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Grants for Demonstration Projects: Universal Symbol for Language Assistance in Health Settings

This opportunity from the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, Office of Minority Health, seeks demonstration projects to evaluate a universal symbol for language assistance services in health settings. - Government Buyer: - Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, Office of Minority Health - Products/Services Requested: - Demonstration projects to support and evaluate a universal symbol indicating the availability of language assistance services - Focus on health settings and individuals with limited English proficiency or communication disabilities - Eligibility and Requirements: - Open to private nonprofit or public entities in a State, including faith-based, community-based, and Native American organizations - Projects must assess the symbol's effectiveness in raising awareness and prompting requests for language assistance - Emphasis on sustainability beyond the grant period - Funding Details: - Total estimated program funding: $3,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 5 - Award range: $500,000 to $600,000 per project - No specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are mentioned - Notable Requirements: - Projects must align with Section 1707 of the Public Health Service Act and relevant executive orders - Annual continuation applications required for multi-year projects, contingent on progress and funding

Description

The Office of Minority Health announces funding availability for Fiscal Year 2025 for demonstration projects to support and evaluate the use of a universal symbol indicating the availability of language assistance services in health settings. These projects aim to assess the effectiveness of the symbol in raising awareness and encouraging requests for language assistance among individuals with limited English proficiency and communication disabilities. Eligible applicants include private nonprofit or public entities located in a State, including faith-based and community-based organizations, as well as American Indian/Alaska Native/Native American organizations. The initiative aligns with goals to improve healthcare access and communication for new Americans and individuals with disabilities.

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