DRL Improving remedy, accountability, and deterrence for the repressive misuse of spyware in Europe and Eurasia
ID: 352239Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of State (DOS)

Award Range

$2M - $2M

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/352239
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Feb 7, 2024 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Due Apr 15, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The Department of State is offering a grant opportunity titled "DRL Improving remedy, accountability, and deterrence for the repressive misuse of spyware in Europe and Eurasia". This grant aims to strengthen the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms online by addressing digital security threats. Specifically, the grant seeks proposals that focus on improving remedy and accountability for the repressive misuse of spyware in Europe and Eurasia. The grant is open to U.S.-based and foreign-based non-profit organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), public international organizations, institutions of higher education, and for-profit organizations or businesses. The deadline for applications is April 15, 2024. The award amount is set at $1,973,358. For more information and inquiries, contact DRL-IF at InternetFreedom@state.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
InternetFreedom@state.gov
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