Women’s Leadership Development
ID: 351224Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe (DOS-ZWE)

Award Range

$10K - $24K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Community Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351224
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe is forecasting a grant opportunity titled "Women's Leadership Development," aimed at enhancing the leadership skills and networks of women in Zimbabwe while fostering connections with U.S. women leaders. Eligible applicants include Zimbabwean or U.S. media organizations, civil society groups, academic institutions, and NGOs, with a focus on proposals that address barriers to women's leadership and promote collaboration between Zimbabwean and U.S. entities. The total funding available for this initiative is $40,000, with individual awards ranging from $10,000 to $24,000, and proposals must be submitted by February 16, 2024, for consideration. For further information, interested parties can contact Reginah Mawere at mawerer@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Reginah Mawere Grantor
    02428677011000
    mawerer@state.gov
    Files
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    United States Embassy Zimbabwe PD Grant Application Form 2023.pdf
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    The U.S. Embassy Zimbabwe's Public Diplomacy Section provides a grant application form designed for organizations seeking financial assistance for public diplomacy projects. The document outlines specific sections required for submission, including proposal title, contact information, organization details, project activity descriptions, a budget plan, sustainability measures, and alignment with U.S. mission goals in Zimbabwe. Organizations must demonstrate their commitment to equal opportunity employment and provide a comprehensive outline including a project summary, problem statement, goals, activities, and expected impact. Additionally, applicants need to detail their budget, ensuring that administrative costs do not exceed prescribed limits, and outline how the project supports various strategic goals such as promoting democracy, inclusivity, and educational exchanges. The application emphasizes the importance of partners and community support, as well as a clear monitoring and evaluation strategy to gauge project success and risks involved. This structured grant application is critical for facilitating U.S. government support of initiatives that align with its diplomatic objectives in Zimbabwe, fostering local engagement and capacity building.
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