Request for Information: Media Integrity And Resilience in Armenia
ID: 343878Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Armenia USAID-Yerevan (USAID-ARM)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/343878
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Media Integrity and Resilience in Armenia initiative, which aims to enhance the integrity of the information space in Armenia. This initiative focuses on improving journalistic standards, ensuring financial viability for independent media, and fostering an environment conducive to the free flow of information, with an anticipated budget of $15 million over five years. The program is critical for promoting democratic engagement and accountability in Armenian media, and it invites comments from both U.S. and non-U.S. organizations to refine its strategies. Interested parties should submit their responses in English by emailing the designated contacts by the specified deadline, as detailed in the RFI documentation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Narine Sarkisian Grantor
    +37410494364
    nsarkisian@usaid.gov
    Files
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    RFI 72011122RFI00003 Media Integrity And Resilience in Armenia.pdf
    RFI.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) issued Request for Information No. 72011122RFI00003 regarding the Media Integrity and Resilience in Armenia activity. This initiative aims to strengthen Armenia's information space by enhancing the capacity of independent media, advancing ethical standards, and combating disinformation. Covering five years with an anticipated budget of $15 million, it seeks public input on a draft Activity Description to inform the forthcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity. The activity focuses on three primary objectives: improving journalistic standards, catalyzing financial viability for editorially independent media, and creating an enabling environment for independent information flow. It involves conducting media ecosystem analysis, offering grants, and building support for advocacy. A specific emphasis on media literacy aims to equip citizens to critically engage with information and recognize disinformation. By harnessing partnerships and technological advancements, the program aspires to enhance public access to trustworthy media and empower journalists. This RFI invites comments from organizations to refine strategies and identify local capabilities to meet these goals, while allowing future participation in potential solicitations. The overarching purpose is to promote democratic engagement and strengthen accountability across Armenian media.
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