The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) of the U.S. Department of State is inviting applications for the grant opportunity titled "DRL Empowering Independent Media to Combat Hate Speech and Disinformation." This initiative aims to strengthen the resilience of independent media in Lebanon while promoting the protection and inclusion of marginalized populations. The funding, which ranges from $750,000 to $1,150,000, is intended to support projects that align with the objectives of enhancing democracy and human rights. Interested organizations, including U.S.-based and foreign non-profits, NGOs, and for-profit entities, must submit their proposals by July 8, 2024, and can find additional information and submission guidelines at the provided link or by contacting DRL at DRL-NEAProgramInfo@state.gov.