Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAKAB 13 CA 003 SCA 12102012
Apply for SCAKAB 13 CA 003 SCA 12102012
- The Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Kandahar Regional Speaker Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501 Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 11, 2012 and posted on Dec 11, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 10, 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 $300,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 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 is open to all Afghan NGO/PVO organizations with direct experience in recruitment, outreach and programming, and a proven track record of success implementing projects in Afghanistan. Afghan organizations must demonstrate current country registration license, competent programmatic ability and be able to meet reporting requirements.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Kandahar Regional Speaker Program is a U.S. Department of State public diplomacy grant opportunity administered by the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs (PAS Kabul). It seeks one qualified Afghan NGO/PVO to design and run a regional speaker series in Loya Kandahar for an initial six-month period, with the possibility of extending the program up to one year depending on performance and continued interest. The core idea is to bring credible speakers from across the Muslim world to engage directly with local Afghan communities through organized public events.
Under the program, the selected organization would be responsible for recruiting and coordinating a minimum of two speakers per month and arranging their appearances at multiple pre-determined public venues across Kandahar, Helmand, Zabul, and Uruzgan. The speaker sessions are expected to focus on themes tied to civil society and social cohesion, including religious tolerance, the role of religion in the modern world, and how religious leaders can contribute to societal improvement. The emphasis is on meaningful engagement with local populations, suggesting the implementing organization must be capable of strong outreach, logistics, and event programming across several provinces.
This opportunity is offered as a cooperative agreement, meaning the U.S. government is likely to have an ongoing role in shaping or overseeing aspects of implementation rather than simply providing funds with minimal involvement. Only one award is expected, with an estimated total funding amount of $300,000 and an award ceiling of $300,000. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, so applicants are not required to provide additional funds to qualify.
Eligibility is limited to Afghan NGO/PVO organizations that can demonstrate direct experience in recruitment, outreach, and program implementation, along with a proven track record delivering successful projects inside Afghanistan. Applicants must also show they are currently registered in-country (with a valid registration license), have the programmatic capacity to execute the work, and can meet required reporting obligations. In practical terms, this favors organizations that already have operational reach in the south, established networks for community engagement, and the administrative systems needed for compliance and reporting.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number SCAKAB 13 CA 003 (also referenced as SCA 12102012) and CFDA number 19.501 (Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan). The opportunity was posted on December 11, 2012, and the application deadline was January 10, 2013, with an archive date of February 9, 2013. Questions or access issues were directed to the Grants Manager in the Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Kabul via KabulPDproposals@state.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Kandahar Regional Speaker Program
What is the Kandahar Regional Speaker Program?
The Kandahar Regional Speaker Program is a U.S. Department of State public diplomacy grant opportunity administered by the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs (PAS Kabul). It supports a regional speaker series in Loya Kandahar that brings credible speakers from across the Muslim world to engage directly with local Afghan communities through organized public events.
Who is administering this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is administered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, through PAS Kabul (Public Affairs Section, Kabul).
What is the main goal of the program?
The core goal is to create meaningful, direct engagement between local Afghan communities and credible speakers from across the Muslim world, using public events designed to support civil society and social cohesion.
Where will the program take place?
The program is intended to operate across multiple provinces in Loya Kandahar, specifically: Kandahar, Helmand, Zabul, and Uruzgan. Speaker appearances are expected at multiple pre-determined public venues in these provinces.
How long is the program period?
The initial program period is six months. The program may be extended up to one year depending on performance and continued interest.
How many awards will be made?
Only one award is expected under this opportunity.
What is the total funding amount available?
The estimated total funding amount is USD 300,000.
What is the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The award ceiling is USD 300,000.
Is cost-sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not required to contribute additional funds to be eligible.
What type of award is this (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
This opportunity is offered as a cooperative agreement. This indicates the U.S. government is likely to have an ongoing role in shaping, supporting, or overseeing aspects of implementation rather than providing funding with minimal involvement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to Afghan NGO/PVO organizations. Applicants must be able to demonstrate direct experience in recruitment, outreach, and program implementation, along with a proven track record of delivering successful projects inside Afghanistan.
Do applicants need to be registered in Afghanistan?
Yes. Applicants must be currently registered in-country and have a valid registration license.
What experience or capacity is expected from the selected organization?
The selected organization is expected to have strong capabilities in outreach, logistics, and event programming across multiple provinces, as well as administrative systems sufficient to meet required reporting obligations.
What are the implementing organization’s core responsibilities?
The implementing organization is responsible for designing and running the regional speaker series, recruiting and coordinating speakers, and arranging their appearances at multiple public venues across Kandahar, Helmand, Zabul, and Uruzgan.
How many speakers are required per month?
The program requires recruiting and coordinating a minimum of two speakers per month.
Where should speaker sessions be held?
Speaker appearances are expected at multiple pre-determined public venues across Kandahar, Helmand, Zabul, and Uruzgan.
What topics should the speaker sessions focus on?
Sessions are expected to address themes tied to civil society and social cohesion, including religious tolerance, the role of religion in the modern world, and how religious leaders can contribute to societal improvement.
What does "meaningful engagement" imply for program design?
The opportunity emphasizes meaningful engagement with local populations, suggesting programming should prioritize direct community interaction and well-organized public events supported by strong outreach and logistics.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is SCAKAB 13 CA 003. It is also referenced as SCA 12102012.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 19.501, titled Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on December 11, 2012.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was January 10, 2013.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was February 9, 2013.
Who should applicants contact for questions or access issues?
Questions or access issues were directed to the Grants Manager in the Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Kabul via email at KabulPDproposals@state.gov.
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