Religious and Ethnic Minorities Activity (REMA)
ID: 328631Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Morocco USAID-Rabat (USAID-MOR)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/328631

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    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Morocco is forecasting a funding opportunity for the "Religious and Ethnic Minorities Activity" (REMA), aimed at promoting religious tolerance and preserving the cultural heritage of minority groups in Morocco. This initiative seeks to engage an implementing partner to enhance cultural preservation and support initiatives that foster interfaith dialogue, addressing challenges related to community integration and migration trends affecting minority groups. The program is designed to reinforce Morocco's unique identity and social cohesion, with a budget anticipated between $2.8 million and $3 million over a three-year period (2021-2024). Interested parties are invited to provide feedback on the Draft Program Description by September 10, 2020, to Salya Yacoubi at syacoubi@usaid.gov, as this input will help refine the program's design and implementation strategies.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Salya Yacoubi Supv. A&A Specialist
    212 53763-7906
    syacoubi@usaid.gov
    Files
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    Draft Program Description for REMA RFI - Attachment 1.pdf
    Draft.pdf
    The USAID/Morocco's Religious and Ethnic Minorities Activity (REMA) aims to promote religious tolerance and preserve the cultural heritage of minority groups in Morocco. This draft program seeks to engage an implementing partner that can provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to achieve two primary objectives: enhancing religious and cultural preservation and supporting initiatives promoting tolerance and interfaith dialogue. Given Morocco's history of pluralism and its strategic position as a regional leader in interfaith dialogue, the program responds to recent challenges of community integration and migration trends affecting minority groups. The proposed activities should focus on community engagement and educational efforts that celebrate shared heritage, ensuring benefits to all Moroccan citizens and residents rather than specific groups. Key objectives include the preservation of significant cultural sites, documenting histories, promoting public awareness campaigns, and encouraging interfaith partnerships. The program emphasizes sustainable community-led initiatives, local ownership, and the involvement of diverse stakeholders, including government entities and the Moroccan diaspora. Overall, REMA aims to reinforce Morocco's unique identity by fostering inclusive social cohesion and mitigating potential tensions among religious and ethnic communities, while aligning with broader USAID and Moroccan government strategies.
    Guiding Questions for REMA RFI - Attachment 2.docx
    Guiding.bin
    REMA RFI Coversheet.pdf
    REMA.pdf
    The Request for Information (RFI) issued by USAID/Morocco seeks feedback on the proposed "Religious and Ethnic Minorities Activity" (REMA) aimed at enhancing religious tolerance and preserving cultural heritage sites in Morocco over a three-year period (2021-2024), with an anticipated budget of $2.8-3 million. Interested parties are invited to review the Draft Program Description and provide insights on its objectives, implementation strategies, and overall design to enhance the program's effectiveness. The feedback, while voluntary, will guide USAID in refining its approach and is essential for potential applicants to understand USAID’s expectations. Respondents should adhere to specific submission guidelines in terms of format and content and submit their responses by September 10, 2020. Importantly, this RFI is not a solicitation for proposals and does not obligate the US government to issue funding opportunities. The initiative emphasizes collaboration with potential partners to foster improved outcomes for religious and ethnic minorities in Morocco.
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