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STEM Summer Exchange Program for Dominican Youth – Educational and Cultural Programming

This opportunity from the U.S. Department of State seeks proposals for a STEM summer exchange program for Dominican university students. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo, Public Diplomacy Section - Eligible Applicants: - U.S. public and private educational institutions - U.S. not-for-profit organizations - Services Requested: - Design and delivery of educational and cultural programming for Dominican university students aged 18-30 pursuing STEM degrees - Activities include: - Technology and science fairs - University visits (lectures and labs) - Innovation showcases - Workshops and speaker series - Networking events - Mentorship opportunities - EducationUSA engagement focused on emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, semiconductors, engineering, and STEM education - Unique Requirements: - Target audience is Dominican university students in STEM fields - Limited involvement from the U.S. Embassy; focus on strategic alignment and participant coordination - Awards range from $30,000 to $80,000 - Performance period is 12 to 24 months, with potential for continuation grants - No OEMs or commercial products are requested; the solicitation is for educational and cultural programming services

Description

The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo seeks to increase Dominican youth engagement with U.S.-linked opportunities in science, technology, engineering, innovation, and higher education. The program will include public-facing activities such as technology and science fairs, networking events, mentorship opportunities, innovation showcases, university visits, and EducationUSA engagement. It targets Dominican university students aged 18-30 pursuing STEM degrees, aiming to increase awareness of U.S. academic and exchange opportunities and strengthen connections with U.S. institutions. The award will be administered as a grant with limited involvement from the U.S. Embassy to support strategic alignment and participant coordination.

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