The Public Affairs Section of the U. S. Embassy in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo announces an open competition for organizations to coordinate events surrounding its Woman of Courage Ceremony, as part of its month-long celebration of Womens History and Womens rights.
This initiative
will consist of a nomination period, selection of a winning candidate, the organization of publicity efforts surrounding the winner, and an invitation-only awards ceremony with significant media coverage.
Please follow all instructions in the attached announcement carefully.
Agency: Department of StateOffice: U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo
Estimated Funding: $30,000
Obtain Full Opportunity Text:Not Available
Additional Information of Eligibility:The U. S. Embassy Kinshasa Public Affairs Section encourages applications from non-governmental organizations or private businesses with presences in Kinshasa.
These organizations must demonstrate a track record of accomplishments, and of well-run events in Kinshasa.
All applicants must represent organizations with a DUNS number, or must be in the process of applying for one.
The U. S. Embassy Kinshasa Public Affairs Section encourages applicants to provide cost-sharing from additional sources in support of this project.
The Public Affairs Section also encourages projects that use highly skilled volunteers as an element of cost-sharing.
Applications should explain clearly other likely sources of funding and how the volunteers will be used.
Such cost-sharing aspects will weigh in favor of applicants for these grants.
Full Opportunity Web Address:Contact: Austin RichardsonPublic Diplomacy OfficerPhone 00243817152404
Agency Email Description: Official
Agency Email: RichardsonAR@state.gov
Date Posted: 2012-01-09
Application Due Date: 2012-01-31
Archive Date: 2012-03-01