U.S. Embassy Namibia Media Literacy and Counter Disinformation Programs
ID: 355325Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Namibia (DOS-NAM)

Award Range

$5K - $10K

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355325

Additional Information

https://na.usembassy.gov/education-culture/grant-programs/
Timeline
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    Forecast Posted Not available
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    Forecast Due Not available
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    Posted Jul 11, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Aug 16, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The U.S. Mission to Namibia is inviting applications for grants aimed at implementing Media Literacy and Counter Disinformation Programs. The primary objective of this funding opportunity is to enhance media literacy, mitigate the impact of misinformation, and promote awareness of fact-checking among Namibians aged 18 to 50, with a focus on strengthening cultural ties between the United States and Namibia. Eligible applicants include registered not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, and civil society groups with relevant programming experience, particularly those demonstrating expertise in the Namibian context. The total funding available is $10,000, with individual awards ranging from $5,000 to $10,000, and the application deadline is August 16, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Julia Haludilu at WindhoekPublicDiplomacy@state.gov or by phone at 061 202 5203.

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