Opportunity Information: Apply for INLEA INLCJ 12 004

  • The International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affair in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Eastern Europe Judicial Network" and is now available to receive applicants.
  • Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.703 Criminal Justice Systems.
  • This funding opportunity was created on Aug 1, 2012 and posted on Aug 1, 2012.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 24, 2012. (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 $100,000.00 in funding.
  • Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
  • See Full RFA.
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Opportunity Summary:

The Eastern Europe Judicial Network grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number INLEA INLCJ 12 004) was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), and focuses on advancing U.S. rule of law and anti-corruption objectives by strengthening judicial integrity across Central and Eastern Europe. In practical terms, the program is aimed at supporting initiatives that help courts and judicial actors operate more transparently, independently, and ethically, with the broader goal of reducing corruption risks in criminal justice and related legal systems. The funding is positioned within an anti-corruption context and is tied to the Criminal Justice Systems CFDA listing (19.703), signaling that the expected work relates to justice-sector integrity and governance rather than general development assistance.

The award mechanism is a discretionary cooperative agreement, meaning the government anticipated an active partnership role during implementation rather than a hands-off grant relationship. The funding range was relatively modest, with awards expected between $75,000 (floor) and $100,000 (ceiling), and there was no cost sharing or matching requirement indicated. The opportunity was posted on August 1, 2012, with an application deadline of August 24, 2012, and it was later archived on September 23, 2012. While the public notice lists eligibility as "Others," the specific eligibility rules and any additional requirements were deferred to the full Request for Applications (RFA), suggesting that interested applicants needed to consult the full announcement for details on who could apply, what documentation was required, and what activities would be considered responsive.

Overall, INL was looking for qualified organizations with demonstrated capacity and experience to carry out programming that would foster judicial integrity in the region, likely through structured professional engagement and integrity-focused initiatives that align with anti-corruption and rule-of-law priorities. For access issues or administrative questions, the listed point of contact was Grants Officer Lourdes Stein at 202-776-8774.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1) What is the name of this grant opportunity?

The opportunity is described as the Eastern Europe Judicial Network grant opportunity.

2) What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?

The Funding Opportunity Number is INLEA INLCJ 12 004.

3) Which U.S. government office issued this opportunity?

This opportunity was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL).

4) What is the main purpose of the program?

The program aims to advance U.S. rule of law and anti-corruption objectives by strengthening judicial integrity across Central and Eastern Europe.

5) What kinds of outcomes is the program trying to support?

In practical terms, it is aimed at helping courts and judicial actors operate more transparently, independently, and ethically, with the broader goal of reducing corruption risks in criminal justice and related legal systems.

6) Is this opportunity positioned as an anti-corruption program?

Yes. The funding is positioned within an anti-corruption context and is tied to strengthening justice-sector integrity and governance.

7) What CFDA listing is associated with this opportunity?

The opportunity is tied to the Criminal Justice Systems CFDA listing (19.703).

8) What does the CFDA tie-in suggest about the type of work expected?

It signals that the expected work relates to justice-sector integrity and governance rather than general development assistance.

9) What type of award mechanism is being used?

The award mechanism is a discretionary cooperative agreement.

10) What does a "discretionary cooperative agreement" mean in this context?

It means the government anticipated an active partnership role during implementation rather than a hands-off grant relationship.

11) What is the expected funding range for awards under this opportunity?

Awards were expected to be between $75,000 (floor) and $100,000 (ceiling).

12) Is cost sharing or matching required?

No cost sharing or matching requirement was indicated.

13) When was the opportunity posted?

The opportunity was posted on August 1, 2012.

14) What was the application deadline?

The application deadline was August 24, 2012.

15) Is the opportunity still open?

No. The listing was later archived on September 23, 2012.

16) Who was listed as eligible to apply?

The public notice lists eligibility as "Others."

17) Where would an applicant find the specific eligibility rules and application requirements?

The specific eligibility rules and any additional requirements were deferred to the full Request for Applications (RFA). Interested applicants would need to consult the full announcement for details on who could apply, what documentation was required, and what activities would be considered responsive.

18) What kinds of organizations was INL looking for?

INL was looking for qualified organizations with demonstrated capacity and experience to carry out programming that would foster judicial integrity in Central and Eastern Europe.

19) What types of activities were likely to align with the stated goals?

The description indicates activities would likely involve structured professional engagement and integrity-focused initiatives that align with anti-corruption and rule-of-law priorities, aimed at strengthening transparency, independence, and ethical conduct in the judiciary.

20) What region is the program focused on?

The program focuses on Central and Eastern Europe (described as strengthening judicial integrity across Central and Eastern Europe).

21) What is the broader rationale for strengthening judicial integrity in this program?

The broader goal is to reduce corruption risks in criminal justice and related legal systems.

22) Who is the point of contact for access issues or administrative questions?

The listed point of contact was Grants Officer Lourdes Stein.

23) What phone number was provided for the point of contact?

The phone number provided was 202-776-8774.

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