Alumni Small Grants (ASG) U.S. Mission to Turkmenistan
The U.S. Mission to Turkmenistan, under the U.S. Department of State, is offering funding through the Alumni Small Grants Program. This program is designed for alumni of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored exchanged programs. The grants aim to support projects that enhance the connections between the United States and Turkmenistan through cultural and professional initiatives that emphasize shared values and promote bilateral cooperation.
The projects funded by these grants are expected to take place in Turkmenistan, including in the American Corners in Dashoguz, Mary, and Turkmenabat, as well as the American Center in Ashgabat. They should incorporate cultural elements or draw from the applicant's U.S. exchange experience in a specific field. Additionally, the projects should foster increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.
The goal of these projects is to strengthen the capacity of U.S. government exchange alumni, particularly youth from underserved communities in Turkmenistan, to participate in economic, educational, and community service activities that emphasize shared values and bilateral cooperation. The target audience for these projects may include students at secondary and university levels, women and girls, journalists, media professionals, entrepreneurs, artists, musicians, and various underserved or vulnerable populations.
The grant proposals should address one or more of the following objectives:
1. Increase alumni engagement through tailored capacity building trainings to support and strengthen the U.S.-Turkmenistan Alumni Association (USTAA).
2. Equip youth from rural and underserved communities with knowledge and skills related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM).
3. Increase English language proficiency skills of youth and young adults from Ahal, Balkan, Dashoguz, Mary, and Lebap regions or young professionals of specific fields through training and interactive activities.
4. Build organizational capacity of civil society organizations to improve institutional accountability, transparency, and support for local communities across Turkmenistan.
5. Equip young adults with media literacy skills to recognize, analyze, and counteract mis/disinformation across various digital media platforms.
6. Increase awareness and willingness of participants to adopt sustainable practices in their daily lives through community dialogues or workshops on climate change and environmental sustainability.
7. Equip women, youth, and residents of remote regions with business and entrepreneurship skills through practical and hands-on training, mentorship, and internship opportunities.
8. Increase the number of advocacy initiatives aimed at advancing the rights for people with disabilities by raising awareness, promoting inclusive policies, and engaging government stakeholders.
9. Increase participation of women and youth from vulnerable and marginalized groups in economic empowerment and civic engagement activities.
Applicants are encouraged to choose one or more project objectives listed above or suggest their own objectives. They should also identify indicators that track success towards progress made towards objectives and develop their own Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plans. The grant proposals must address a tangible need in a community and have measurable outcomes.
The deadline for submitting grant proposals is August 20, 2024. The award ceiling for each grant is $15,000, with a minimum award floor of $5,000. It is expected that 10 grants will be awarded.
For more information and to submit grant proposals, interested parties can contact the Public Diplomacy Section at p
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