Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 047
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 047
- The DOS-DRL in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Request for Statements of Interest: 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.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 14, 2016 and posted on Jan 14, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 10, 2016. (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 $6,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DOS-DRL) announced a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Request for Statements of Interest: Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Iraq" (Funding Opportunity Number: DRLA-DRLAQM-16-047). This solicitation asked interested organizations to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) rather than a full proposal at the initial stage. The purpose of the SOI was to briefly present a project concept and demonstrate the applicant's ability to manage and implement programming that supports stabilization efforts in Iraq through democracy and governance-related work.
The opportunity focused on projects that advance human rights and the rule of law in Iraq, with specific emphasis on transitional justice, prevention of mass atrocities, and strengthening accountability mechanisms. It also encouraged concepts that improve the effectiveness of governance and expand political participation, alongside initiatives that protect and empower women and girls. In practical terms, DRL was looking for implementable ideas that could help strengthen institutions and civic spaces, support pathways for justice and accountability for abuses, and create safer, more inclusive conditions for participation in public and political life, particularly for groups that face higher levels of risk and exclusion.
Eligible applicants included a range of U.S.-based and non-U.S. entities commonly permitted under State Department assistance programs, specifically public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, and nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions in that category). The funding instrument was a grant, and the assistance listing was associated with CFDA 19.016, which is commonly used for Department of State democracy, rights, and labor assistance programs.
The maximum award amount (award ceiling) listed for a single grant was up to $6,000,000, and the agency anticipated making approximately five awards. The notice was posted on January 14, 2016, and the closing deadline for submission was February 10, 2016. Overall, the solicitation signaled DRL's intent to identify capable implementers with strong, relevant ideas that could contribute to Iraq's stabilization by strengthening human rights protections, legal and accountability frameworks, participatory governance, and the safety and empowerment of women and girls.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Request for Statements of Interest: Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Iraq."
Which U.S. government office is offering this grant opportunity?
It was announced by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DOS-DRL).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed is DRLA-DRLAQM-16-047.
What type of submission was required at the initial stage?
Applicants were asked to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI), not a full proposal, at the initial stage.
What is a Statement of Interest (SOI) intended to do for this solicitation?
The SOI was intended to briefly present a project concept and demonstrate the applicant's ability to manage and implement programming that supports stabilization efforts in Iraq through democracy and governance-related work.
What is the overall goal or purpose of this opportunity?
The solicitation aimed to identify implementable project concepts that support stabilization in Iraq by advancing democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
What thematic areas does the opportunity emphasize?
The opportunity emphasized advancing human rights and the rule of law in Iraq, with particular focus on transitional justice, prevention of mass atrocities, and strengthening accountability mechanisms.
Does the opportunity include governance and political participation activities?
Yes. It encouraged concepts that improve the effectiveness of governance and expand political participation.
Are women and girls specifically referenced in the program focus?
Yes. The opportunity encouraged initiatives that protect and empower women and girls and support safer, more inclusive participation in public and political life.
What kinds of project concepts was DRL looking for?
DRL signaled interest in implementable ideas that could strengthen institutions and civic spaces, support pathways for justice and accountability for abuses, and create safer and more inclusive conditions for participation, particularly for groups facing higher levels of risk and exclusion.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants included: public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, and nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions within that particular category).
Are non-U.S. organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. The eligible applicants list included both U.S.-based and non-U.S. entities commonly permitted under State Department assistance programs.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument identified was a grant.
What is the assistance listing (CFDA) associated with this opportunity?
The solicitation was associated with CFDA 19.016, which is commonly used for Department of State democracy, rights, and labor assistance programs.
What is the maximum award amount for a single grant?
The award ceiling listed was up to $6,000,000 for a single grant.
How many awards did the agency expect to make?
The agency anticipated making approximately five awards.
When was the notice posted?
The notice was posted on January 14, 2016.
What was the submission deadline?
The closing deadline for submission was February 10, 2016.
Is this opportunity specifically focused on Iraq?
Yes. The solicitation was focused on programming that supports stabilization efforts in Iraq through democracy, human rights, rule of law, and governance-related work.
Does the solicitation prioritize accountability and justice-related work?
Yes. It specifically highlighted transitional justice and strengthening accountability mechanisms, including pathways for justice and accountability for abuses.
Does the opportunity mention work related to preventing mass atrocities?
Yes. Prevention of mass atrocities was explicitly listed as an emphasis area.
Does this solicitation require a full proposal at the first step?
No. The solicitation requested an SOI at the initial stage rather than a full proposal.
What does the solicitation suggest about the type of implementers DRL wanted?
It indicated DRL intended to identify capable implementers with strong, relevant ideas and the demonstrated ability to manage and implement stabilization-supporting programming in Iraq.
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