U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement

Overview

PDS Finland invites proposals for programs that promote bilateral cooperation and highlight shared values.  All programs must include an American perspective, societal or 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 viewpoints.  Additionally, programs must include a public outreach component(s), such as livestreaming, masterclasses, traditional media, digital outreach, or events open to audiences. 

Examples of PDS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to:

• Academic and professional lectures, and seminars;
• Professional and academic exchanges and programs;
• Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions

Priority Program Areas:

• Proposals that relate to the Arctic and increasing cooperation between Arctic states and communities;
• Addressing climate change and changing environmental conditions;
• Proposals that advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility;
• Proposals that address global security challenges and increasing understanding of NATO, including programs in support of Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) initiatives;
• Proposals that increase collaboration and exchange between American and Finnish students and teachers;
• Proposals that promote economic prosperity, entrepreneurship, and innovation

The Public Diplomacy Section will accept proposals throughout the year and will review proposals according to the following schedule:  

• Proposals received between February 10-April 1 will be reviewed by April 15 with responses going out by April 30, 2023.
• Proposals received between April 2-June 1 will be reviewed by June 15 with responses going out by June 30, 2023.
• Proposals received between June 2-August 31 will be reviewed by September 15 with responses going out by September 30, 2023.