U.S. Embassy Bratislava PAS Annual Program Statement

Description

1) Objective

The U.S. Embassy Bratislava Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. PAS Bratislava invites proposals for programs that strengthen societal and cultural ties between the U.S. and Slovakia through programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs should include a clear American component – a collaboration with American people, expert/s, organization/s, and or institution/s that will promote increased U.S.-Slovak ties and mutual understanding. Project proposals should have an intrinsic public diplomacy objective in support of the Priority Program Areas listed below.

Priority Program Areas are:

• Supporting Slovakia’s transatlantic orientation by addressing hybrid threats, including disinformation and cyber security.
• Supporting Slovakia’s capacity to address rule of law, including Trafficking in Persons (TIP) and anti-corruption efforts.
• Strengthening independent media and journalism and helping to foster critical thinking.
• Promoting economic prosperity and energy security through partnership with the U.S., including innovative approaches to technology, and entrepreneurship
• Contributing to Slovakia’s efforts to support human rights and foster a culture of tolerance and integration.
• Encouraging women’s empowerment.
• Promoting cross-cultural understanding and supporting English language learning in Slovakia.

2) Eligibility

Eligible are: (1) Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations; (2) Individuals; (3) Non-profit or governmental educational or cultural institutions; (4) Governmental institutions.

3) Location

Actions must take place in Slovak Republic.

4) Budget

Grants may range from $1,000-$25,000. They tend to award 20 contracts.

5) Application

Applications are due no later than 17 June 2024.