Young Pacific Leaders Regional Workshop on Cultural Preservation and Storytelling Advocacy
ID: 354961Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to New Zealand (DOS-NZL)

Award Range

$250K - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Community Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354961
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to New Zealand is offering a funding opportunity for the Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Regional Workshop focused on Cultural Preservation and Storytelling Advocacy. This initiative aims to empower emerging leaders in the Pacific region by developing their skills in preserving cultural heritage through the use of digital tools, including AI, and fostering collaboration among diverse practitioners. The workshop, scheduled for 2025-2026 and lasting a minimum of four days, will take place in a Pacific nation and is designed to build local capacity while integrating leadership and civic engagement themes. The total funding available for this project is $250,000, with proposals due by July 31, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to Tracey Zemanek at the U.S. Embassy via email at publicaffairsusnz@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    publicaffairsusnz@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    YPL 2024 NOFO - Regional Workshop Cultural Preservation & Digital Storytelling.pdf
    YPL.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in New Zealand is announcing a funding opportunity for a Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Regional Workshop focusing on Cultural Preservation and Storytelling Advocacy, aimed at empowering emerging leaders in the Pacific region. With a total funding of $250,000 available, this initiative seeks to leverage digital tools, including AI, to enhance cultural heritage advocacy. The workshop is slated for 2025-2026 and will be held in a Pacific nation, lasting a minimum of four days. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, NGOs, and educational institutions from specified Pacific countries, with a deadline for proposals set for July 31, 2024. The main objectives include building local capacity, fostering collaboration among diverse practitioners, and integrating leadership and civic engagement themes. The project requires thorough pre- and post-workshop evaluations to measure effectiveness, alongside ongoing mentorship initiatives. U.S. Embassy New Zealand emphasizes the importance of project sustainability and cost-effectiveness in applications. The selection process will focus on project originality, planning capability, and institutional capacity. Detailed guidelines for application submission are provided, along with strict eligibility requirements to maintain the integrity of the funding process.
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