Request for Information (RFI) and Expression of Interest (EOI) on USAID/Burma Higher Education Scholarship Program Activity
ID: 343413Type: 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 through a Request for Information (RFI) and Expression of Interest (EOI) regarding a new Higher Education Scholarship Program Activity aimed at enhancing access to inclusive higher education for youth in Burma. This initiative is designed to explore scholarship opportunities for students to study either locally or at regional institutions, particularly in light of challenges posed by the ongoing political crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. The program's objectives align with USAID’s broader educational goals in Burma, focusing on developing a robust higher education framework that prepares young leaders for future contributions in various fields. Interested parties can reach out to Thu Ya Soe, Acquisition and Assistance Specialist, at burmaoaa@usaid.gov or by phone at 009517536509 for further information. This opportunity is currently forecasted with no cost-sharing requirements and is expected to be implemented over a five-year period, contingent upon funding availability.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Thu Ya Soe Acquisition And Assistance Specialist
    009517536509
    burmaoaa@usaid.gov
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) and Expression of Interest (EOI) regarding a new Higher Education Scholarship Program Activity in Burma. Issued on September 9, 2022, this initiative aims to enhance access to inclusive higher education for Burmese youth by exploring scholarship opportunities for study either locally or in regional institutions. This RFI follows previous outreach to gather ideas on higher education programming and focuses specifically on the challenges faced by students due to the ongoing political crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. Key areas of interest include potential risks associated with scholarship provision, barriers to studying abroad, existing programs for English language support, and ways to foster goodwill toward American culture among Burmese scholars. Respondents are encouraged to provide insights into higher education institutions capable of offering relevant programs, the support necessary for scholarship recipients, and potential community engagement through service learning. The overarching goal is to facilitate a robust higher education framework that prepares young leaders for future contributions in various fields, aligning with USAID’s broader educational objectives in Burma.
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