Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0007589
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) offered a discretionary funding opportunity titled "DRL FY2020: Global Participation and Protection of Women Civil Society Activists, Journalists, and Peacebuilders" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0007589; CFDA 19.345). The program was set up as an open competition inviting organizations to propose projects that strengthen both the participation and the protection of women who are active in civil society, journalism, and peacebuilding, particularly in countries where women are already playing central roles in conflict prevention or in broader political and social transitions. In practical terms, the grant focus combines two linked goals: helping women meaningfully take part in public and political processes, and reducing the threats, intimidation, harassment, and other risks they face because of that engagement.
The award mechanism for this opportunity was a cooperative agreement, which typically signals that the government anticipates a higher level of involvement during the implementation of the project than would be expected under a standard grant. The funding ceiling was up to $1,000,000 per award, and DRL anticipated making approximately two awards under this competition, suggesting a relatively selective process and an emphasis on well-developed, scalable projects with clear impact. The opportunity was posted with a creation date of February 17, 2021, and had an original application deadline of April 19, 2021.
In terms of who could apply, the eligibility field is listed broadly as "Others" with additional eligibility details referenced in the full notice, indicating that DRL was open to a range of organization types rather than restricting eligibility to only one category (for example, only nonprofits or only universities). While the summary information does not list specific required activities, the stated purpose points toward initiatives that improve women leaders' ability to participate safely and effectively in transitional settings, which can include contexts like peace negotiations, post-conflict governance, accountability processes, constitutional reforms, elections, and other periods where institutions and rules are being reshaped. Overall, the opportunity centers on supporting women on the front lines of civic and public life by expanding their space to operate, strengthening their influence in decision-making, and improving their safety in environments where their work can draw targeted backlash.Apply for SFOP0007589
- The Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DRL FY2020: Global Participation and Protection of Women Civil Society Activists, Journalists, and Peacebuilders" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 17, 2021.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 19, 2021. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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