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Public Diplomacy Program Grants for U.S.-Mexico Cultural and Educational Initiatives

The U.S. Department of State's Public Diplomacy Mission Mexico is seeking proposals for programs that foster cultural, educational, security, and economic ties between the United States and Mexico. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Public Diplomacy Mission Mexico - Public Diplomacy Section, Mission Mexico - Eligible Applicants: - Not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, civil society/non-governmental organizations - Public and private educational institutions, individuals, public international organizations, and governmental institutions - For-profit entities are not eligible - Requested Services: - Implementation of programs to strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding - Focus areas: American innovation, countering adversarial influence, security cooperation, U.S. partnership promotion, advancing trade - All programs must include a U.S. cultural element or a connection with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions - Funding Details: - Total anticipated funding up to $500,000 - Individual awards range from $300,000 to $500,000 - Up to 30 awards expected - Period of Performance: - Projects should be completed within 18 months - Continuation grants may be considered based on progress and funding - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Collaboration with U.S. government program alumni is encouraged - Excludes projects related to partisan political activity, direct social services, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, scientific research, commercial projects, or institutional development - Place of Performance: - Public Diplomacy Mission Mexico, Mexico City

Description

The U.S. Department of State's Public Diplomacy Mission Mexico announces an open competition to implement a program aimed at strengthening cultural ties and mutual understanding between the U.S. and Mexico. The program focuses on cultural, economic, security, educational, professional, and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include a U.S. cultural element or connection with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions to promote understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. Programs that involve multiple states or promote collaboration and networking among U.S. government program alumni are encouraged.

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