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U.S. Embassy Abidjan Seeks Proposals for Workforce Development Program in Côte d’Ivoire

The U.S. Embassy Abidjan, under the U.S. Department of State's Public Diplomacy Section, is seeking proposals for the Freedom250 Workforce Development and Skills-Building Program in Côte d’Ivoire. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Abidjan, Public Diplomacy Section - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Implementation of a workforce development and skills-building program - Target audience: 1,200 youth and 60 educators (ages 17-40) in Abidjan, Yamoussoukro, Bouak, and Korhogo - Focus areas: English proficiency, employability skills, and technology skills (artificial intelligence, coding, robotics, entrepreneurship) - Engagement with U.S. institutions and private sector partners to support U.S. trade, investment, and innovation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Program must emphasize U.S. values, innovation, and leadership - Outcomes should include increased employment, internships, and entrepreneurship linked to U.S. business - Awards range from $10,000 to $19,000, with a total available funding of $25,000 and two anticipated awards - Eligible applicants: U.S. or foreign not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals (for-profit entities excluded) - SAM.gov registration required for organizations - Excludes projects related to partisan politics, charity, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, scientific research, commercial projects, or duplicating existing efforts

Description

The U.S. Embassy Abidjan's Public Diplomacy Section is seeking proposals to implement a workforce development and skills-building program through its network of American Spaces in Côte d’Ivoire. The program aims to build a pipeline of skilled, English-capable Ivoirian youth to support U.S. trade, investment, and innovation partnerships while expanding economic opportunity and stability. Target participants include university students, educators, and early-career professionals aged 17-40 in key cities such as Abidjan, Yamoussoukro, Bouak, and Korhogo. Activities will focus on employability skills, English proficiency, and practical technology skills including artificial intelligence, coding, and entrepreneurship, while increasing engagement with U.S. institutions and private sector partners. The program aligns with U.S. foreign policy priorities and the Freedom 250 celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

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