2022 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund-Italy
ID: 337035Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Italy (DOS-ITA)

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/337035
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Italy is announcing the 2022 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2022), inviting past participants of U.S. government-funded and sponsored exchange programs to submit proposals for funding. The AEIF 2022 aims to empower alumni to leverage their exchange experiences to develop innovative solutions addressing global challenges within their communities, particularly focusing on themes such as democratic practices, human rights, youth engagement, and cultural exchange. Since its inception in 2011, the AEIF has supported nearly 500 alumni-led projects worldwide, reinforcing shared democratic values and norms. Interested applicants, including individuals and NGOs, must submit their proposals to italyalumni@state.gov by January 30, 2022, and can contact Raissa Brighi at +390646742967 for further inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Raissa Brighi Grantor
    +390646742967
    brighir@state.gov
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