Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #OFOP0003594
EducationUSA AI Roadshow Grant for U.S. Higher Education Engagement in Iraq
Posted
August 12, 2026
Respond By
September 11, 2026
Identifier
OFOP0003594
NAICS
923110, 813211
This opportunity is a grant from the U.S. Mission to Iraq for the EducationUSA AI Roadshow, focused on academic engagement and AI program promotion. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Mission to Iraq (U.S. Department of State) - Program Overview: - EducationUSA AI Roadshow to bring U.S. higher education experts to Iraq - Showcase American artificial intelligence (AI) programs - Attract international students to U.S. institutions - Foster partnerships between U.S. universities and technology companies - Funding Details: - Estimated grant value: $200,000 - Funded under Assistance Listing 19.021 -- Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa - Eligibility: - Open to U.S. and foreign not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, NGOs, public and private educational institutions, public international organizations, and governmental institutions - Applicants must have experience in similar programs and the capacity to operate in Iraq or have active partnerships in Iraq - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on promoting U.S. standards for ethical AI, data privacy, and intellectual property protection - No specific OEMs, vendors, or product part numbers are mentioned, as this is a programmatic grant rather than a product or equipment procurement.
Description
The EducationUSA AI Roadshow brings U.S. higher education experts to Iraq to showcase U.S. artificial intelligence programs, attract international students, and build partnerships between universities to drive trade with key tech companies. The program aims to strengthen U.S. foreign policy in a region influenced by competing global powers by promoting U.S. standards for ethical AI, data privacy, and intellectual property protection. Eligible applicants include US and foreign not-for-profit organizations, public and private educational institutions, and public international organizations and governmental institutions with experience and capacity to operate in Iraq.