U.S. Embassy Kampala Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement

Description

1) Objective

The objectives of the Public Diplomacy Grant Program are to promote understanding and foster positive relations between the people of Uganda and the United States; reinforce shared values on the topics listed below; and connect high potential Ugandan youth and young professionals (aged 16-35) as well as established professional leaders to the American people. All programs MUST include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.

Priority Program Areas are:
· Strengthen media practitioners and institutions with U.S. principles and methods for achieving free, accurate, and objective media practices.
· Strengthen media practitioners’ and consumers’ ability to detect and combat information manipulation.
· Foster shared U.S. and African values on civic engagement and democratic principles among youth and young professionals, including civic education programs.
· Strengthen alumni networks and associations.
· Increase business skills for entrepreneurial activities for youth.
· Strengthen ties between U.S. and Ugandan institutions of higher education.

2) Eligibility

Eligible applicants include Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations ; Public and private educational institutions; Individuals; Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions.

3) Location

Actions must take place in Uganda.

4) Budget

Grants may range from $15,000 to $200,000.

5) Application

The application deadline is 2 June 2025.