The U.S. Mission to New Zealand is offering a funding opportunity for the Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Alumni Roadshow, aimed at empowering emerging leaders from the Pacific region. This program will bring 15 selected YPL alumni to the United States for a 3-5 week exchange focused on leadership and professional development in areas such as education, environmental management, civic engagement, and regional security. The initiative is designed to strengthen ties between the U.S. and Pacific nations while fostering a network of young leaders to address regional challenges. The total funding available for this cooperative agreement is $250,000, with a proposal submission deadline of July 31, 2024. Interested applicants can contact Tracey Zemanek at publicaffairsusnz@state.go for further information.