Request for Information on USAID/Burma’s Higher Education Activity (HEA)
ID: 340185Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Burma USAID - Rangoon (USAID-BMA)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission to Burma is seeking information to inform the design of its Higher Education Activity (HEA), aimed at increasing access to inclusive higher education opportunities for youth in Burma. This Request for Information (RFI) invites responses from interested organizations regarding barriers to education access, risks associated with HEA, and successful technical approaches in similar contexts, particularly in light of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the military coup in 2021. The initiative emphasizes collaboration with non-governmental and civil society organizations to support educational initiatives, aligning with USAID's broader educational priorities and conflict-sensitive approaches. Interested parties should submit their responses by May 30, 2022, and can contact Thu Ya Soe at tysoe@usaid.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Thu Ya Soe Acquisition And Assistance Specialist
    009595419593
    tysoe@usaid.gov
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking information to inform the design of its Higher Education Activity (HEA) in Burma, which aims to enhance inclusive higher education access for youth. This Request for Information (RFI) invites responses by May 30, 2022, from interested organizations regarding barriers to education access, risks associated with HEA, successful technical approaches in similar contexts, and best practices for adaptive management. It acknowledges the challenges faced by the higher education system in Burma, which has been severely impacted by factors like the COVID-19 pandemic and a military coup in 2021. USAID emphasizes non-engagement with the current regime, intending to partner with non-governmental and civil society organizations to support education initiatives. Key topics include the accessibility of education amid socio-political turmoil, the importance of equity, and the need for capacity building in higher education sectors. Responses to the RFI will help shape the future programming of USAID/Burma, aligning with broader educational priorities and conflict-sensitive approaches as outlined in the USAID Education Policy.
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