U.S. Embassy Conakry Strengthening Information Integrity in Guinea Request for Statements of Interest
ID: 353232Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Guinea (DOS-GIN)

Award Range

$20K - $100K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353232
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Guinea is inviting organizations to submit Statements of Interest (SOI) for a grant aimed at strengthening information integrity in Guinea. The primary objectives of this initiative are to enhance the accuracy and conflict-sensitivity of media reporting and to empower Guineans to effectively counter misinformation and disinformation, particularly in communities vulnerable to stigmatization and instrumentalization of communal identities. This opportunity aligns with the U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability in Coastal West Africa, which seeks to foster peace and mitigate violent conflict in the region. Interested applicants must submit their SOIs by May 31, 2024, with funding amounts ranging from $20,000 to $100,000 and a total estimated program funding of $200,000 available for up to five awards. For inquiries, applicants can contact the grantor at pasconakrygrants@state.gov.

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    pasconakrygrants@state.gov
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