USG Exchange Program Logistics and Honorarium
ID: 356898Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Mozambique (DOS-MOZ)

Award Range

$10K - $21K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Mozambique is inviting applications for the "USG Exchange Program Logistics and Honorarium" grant, aimed at facilitating domestic travel logistics for U.S. Government exchange program participants. The selected organization will be responsible for organizing travel logistics, orientation venues, and schedules for various exchange programs, including the YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship, while also providing honoraria for guest speakers and alumni involved in the selection process. This opportunity is crucial for enhancing public diplomacy efforts and supporting educational exchanges, with a total funding amount of $21,000 available for one award. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by December 20, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Maputopdproposals@state.gov.

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