U.S. Mission to Nigeria U.S. Consulate Lagos Annual Program Statement (APS)

Overview

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION 
PDS Lagos invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and Nigeria 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. 

Examples of PDS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to: 
•    Academic and professional lectures and seminars 
•    Exchanges and speaker programs 
•    Artistic and cultural workshops, performances, festivals, exhibitions, media events 
•    Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs 
•    Training and empowerment programs 
•    Leadership, youth, and sports programs 
•    Initiatives that support democratic values such as freedom of the press 
•    Programs that advance peace, security, and national unity 

The announcement is an open competition for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that are either registered in Nigeria or the United State that will implement their projects in the U.S. Consulate’s area of responsibilities: Abia, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Imo, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, and Rivers states. Page 2 of 12 

Priority Program Areas: 
1.    Women and girls’ empowerment 

• Digital and 21st Century skills 
• Mentorship and leadership training 
• Political participation 

2.    Promote democracy, good governance, and human rights 

• Civic engagement 
• Youth activism 
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility of marginalized groups 

3.    Environmental and climate change issues 

• Community service projects 
• Public awareness campaigns 

4.    Entrepreneurship and innovation 

• Tech 
• Creative industries (film, music, fashion, literature, fine and performing arts) 
• Women 

5.    Cultural Preservation 

• Training and capacity-building for local professionals 
• Educational and cultural exchange for curators and art conservators 

6.    Education (focus on public secondary school) 

• Curriculum development 
• Teacher training 
• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)

Applicants are only allowed to submit one proposal per organization. If more than one proposal is submitted from an organization, all proposals from that institution will be considered ineligible for funding.