USAID Education for Social Prosperity
ID: 357923Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Democratic Republic of the Congo USAID-Kinshasa (USAID-DEM)

Award Range

$12M - $14M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357923
Timeline
    Description

    The Democratic Republic of the Congo USAID-Kinshasa is seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) for its initiative titled "USAID Education for Social Prosperity," aimed at enhancing basic education in the Kasai region. The program's objectives include increasing access to safe, inclusive, and gender-responsive learning opportunities for children and youth aged 6 to 17, particularly in underserved and conflict-affected areas, with a planned budget of $12-14 million. This initiative builds upon previous investments in the region and emphasizes the importance of gender-specific approaches, school safety, and community involvement in education. Interested stakeholders, including NGOs, public institutions, and private sector actors, are encouraged to submit their feedback by January 24, 2025, to inform the program's design, ensuring alignment with local needs and government priorities. For further inquiries, contact Myra Kadima at mkadima@usaid.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    mkadima@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    RFI.pdf
    The USAID Education for Social Prosperity initiative is seeking industry feedback through a Request for Information (RFI) to enhance its design process for a new basic education program in the Kasai region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This initiative targets improving access to safe, gender-responsive learning opportunities for children aged 6 to 17, particularly in underserved and conflict-affected areas. With a planned budget of $12-14 million, the program aims to build on previous investments in the region and support girls’ education and community resilience. The RFI invites various stakeholders, including NGOs, public institutions, and private sector actors, to provide input on best practices and challenges related to education in the Kasai region, emphasizing gender-specific approaches, school safety, integrated WASH and nutrition services, teacher development, local governance, and community involvement. Questions include inquiries about strategies to increase girls' participation, community resource utilization for learning spaces, support for underprivileged youth, and potential collaborations with private partners. USAID underscores that this RFI is not a procurement solicitation, and submission of comments does not guarantee future project participation. The responses will inform the program's design and ensure alignment with local needs and government priorities.
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