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Overview
| Donor: | U.S. Mission to Afghanistan |
| Application procedure: | Full Proposal |
| Donor base: | United States |
| Reference number: | SCAKAB-24-GR-002-SCA-04222024 |
| Eligible applicants: | Non-Profit Organisation, Social Business |
| Deadline: | 21.06.2024 |
Financial details
| Grant size: | Medium - up to $1,000,000 |
| Minimum grant size: | 250.000$ |
| Total available budget: | 750.000$ |
| Funding type: | Grants |
| Maximum grant size: | 750.000$ |
| Funding ratio: | up to 100% |
Sectors
- Capacity Building
- Economic Development
- Women & Gender
Project Locations
Asia
Afghanistan
Description
1) Objective
The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Mission Afghanistan is pleased to announce an open competition for eligible organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to empower Afghan women to conduct home-based, remote, and other creative employment arrangements tailored to fit the unique circumstances in Afghanistan. This initiative seeks to address the challenges faced by Afghan women, particularly in accessing employment opportunities, by equipping them with the skills and resources needed for home-based, remote, and other creative employment arrangements.
The program aims to accomplish the following:
- Empower Afghan women with skills and access to resources for home-based, remote work, and other creative employment arrangements.
- Reshape societal perceptions about women’s participation in the workforce to foster an environment conducive to women making meaningful contributions to the local economy.
- Create sustainable pathways towards economic independence and progress for Afghan women.
2) Eligibility
Both non-profit and for profit organizations are eligible to apply.
3) Location
Actions must take place in Afghanistan.
4) Budget
The estimated total program funding for this initiative is $750,000, with an award ceiling of $750,000 and an award floor of $250,000.
5) Application
Proposals must align with the objectives of the initiative and demonstrate a clear strategy for supporting women’s employment and economic growth in Afghanistan. Applications must be submitted by the closing date of June 21, 2024.