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.