Assisting criminal justice and law enforcement institutions in Ukraine in investigating and prosecuting war crimes
ID: 351371Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Ukraine (DOS-UKR)

Award Range

$25K - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Law, Justice and Legal Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351371
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Ukraine is offering a federal grant opportunity aimed at assisting Ukrainian law enforcement and criminal justice institutions in investigating and prosecuting war crimes committed by the Russian Federation. The initiative seeks proposals from non-profit organizations to provide critical support, including expert assistance, specialized training, and the use of advanced technology for evidence gathering, all designed to enhance Ukraine's legal infrastructure and uphold international humanitarian law. Eligible applicants include both Ukrainian and foreign non-profit organizations, with funding amounts ranging from $25,000 to $250,000, and a total estimated funding pool of $2 million. Interested parties must submit their Statements of Interest by December 1, 2024, with the anticipated project start date set for January 1, 2024. For inquiries, applicants can contact the Mission Kyiv INL Grants Team at kyivinlgrants@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    kyivinlgrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    INL WAR CRIMES FULL NOFO.pdf
    INL.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is soliciting Statements of Interest (SOIs) from organizations to support Ukraine's efforts in investigating and prosecuting war crimes attributed to the Russian Federation. This funding opportunity aims to bolster Ukraine's criminal justice capacities by providing institutional support, training, and technological advancements for law enforcement and judicial professionals. Organizations may receive between $25,000 to $250,000, with a total estimated funding of $2 million. The program emphasizes building foundational capacities within Ukraine’s law enforcement, enhancing evidence-gathering techniques, and offering victim support initiatives. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations from Ukraine and foreign entities with relevant experience. Proposed activities should focus on sustainability and international cooperation to ensure long-term impacts. The SOI submission deadline is December 1, 2024, with an anticipated project start date of January 1, 2024. This initiative highlights the INL’s commitment to strengthen global law enforcement partnerships and uphold international humanitarian law amidst ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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