Request for Information (RFI) and Expression of Interest (EOI) on USAID/Burma’s All Youth Learning
ID: 349958Type: 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

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/349958
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission in Burma is seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding its new initiative titled "All Youth Learning," aimed at enhancing foundational literacy, numeracy, livelihoods, and life skills among vulnerable youth in Burma over a proposed five-year period. This initiative is designed to address the educational needs of youth aged 10-29, particularly those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and recent conflicts, by providing equitable access to quality educational opportunities and fostering youth leadership development. Interested stakeholders, including educational institutions and NGOs, are invited to submit their responses by September 13, 2023, detailing their organizational capabilities and relevant experiences, with no funding obligations or awards associated with this RFI. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Thu Ya Soe at burmaoaa@usaid.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Thu Ya Soe AcquisitionAndAssistance Specialist
    009517536509
    burmaoaa@usaid.gov
    Files
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    Attachment 1_ Activity Design Paper.pdf
    Attachment.pdf
    The All Youth Learning initiative, under RFI Number 72048223RFI00001, aims to address the educational needs of Burma's youth (ages 10-29) in the aftermath of COVID-19 and a military coup. It focuses on providing equitable, quality educational opportunities, particularly for those affected by conflict. The program seeks to strengthen foundational literacy, numeracy, and job readiness skills, enabling vulnerable youth to become positive agents of change in their communities. The initiative targets improved access to quality education for out-of-school and marginalized youth, supported by a Theory of Change that emphasizes access to inclusive educational opportunities and favorable conditions for utilizing these skills. Draft objectives include empowering vulnerable youth to enhance their employability, strengthening local educational providers to offer marketable skills training, and creating a conducive environment for youth leadership development. All Youth Learning will complement existing USAID programs by focusing on foundational skills and providing training for marginalized youth, including those needing alternative education opportunities. The initiative will collaborate with civil society organizations and local training institutions to ensure relevance and effectiveness in addressing the educational challenges faced by youth in Burma.
    RFI#72048223RFI00001, All Youth Learning Activity_www.grants.gov.pdf
    RFI#72048223RFI00001,.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development Mission in Burma (USAID/Burma) issued a Request for Information (RFI) on August 23, 2023, concerning a new initiative titled “All Youth Learning.” The program aims to improve foundational literacy, numeracy, livelihoods, and life skills among vulnerable youth in Burma over a proposed five-year timeframe, pending funding availability. The RFI seeks input from local and international stakeholders, including educational institutions, NGOs, and civil society organizations, to inform the activity's design. Interested parties are invited to submit their responses electronically by September 13, 2023, detailing their organizational capability, expression of interest, and relevant past performance in related areas. The RFI poses specific questions aimed at understanding potential strategies for engaging youth, fostering disability-inclusive education, and promoting inclusive development within diverse community contexts. Additionally, it addresses strategies for combating climate change, supporting vocational skill development, and facilitating youth leadership. This RFI serves as a consultation tool rather than a solicitation for proposals, ensuring that feedback will guide USAID’s planning and future activity designs without obligating funding or granting awards. Responses are voluntary and will not lead to compensation or application reviews.
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