Opportunity Information: Apply for DOS BAGHDAD PD 2013 03
Apply for DOS BAGHDAD PD 2013 03
- The U.S. Mission to Iraq in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program for Undergraduate Students" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.021 Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 7, 2013 and posted on May 6, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 14, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $1,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligibility Applicants must Be a U.S. non profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3) an internationally based non profit organization low profit limited liability company (L3Cs) an academic institution or other institution for which profit is not a primary motive Have demonstrated experience administering exchange programs focused on youth and Have the capacity to operate in Iraq, or have or develop active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program for Undergraduate Students (IYLEP) is a U.S. government-funded exchange initiative announced by the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad to support the design and delivery of a multi-year program covering the 2013 to 2015 period. The core purpose of the opportunity is to help cultivate the next generation of Iraqi leaders by strengthening leadership capacity among Iraqi university students and reinforcing practical civic values. In particular, the program is meant to build students understanding of civic rights and responsibilities, encourage respect for diversity, and promote habits of civic engagement so participants are better prepared to contribute constructively to their communities and public life.
A key requirement is that proposals include a U.S.-based exchange component, meaning the program design should bring Iraqi undergraduate participants to the United States for structured activities. Applicants are expected to show clearly how the exchange experience and related programming will promote mutual understanding between American and Iraqi youth, not only through classroom-style learning but also through people-to-people engagement that builds relationships, exposes participants to different viewpoints, and strengthens cross-cultural communication. The Embassy frames the program as part of broader U.S.-Iraq cooperation, noting that IYLEP advances the goals of the 2008 Strategic Framework Agreement between the United States and the Republic of Iraq.
This opportunity is offered as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates that the U.S. government expects to have substantial involvement in shaping or overseeing key aspects of implementation compared with a standard grant. The funding activity is categorized under youth engagement and cultural exchange. Subject to available funds, the Embassy anticipated making a single award, with a total expected funding amount of up to $1,500,000. The ceiling is $1,500,000, there is no stated minimum award amount (award floor listed as $0), and cost sharing or matching is not required, which can make participation more feasible for organizations that do not have large pools of unrestricted funds.
Eligibility is focused on organizations capable of responsibly managing an international exchange program connected to Iraq. Eligible applicants include U.S. nonprofit organizations that meet the requirements of 26 USC 501(c)(3), internationally based nonprofit organizations, low-profit limited liability companies (L3Cs), and academic institutions or other mission-driven institutions where profit is not the primary motive. Beyond legal status, applicants must demonstrate experience administering youth-focused exchange programs and must have the operational capacity to work in Iraq, either directly or through active partnerships with organizations already operating there or that can be developed to operate there. This emphasis on in-country capacity reflects the practical realities of recruiting participants, coordinating with Iraqi universities and communities, and handling logistics and participant support tied to Iraq-based program elements.
Administratively, the opportunity was posted on May 6, 2013, with a closing date of June 14, 2013, and it was later archived on July 14, 2013. The funding opportunity number is DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2013-03, and it is associated with CFDA number 19.021, Investing in People in the Middle East and North Africa. For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the posted point of contact was Brian Shott, Cultural Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, reachable by phone at 1-301-985-8841.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program for Undergraduate Students (IYLEP)?
IYLEP is a U.S. government-funded exchange initiative announced by the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad. It supports the design and delivery of a multi-year program covering the 2013 to 2015 period, focused on strengthening leadership capacity among Iraqi university students and reinforcing practical civic values.
What is the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The core purpose is to help cultivate the next generation of Iraqi leaders by strengthening leadership skills and deepening understanding of civic rights and responsibilities. The program is also intended to encourage respect for diversity and promote habits of civic engagement so participants can contribute constructively to their communities and public life.
What topic area does the funding fall under?
The funding activity is categorized under youth engagement and cultural exchange.
What years does the supported program period cover?
The opportunity is designed to support a multi-year program covering the 2013 to 2015 period.
Is a U.S.-based exchange component required?
Yes. A key requirement is that proposals include a U.S.-based exchange component that brings Iraqi undergraduate participants to the United States for structured activities.
What does the U.S.-based exchange component need to accomplish?
Applicants are expected to clearly describe how the exchange experience and related programming will promote mutual understanding between American and Iraqi youth. This includes not only classroom-style learning but also people-to-people engagement that builds relationships, exposes participants to different viewpoints, and strengthens cross-cultural communication.
How does this program relate to broader U.S.-Iraq cooperation?
The Embassy frames IYLEP as part of broader U.S.-Iraq cooperation and notes that it advances the goals of the 2008 Strategic Framework Agreement between the United States and the Republic of Iraq.
What type of award is being offered?
This opportunity is offered as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement typically indicates that the U.S. government expects to have substantial involvement in shaping or overseeing key aspects of implementation, compared with a standard grant.
How many awards were anticipated?
Subject to available funds, the Embassy anticipated making a single award.
How much funding is expected to be available?
The total expected funding amount is up to $1,500,000, with a stated ceiling of $1,500,000.
Is there a minimum award amount?
No minimum award amount is stated. The award floor is listed as $0.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. Cost sharing or matching is not required for this opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include U.S. nonprofit organizations that meet the requirements of 26 USC 501(c)(3), internationally based nonprofit organizations, low-profit limited liability companies (L3Cs), and academic institutions or other mission-driven institutions where profit is not the primary motive.
Are there experience requirements for applicants?
Yes. Applicants must demonstrate experience administering youth-focused exchange programs.
Do applicants need capacity to operate in Iraq?
Yes. Applicants must have operational capacity to work in Iraq, either directly or through active partnerships with organizations already operating there or that can be developed to operate there.
Why is in-country (Iraq) capacity emphasized?
The opportunity emphasizes in-country capacity because of the practical realities of recruiting participants, coordinating with Iraqi universities and communities, and handling logistics and participant support tied to Iraq-based program elements.
When was this opportunity posted and when did it close?
It was posted on May 6, 2013, and the closing date was June 14, 2013.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was later archived on July 14, 2013.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2013-03.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA number 19.021, Investing in People in the Middle East and North Africa.
Who is the point of contact for assistance with the announcement?
The posted point of contact is Brian Shott, Cultural Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.
How can applicants reach the point of contact?
Brian Shott can be reached by phone at 1-301-985-8841.
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