Countering Disinformation Training for Vernacular Language Journalists
ID: 353414Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to India (DOS-IND)

Award Range

$100K - $175K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353414
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to India is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Countering Disinformation Training for Vernacular Language Journalists." This initiative aims to provide 20 to 25 journalists from media outlets and digital platforms in five regional languages—Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, Bengali, and Hindi—with 18 months of hands-on training focused on countering disinformation and utilizing fact-checking resources. The program is designed to enhance the skills of local language journalists in verifying news content and fostering a network of responsible journalists in India, thereby promoting audience trust over the urgency of breaking news. Interested applicants, including private institutions of higher education and not-for-profit organizations, can apply for funding amounts ranging from $100,000 to $175,000, with applications due by May 17, 2024. For further inquiries, applicants may contact the Hyderabad grants team at HYDGrantApplications@state.gov.

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    Attachment 1 - Applicant Organization Info.docx
    Attachment 2 - Suggested Application Format.docx
    Attachment 3 - Budget Template.xlsx
    Attachment 4 - M&E Performance Monitoring Plan.docx
    Attachment 4.1 - Instructions - M&E Performance Monitoring Plan.docx
    Attachment 5 - SF424.pdf
    Attachment 6 - SF424A.pdf
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    Attachment.pdf
    The document outlines the Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424), a key form used in federal grant requests, federal funding applications, and submissions for local and state requests for proposals (RFPs). It consists of essential applicant information, such as the type of submission, dates, identifiers, and organizational details, including the applicant's legal name, EIN/TIN, and DUNS number. The form requires specifying the federal agency involved, relevant funding opportunity and areas affected by the proposed project, as well as a descriptive project title. Additionally, it mandates the reporting of estimated funding amounts and congressional districts impacted. The application underscores the applicant's certification of accuracy and completeness, adherence to federal guidelines, and falsification penalties. This document serves as a formal request and necessary documentation for applying for federal funding, ensuring accurate tracking and accountability throughout the funding process.
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