FY23 J/IRF Supporting Freedom of Religion or Belief of Indigenous and Afro-Descendant Communities in the Western Hemisphere or South Asia
ID: 352334Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor (DOS-DRL)

Award Range

$750K - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352334

Additional Information

https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/grants?id=grants_funding_opportunity&table=u_domestic_funding_opportunity&sys_id=ddae5b7d871806101b4742270cbb358e&view=Default
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    Description

    The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor at the U.S. Department of State is offering a funding opportunity titled "FY23 J/IRF Supporting Freedom of Religion or Belief of Indigenous and Afro-Descendant Communities in the Western Hemisphere or South Asia." This initiative aims to support projects that promote tolerance, advocacy, and government protections for the religious freedom of these communities, addressing systemic barriers and fostering awareness to combat discrimination. The funding, which ranges from $750,000 to $1,500,000, anticipates awarding 1-3 grants for projects lasting at least 18 months, with applications due by April 15, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to drlirfgrants@state.gov for further information and are encouraged to review the detailed guidelines available at the provided link.

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    SFOP0010242 FY23 J-IRF Supporting Freedom of Religion or Belief of Indigenous and Afro-Descendant Communities.pdf
    SFOP0010242.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Office of International Religious Freedom (J/IRF) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for FY23 aimed at supporting the religious freedom and belief of Indigenous and Afro-descendant communities in the Western Hemisphere and South Asia. The funding, ranging from $750,000 to $1,500,000, anticipates awarding 1-3 grants for projects lasting at least 18 months. Proposed initiatives should address systemic barriers to religious freedom, foster awareness, and promote advocacy among communities underserved due to their beliefs or identities. The focus is on enhancing participation in civil society and governmental processes to secure religious rights and combat discrimination. Key goals include improving inclusion, supporting coalitions for advocacy, and addressing legal and societal challenges faced by these communities. Eligible applicants include both U.S.-based and international NGOs, educational institutions, and for-profits with an emphasis on partnerships. Applications must demonstrate intercultural engagement and adherence to anti-discrimination policies. To apply, proposals should be submitted by April 15, 2024, under specified guidelines that ensure a structured approach to promoting religious freedom and social equity. This initiative underscores the U.S. commitment to human rights and religious tolerance globally.
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