The U.S. Embassy Cotonou Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State announces a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from organizations interested in applying for funding for program proposals that strengthen ties between the peoples of the United States and Benin through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element, or a 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.
Project proposals submitted through this Annual Program Statement (APS) should address one of the following Priority Program Objectives:
- Vulnerable Groups Empowerment
- Investigative Journalism
- U.S.- Benin Partnership
- Skills for Success
Examples of PDS-funded programs include, but are not limited to:
- Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs;
- Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions;
- Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs;
- Professional and academic exchanges and programs;
- Experiential learning activities (e.g. Model UN, Model Government).
Institutional Limit: 1 Statement of Interest
Internal Deadline: May 15, 2024, 4:45pm
Funder's Deadline: May 30, 2024, 11:59pm ET
