U.S. Embassy in Madagascar and Comoros PDS Annual Program Statement

Overview

<p>The Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program supports projects proposed by U.S., Malagasy, and/or Comorian educational, cultural, and other non-profit organizations or individuals that promote U.S. values, strengthen understanding between U.S. and Malagasy and/or Comorian people and institutions, and/or support U.S. Embassy goals of promoting transparency and good governance, economic prosperity, and sustainable development of natural resources. All programs must include a U.S. cultural element, or connection with U.S. expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) that will promote increased<br>understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.</p> <p>Examples of Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to:<br>• Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs;<br>• Training, workshops, or courses to develop professional or academic skills;<br>• Youth engagement programs;<br>• Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions;<br>• Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs;<br>• Professional and academic exchanges and programs;<br>• Communication campaign related to human rights, democracy, and environment.</p> <p>Priority Program Areas:<br>• Improving English language learning through curriculum development, teacher training, and/or developing partnerships with U.S. education institutions;<br>• Promoting U.S. culture and values;<br>• Advancing good governance and democratic values including accountability and human rights in Madagascar and/or Comoros through the promotion of educated civic participation, particularly among youth and women;<br>• Enhancing youth leadership and engagement;<br>• Advancing a free and responsible press and combatting disinformation;<br>• Increasing opportunity for women, girls, minorities, and/or disadvantaged populations;<br>• Developing skills in innovation technology, STEM, and entrepreneurship; and,<br>• Improving sustainable management of natural resources and biodiversity conservation through environmental action programs.</p>