The U.S. Mission to New Zealand is offering a funding opportunity titled "Young Pacific Leaders – Model Pacific Islands Forum," aimed at empowering emerging leaders aged 25-40 from Pacific nations. This initiative seeks proposals from eligible private institutions of higher education and non-profit organizations to develop a year-long program that includes internships, a youth Model PIF meeting, and mock parliaments across Micronesia, Polynesia, and Melanesia, focusing on enhancing leadership skills and fostering U.S.-Pacific relations. With a total funding amount of $450,000, the program is expected to start on October 1, 2024, and run for up to 48 months, with applications due by July 31, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to Tracey Zemanek at publicaffairsusnz@state.gov for further information.