U.S. Embassy Banjul PAS Annual Program Statement (Small Grant)

Overview

<p>The U.S. Embassy Banjul 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. The purpose of the Small Grant PAS in Banjul, Gambia, is to invite proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the United States and The Gambia through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. 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.</p> <p>Examples of PAS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited:</p> <ul> <li>Academic and professional lectures, seminars and speaker programs;</li> <li>Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances and exhibitions;</li> <li>Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs;</li> <li>Professional and academic exchanges and programs;</li> <li>Academic clubs focusing on extracurricular activities and student achievement;</li> <li>Professional training for journalists; or</li> <li>Social movement programs to Programs to support political transparency</li> </ul> <p>Priority Program Areas:</p> <ul> <li>Strengthening Democratic Institutions</li> <li>Empowering Civil Society</li> <li>Bolstering Education</li> <li>Improving the capacity of Gambians to lead the country’s development</li> </ul> <p>Participants and Audiences:<br>All proposals should focus on engaging Gambians in The Gambia. Proposals that reach marginalized communities and youth are encouraged.</p>