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Grant for Vietnam CyberSafe Hacks 2026: Cyber Scam Prevention and Capacity Building Program

This opportunity is a grant from the U.S. Department of State's Consulate General Ho Chi Minh City to implement a program combating cyber scams and trafficking in Vietnam. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Consulate General Ho Chi Minh City, Public Diplomacy Section - Program Scope: - Target audience: Vietnamese youth aged 18-30 - Educate 5,000 individuals on cyber scams and trafficking - Train 200-400+ participants in cybersecurity and emerging American technologies, including open-source AI - Organize hackathons to develop 50-100 prototype solutions for scam detection, prevention, and victim protection - Funding and Eligibility: - Total grant funding: $35,633 for a single award - Eligible applicants: Not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, public international organizations, and governmental institutions (for-profit entities excluded) - Notable Requirements: - Substantial involvement from the U.S. Consulate General in program development and scheduling - Clear definition of responsibilities for any subcontracted entities - Mandatory registration in SAM.gov - No specific OEMs, vendors, or commercial products are named; the focus is on service delivery, training, and capacity building - Performance period is 6 to 12 months, with potential for continuation grants based on performance and funding

Description

The U.S. Department of State's Consulate General Ho Chi Minh City announces an open competition to implement a program to combat cyber scams. The program aims to equip and deploy students and early-stage professionals aged 18-30 to raise awareness of, and reduce vulnerabilities to, cyber scams and trafficking. Participants will develop skills in emerging American technologies and cybersecurity to build practical, innovative, secure, and legally compliant solutions addressing these challenges. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and public international organizations. The award amount is $35,633 with one expected award.

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