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Grant for Documentation and Accountability of Religious Freedom Abuses in Nigeria

This opportunity from the U.S. Department of State's Office of International Religious Freedom (IRF) seeks to fund projects that enhance the documentation and reporting of religious freedom abuses in Nigeria. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of State, Office of International Religious Freedom (IRF) - Scope of Work: - Support projects that document and report on religious freedom abuses, with a focus on accountability, advocacy, and memorialization - Target violence by groups such as Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa - Prioritize activities in Nigeria's Middle Belt and at least three other states - Build capacity for civil society organizations to engage with regional and international accountability mechanisms - Funding and Performance: - Total funding available: $3,500,000 - Single award for a period of 24-48 months - Eligibility and Requirements: - Open to non-profits, public international organizations, higher education institutions, and for-profit entities (with restrictions; non-profits preferred) - Applicants must demonstrate experience with similar projects and understanding of Nigeria's security environment - Compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws is mandatory - No cost sharing or matching required; for-profit entities may not earn profit - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on capacity building, accountability, and engagement with advocacy and memorialization mechanisms - Activities must address abuses by armed groups and support civil society documentation efforts

Description

The Office of International Religious Freedom (IRF) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that improve documentation and reporting efforts on religious freedom abuses in Nigeria, for the purposes of accountability, advocacy, and memorialization. The program aims to enhance civil society's capacity to document abuses, pursue accountability actions, and engage with regional and international mechanisms. Applicants must demonstrate understanding of the security challenges in Nigeria and have experience managing similar projects. The award is a grant with a fixed amount of $3,500,000 for a single award over 24-48 months.

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