Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 13 052
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 13 052
- The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor in the health humanities (see cultural affairs in cfda) information and statistics law, justice and legal services other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Iraq" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.016 Iraq Assistance Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 24, 2013 and posted on Jun 24, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 17, 2013 No Explanation. (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 $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Be a U.S. non profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3) or a comparable organization headquartered internationally, or an international organization.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Iraq grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 13 052) was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL). It is a discretionary grant program under CFDA 19.016 (Iraq Assistance Program) aimed at strengthening human rights protections and stability in Iraq through targeted capacity-building and prevention-focused interventions. The opportunity was posted on June 24, 2013, with an application deadline of July 17, 2013, and it was later archived on August 16, 2013.
The program priorities center on two main areas. First, DRL sought proposals that would increase the technical capacity of Iraqi service providers working to protect and support victims of gender based violence (GBV). In practical terms, this focus implies activities that improve the ability of front-line and specialized providers to respond safely and effectively to survivors, strengthen protection mechanisms, and improve the quality and consistency of victim-centered services. While the announcement text is brief, the stated intent points toward building durable skills, systems, and professional practices among organizations or institutions that interact with GBV survivors, including improving safeguards and protections for victims.
Second, DRL also sought proposals that directly target youth who are at risk of involvement in violent conflict. This portion of the opportunity emphasizes prevention and risk reduction for young people who may be vulnerable to recruitment, mobilization, or participation in violence. The goal is to reduce pathways into conflict by addressing factors that put youth at risk and by strengthening alternatives that support peaceful engagement and resilience.
Funding was structured with a relatively high award size, reflecting an expectation of substantial programming scale or depth. Individual awards were expected to fall between a floor of $750,000 and a ceiling of $1,500,000. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds, which lowers the barrier for eligible organizations that may not have flexible resources to contribute financially.
Eligible applicants included U.S. nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), as well as comparable nonprofit organizations headquartered outside the United States and international organizations. In other words, the competition was open to experienced civil society and international entities capable of operating in Iraq or partnering with local actors to deliver the proposed activities. The funding activity categories listed for the opportunity span health, humanities, law and justice/legal services, and other related areas, consistent with the cross-cutting nature of GBV protection and youth violence prevention within a democracy and human rights framework.
For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement at the time, the notice directed them to GrantSolutions customer support via phone or email (help@grantsolutions.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Iraq (DRLA DRLAQM 13 052)
What is the name of this grant opportunity and who issued it?
The opportunity is titled "Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Iraq" (Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 13 052). It was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What type of funding program is this?
This is a discretionary grant program under CFDA 19.016, the Iraq Assistance Program.
What is the overall purpose of the program?
The stated aim is to strengthen human rights protections and stability in Iraq through targeted capacity-building and prevention-focused interventions.
When was the opportunity posted, when were applications due, and when was it archived?
The opportunity was posted on June 24, 2013. The application deadline was July 17, 2013. It was later archived on August 16, 2013.
What are the main program priorities?
The priorities focus on two areas: (1) increasing the technical capacity of Iraqi service providers who protect and support victims of gender based violence (GBV), and (2) directly targeting youth at risk of involvement in violent conflict with prevention and risk-reduction interventions.
What does the GBV-related priority focus on?
This priority seeks proposals that improve the technical capacity of Iraqi service providers working with GBV survivors. Based on the description provided, this implies strengthening the ability of front-line and specialized providers to respond safely and effectively, improving protection mechanisms, and improving the quality and consistency of victim-centered services, including safeguards and protections for victims.
What types of organizations are referenced as GBV service providers?
The description refers broadly to front-line and specialized providers and to organizations or institutions that interact with GBV survivors, without naming specific institution types.
What does the youth-at-risk priority focus on?
This priority emphasizes prevention and risk reduction for youth who may be vulnerable to recruitment, mobilization, or participation in violence. The goal is to reduce pathways into conflict by addressing risk factors and strengthening alternatives that support peaceful engagement and resilience.
Is the program focused on prevention or response?
It includes both, as described: capacity-building for service providers supporting GBV survivors (response and protection) and prevention-focused interventions aimed at youth at risk of involvement in violent conflict (prevention and risk reduction).
How much funding is available per award?
Individual awards were expected to range from $750,000 to $1,500,000.
Does this opportunity require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants included: (1) U.S. nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), (2) comparable nonprofit organizations headquartered outside the United States, and (3) international organizations.
Are U.S. colleges and universities eligible under the U.S. nonprofit category?
No. The eligibility description specifically excludes institutions of higher education from the U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit category.
Are non-U.S. organizations allowed to apply?
Yes. Comparable nonprofit organizations headquartered outside the United States, as well as international organizations, were listed as eligible.
What kinds of activities or sectors does the opportunity relate to?
The listed funding activity categories span health, humanities, law and justice/legal services, and other related areas. This aligns with the cross-cutting nature of GBV protection and youth violence prevention within a democracy and human rights framework.
Is this opportunity specifically tied to work in Iraq?
Yes. The opportunity is explicitly focused on Iraq, including strengthening human rights protections and stability in Iraq and building capacity among Iraqi service providers.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLA DRLAQM 13 052.
What CFDA program is associated with this opportunity?
It is associated with CFDA 19.016, the Iraq Assistance Program.
Where could applicants get help accessing the full announcement?
The notice directed applicants to GrantSolutions customer support. The contact email provided was help@grantsolutions.gov, and support was also available by phone (as referenced in the notice).
Is this opportunity still active?
No. It was archived on August 16, 2013.
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