Young Pacific Leaders Annual Conference
ID: 354957Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to New Zealand (DOS-NZL)

Award Range

$350K - $350K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Community Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354957
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to New Zealand is offering a funding opportunity for the "Young Pacific Leaders Annual Conference," aimed at empowering emerging leaders in the Pacific region. The conference, scheduled for May to July 2025, seeks to develop leadership skills and knowledge among participants aged 25-40, focusing on civic engagement, environmental management, education, and economic development. This initiative is part of a broader effort to foster collaboration and capacity building among youth leaders across the Pacific, with a total funding amount of $350,000 available for one award. Interested organizations must submit their applications by July 31, 2024, and can contact Tracey Zemanek at publicaffairsusnz@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    publicaffairsusnz@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    YPL 2024 NOFO - Annual Conference.pdf
    YPL.pdf
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