The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U. S. Embassy in Colombo announces an open competition to implement a program to carry out the design and implementation of the English Access Scholarship Program, 2025-202 7. The English Access Scholarship Program aims to empower bright, talented, and economically
disadvantaged students by developing their English language proficiency and fostering a deeper understanding of U.S.-Sri Lanka cross-cultural relations.
The program emphasizes 21st century and global citizenship skills to build confidence and inspire public service in an increasingly interconnected world.
In addition to English language abilities, these skills include critical and creative thinking, leadership, information technology, civic engagement, and media literacy.
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Obtain Full Opportunity Text:Grant Opportunities page, US Embassy Colombo
Additional Information of Eligibility:Since DOE EPSCoR is currently following NSF EPSCoR eligibility determinations, the following jurisdictions will be eligible for this FOA: Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, West Virginia, and Wyoming
Full Opportunity Web Address:https://lk.usembassy.gov/grant-opportunities/Contact: Agency Email Description: Grant Management Team inbox
Agency Email: Date Posted: 2024-09-19
Application Due Date: Archive Date: 2024-11-23