Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAKAB 13 GR 012 SCA 02132013
Apply for SCAKAB 13 GR 012 SCA 02132013
- 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 "Media and Communication Skills for Women Parliamentarians" 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 Feb 12, 2013 and posted on Feb 13, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 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 $100,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 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 U.S., Afghan, and international organizations or companies with direct experience in communications and media training, and a proven track record of success implementing media projects in Afghanistan. Afghan organizations must provide a current country registration license, competent programmatic ability, and be able to meet reporting requirements. U.S. organizations or companies are required to partner with an Afghan organization or company.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Embassy in Kabul's Public Affairs Section announced a discretionary grant opportunity called "Media and Communication Skills for Women Parliamentarians" (Funding Opportunity Number SCAKAB 13 GR 012 SCA 02132013). The goal of the program is to strengthen the public communication and media engagement abilities of Afghan women Members of Parliament by providing hands-on training that improves how they craft messages, present themselves publicly, and use practical media relations tools. A central expectation is that the training is skills-based rather than purely theoretical, and that it prepares participants to communicate more effectively with constituents and the media in real-world settings.
The program is intended to be open to all Afghan women MPs, and the instruction is expected to be delivered in both Dari and Pashto to ensure accessibility across participants. While the announcement does not lay out a detailed curriculum in the excerpt provided, it clearly signals the thematic focus areas: messaging (how to develop clear, compelling talking points and narratives), public presentation (speaking skills, confidence on camera or at events, and delivery techniques), and media relations tools (how to handle interviews, press interactions, and common engagement formats). Because it is framed as a public diplomacy activity, the broader purpose is aligned with strengthening public-facing governance communication and civic engagement through improved outreach and media interaction.
Funding for the award is capped at $100,000, with an estimated total funding amount of $100,000 and an expectation of making one award. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not required to contribute additional funds as a condition of eligibility. The opportunity was posted on February 13, 2013 (created February 12, 2013), with an application deadline of March 14, 2013, and an archive date of April 13, 2013. The CFDA number associated with the opportunity is 19.501, labeled "Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan," and the issuing agency is the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs.
Eligibility is broad but experience-focused. The competition is open to U.S., Afghan, and international organizations or companies that can demonstrate direct experience in communications and media training, along with a proven record of successfully implementing media-related projects in Afghanistan. Afghan organizations must be properly registered in-country, demonstrate competent programmatic capacity, and be able to meet grant reporting requirements. U.S. organizations or companies are required to partner with an Afghan organization or company, reflecting an emphasis on local collaboration and on-the-ground operational capability.
For questions or submission-related issues, the point of contact listed is Pedro Palugyai, Grants Manager in the Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, with a note indicating that applicants who have trouble accessing the full announcement electronically should reach out for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Media and Communication Skills for Women Parliamentarians (SCAKAB 13 GR 012 SCA 02132013)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The discretionary grant opportunity is titled "Media and Communication Skills for Women Parliamentarians."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SCAKAB 13 GR 012 SCA 02132013.
Who is offering this grant?
The opportunity is announced by the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Public Affairs Section. The issuing agency is the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs.
What is the main goal of the program?
The goal is to strengthen the public communication and media engagement abilities of Afghan women Members of Parliament through hands-on, skills-based training.
Who is the intended beneficiary group for the training?
The training is intended for Afghan women Members of Parliament (women MPs), and the program is expected to be open to all Afghan women MPs.
What kinds of skills is the program expected to build?
The opportunity highlights three core focus areas: messaging (developing clear and compelling talking points and narratives), public presentation (speaking skills and effective delivery, including confidence on camera or at events), and media relations tools (handling interviews, press interactions, and common engagement formats).
Is the training expected to be theoretical or practical?
The central expectation is that the training is skills-based and hands-on rather than purely theoretical, and that it prepares participants for real-world communication with constituents and the media.
What is the broader purpose or context for this program?
Because it is framed as a public diplomacy activity, the broader purpose is aligned with strengthening public-facing governance communication and civic engagement through improved outreach and media interaction.
What language(s) must the training be delivered in?
Instruction is expected to be delivered in both Dari and Pashto to ensure accessibility across participants.
Does the announcement provide a detailed curriculum?
No. Based on the excerpt provided, it does not lay out a detailed curriculum, but it clearly signals the thematic focus areas of messaging, public presentation, and media relations tools.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The award amount is capped at $100,000. The estimated total program funding is $100,000.
How many awards are expected to be made?
The opportunity indicates an expectation of making one award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not required to contribute additional funds as a condition of eligibility.
When was the opportunity posted?
It was posted on February 13, 2013 (created February 12, 2013).
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is March 14, 2013.
What is the archive date?
The archive date is April 13, 2013.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 19.501, labeled "Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan."
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is open to U.S., Afghan, and international organizations or companies that can demonstrate direct experience in communications and media training, along with a proven record of successfully implementing media-related projects in Afghanistan.
Are there additional requirements for Afghan organizations?
Yes. Afghan organizations must be properly registered in Afghanistan, demonstrate competent programmatic capacity, and be able to meet grant reporting requirements.
Are there additional requirements for U.S. organizations or companies?
Yes. U.S. organizations or companies are required to partner with an Afghan organization or company, reflecting an emphasis on local collaboration and on-the-ground operational capability.
What type of experience is emphasized for applicants?
The opportunity emphasizes direct experience in communications and media training and a proven track record implementing media-related projects in Afghanistan.
Who is the point of contact for questions?
The listed point of contact is Pedro Palugyai, Grants Manager in the Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Kabul.
What should applicants do if they cannot access the full announcement electronically?
The notice indicates that applicants who have trouble accessing the full announcement electronically should contact the point of contact for assistance.
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