The U.S. Mission to New Zealand is inviting proposals for the Young Pacific Leaders Small Grants Competition 2025, aimed at fostering leadership skills among emerging Pacific leaders aged 25-40. This program seeks to develop capacity in four key areas: civic engagement, environmental/resource management, education, and economic development, through experiential learning and collaborative workshops held in New Zealand. With a total funding amount of up to $400,000, the selected organization will be required to manage the project in partnership with the U.S. Embassy, ensuring a comprehensive approach to leadership development. Applications are due by July 31, 2024, with projects expected to commence on October 1, 2024; interested parties can contact Tracey Zemanek at publicaffairsusnz@state.gov for further information.