Policing in Maradi Region," aimed at enhancing women's participation in security decision-making in the Maradi Region. The initiative seeks applications from not-for-profit organizations, particularly those led by women and based in the Diffa Region, to institutionalize women's leadership in community policing by 2026, in response to the rise in armed banditry and organized crime following the July 2023 coup d'état. With a total funding amount of $75,000, the program emphasizes collaboration with local authorities and community leaders, and applications must be submitted by August 5, 2024, at 23:59 West Africa Time. Interested organizations can reach out to the Program Grants Unit at niameygrants@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    niameygrants@state.gov
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    NOFO-WPS-MARADI.docx
    The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Niamey has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity aimed at strengthening women-led community policing in the Maradi Region of Niger. With a total funding of $75,000, the initiative seeks applications from organizations to enhance women's representation in security decision-making, particularly in light of rising armed banditry and organized crime post-coup d'état in July 2023. Successful projects will aim to institutionalize women's leadership in community policing by 2026, leveraging previous training efforts and the Martaba Network. Key activities may include gender inclusion assessments, strategy development, and advocacy meetings. Preference will be given to local, women-led organizations. The program has an 18-month performance period with a single anticipated award, and all applications must be submitted by August 5, 2024, at 23:59 West Africa Time. Eligible organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier and comply with specific submission guidelines detailed in the announcement. This funding opportunity underscores the U.S. commitment to advancing gender equity and community safety in Niger.
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