Creation of an English Language Teacher Association
ID: 353937Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan (DOS-UZB)

Award Range

$100K - $700K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353937
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan is offering a funding opportunity for the creation of an English Language Teacher Association aimed at enhancing English language education in Uzbekistan. This initiative seeks to support the establishment and registration of a new teaching association primarily for alumni of the English Speaking Nation (ESN) program and other exceptional English language teachers, focusing on professional development activities and collaboration among educators. The funding, with a ceiling of $700,000 and a deadline for applications on June 28, 2024, is intended to improve the quality of English language teaching and learning, thereby promoting economic growth and educational excellence in the region. Interested applicants, including accredited educational institutions and nonprofit organizations legally operating in Uzbekistan, can direct inquiries to TashkentEnglish@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    TashkentEnglish@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Attachment 1. SF424.pdf
    Attachment 2. SF-424A.pdf
    Attachment 3- SF424B-Assurances_Organizations.pdf
    Attachment 4. Technical Proposal.pdf
    Attachment 5- Applicant Organization Survey.pdf
    Attachment 6-M&E Performance Monitoring Plan Template.pdf
    Attachment 6.1-M&E Performance Monitoring Plan Instructions .pdf
    Attachment 7. PDS Budget Narrative Template.xlsx
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    Attachment.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy Grants Program Application outlines the process for organizations to apply for funding by providing a structured format for project proposals. The application spans multiple sections, facilitated by a detailed framework that includes an executive summary, organizational background, proposed project description, work plan, expected outcomes, and budget overview. Key components require applicants to articulate their project’s objectives, intended beneficiaries, implementation strategies, and how success will be measured through specific indicators. Furthermore, applicants must address potential challenges and outline their organization’s expertise and past funding experiences. The document emphasizes adherence to submission guidelines, including a page limit of 15 pages, and provides contact details for inquiries. Overall, this application serves as a comprehensive tool for organizations seeking to secure U.S. Embassy funding while ensuring transparency and accountability in the proposed projects.
    Tashkent_PDS_FY24-008_Creation of an English Language Teacher Association.pdf
    Tashkent_PDS_FY24-008_Creation.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State Embassy in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is offering a funding opportunity for the creation of an English Language Teacher Association, primarily aimed at alumni from the English Speaking Nation (ESN) program. The cooperative agreement, with a funding ceiling of $700,000 and a deadline for applications on June 17, 2024, seeks to improve English teaching quality in Uzbekistan. The initiative will support organizing and registering a new association, fostering collaboration among English educators, and enhancing pedagogical skills through professional development activities. The project will include recruitment, training, and advocacy initiatives, with an emphasis on diversity and inclusion. Eligible applicants include accredited educational institutions and nonprofit organizations legally operating in Uzbekistan. Proposals will be evaluated based on program feasibility, organizational capacity, project planning, budget justification, monitoring and evaluation plans, and sustainability strategies. The funding instrument allows for a higher level of government involvement in the project implementation process. This initiative underscores the U.S. commitment to advancing English language education as a means to promote economic growth and educational excellence in Uzbekistan.
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