Partnership to Partnership to Advance Research and Scientific Evidence (PARSE)
ID: 355079Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement (DOS-INL)

Award Range

$1M - $3M

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) of the U.S. Department of State is inviting applications for the Partnership to Advance Research and Scientific Evidence (PARSE) project, aimed at generating evidence-based research to combat crime, illegal drugs, and instability internationally. The project seeks to identify priority research themes and produce synthesis reports that provide actionable insights for improving criminal justice systems and practices in various contexts. This initiative is crucial for enhancing civilian security and informing strategies to mitigate internal and transnational threats. The total funding available for this cooperative agreement is $2,887,000, with a minimum award of $1,000,000, and the application deadline is August 19, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to Alejandra Bolanos at BolanosA1@state.gov for further information.

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