Network Building and Support for Countering Foreign Information Manipulation in the Indo-Pacific
ID: 355163Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Global Public Affairs (DOS-PA)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

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Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Global Public Affairs is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity titled "Network Building and Support for Countering Foreign Information Manipulation in the Indo-Pacific." The initiative aims to engage a third-party implementer to execute a three-phase project focused on mitigating foreign influence efforts in Indonesia, with the expectation that findings will be disseminated through a publicly available report, partnered media reporting, and a series of briefings that include actionable recommendations and translations into Indonesian. This project is critical for enhancing regional resilience against disinformation and foreign manipulation, with a total estimated funding of $1.5 million and a single award anticipated. Interested applicants, including U.S. and foreign non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, and commercial entities, must ensure eligibility and adhere to federal regulations, with applications due by August 9, 2024. For further details, contact GEC-Program@state.gov or visit the provided link for more information.

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