Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 14 033
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- The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor in the community development education employment, labor and training income security and social services law, justice and legal services other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "South South Cooperation to Protect Asian Migrant Workers" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345 International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 25, 2014 and posted on Mar 25, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 23, 2014 No Explanation. (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 $200,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The South South Cooperation to Protect Asian Migrant Workers grant opportunity was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL), to support an innovative program that strengthens labor rights for migrant workers moving along major migration corridors from South Asia and/or the East Asia and Pacific region to destination countries with large foreign worker populations. The central idea behind the opportunity is that civil society organizations in developing countries often have practical, on-the-ground experience and access that outside international actors may lack, and that these organizations can effectively mentor and support peer organizations in other developing countries. DRL is therefore looking for proposals that rely on and expand South South cooperation, meaning sustained collaboration and knowledge exchange among organizations in migrant worker origin countries and the receiving countries where migrants work.
A key priority in this funding call is promoting freedom of association for migrant workers, with an emphasis on advocacy and technical assistance rather than only providing short-term protection or services. Proposed programs are expected to help migrant workers build the ability to organize and to advocate for their labor rights within the legal systems of destination countries. In practice, this points to work that strengthens worker-led organizing, improves workers ability to engage with labor laws and complaint systems, and supports collective action or representation efforts, rather than programs focused primarily on shelters, emergency relief, or other protection mechanisms alone.
DRL expects applicants to narrow the scope in two specific ways. First, activities should be structured around South South cooperation tied to a particular sector (for example construction, domestic work, manufacturing, maritime, or service work) or a particular country context, rather than trying to cover too many corridors or issues at once. Second, the proposal should build or expand South South capacity for knowledge sharing among labor organizations and civil society groups across both origin and destination settings. Strong proposals are expected to show how networks, mentoring relationships, and shared strategies will be created and maintained in a way that outlasts a single event, with an emphasis on practical exchange of approaches that have worked in comparable legal and political environments.
Competitive applications must demonstrate a credible plan for obtaining buy-in and actively engaging local labor and civil society organizations and relevant government stakeholders in both the sending and receiving countries. DRL is looking for applicants with a proven ability to facilitate meaningful South South networking, not just introductory connections. Applicants who are already running South South labor migration initiatives are encouraged to explain clearly how new funding would complement, deepen, or scale existing work rather than duplicate it. International NGOs and regional networks are eligible, but they must show partnerships with at least two local South South partners, reinforcing DRLs preference for locally anchored leadership and expertise.
The announcement also states what DRL does not want to fund. Proposals centered on one-time conferences, academic research, or a simple series of meetings are not competitive, reflecting an expectation for action-oriented programming with tangible capacity gains for migrant workers and partner organizations. DRL notes that, depending on available funding and demonstrated progress, the project could potentially be expanded or extended in a later phase to add activities beyond the initial award period.
From an administrative standpoint, this was a discretionary grant opportunity (not a loan or contract) under CFDA 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor. The funding range listed an award floor of $150,000 and an award ceiling of $200,000, with no cost-sharing or matching requirement. Eligible applicants included a wide mix of entities such as nonprofits (including those with and without 501(c)(3) status), public and private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, tribal governments and tribal organizations, and various levels of government. The opportunity was posted March 25, 2014, with an application deadline of April 23, 2014, and it was archived May 23, 2014. For access issues, applicants were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "South South Cooperation to Protect Asian Migrant Workers" grant?
It is a discretionary grant opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL), to support an innovative program that strengthens labor rights for migrant workers moving along major migration corridors from South Asia and/or the East Asia and Pacific region to destination countries with large foreign worker populations.
Who is the funding agency?
The funding agency is the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What is the core goal of the opportunity?
The central goal is to strengthen labor rights for migrant workers by using and expanding South South cooperation, meaning sustained collaboration and knowledge exchange among civil society and labor organizations in developing origin countries and developing destination countries where migrants work.
What does "South South cooperation" mean in this funding call?
In this call, South South cooperation refers to sustained collaboration, mentoring, and practical knowledge exchange among organizations in migrant worker origin countries and the receiving countries where migrants work, with an emphasis on developing-country organizations supporting peer organizations in other developing countries.
Which migrant worker corridors and regions are in scope?
The opportunity focuses on major migration corridors from South Asia and/or the East Asia and Pacific region to destination countries with large foreign worker populations.
What is DRL prioritizing within migrant worker rights?
A key priority is promoting freedom of association for migrant workers, with an emphasis on advocacy and technical assistance. DRL is looking for programs that help migrant workers build the ability to organize and advocate for their labor rights within the legal systems of destination countries.
What types of activities are expected to be competitive?
Competitive proposals are action-oriented and designed to produce tangible capacity gains. The opportunity points toward work that strengthens worker-led organizing, improves workers' ability to engage with labor laws and complaint systems, and supports collective action or representation efforts in destination countries.
Are direct services like shelters or emergency relief a fit for this opportunity?
Programs focused primarily on shelters, emergency relief, or other short-term protection mechanisms alone are not the emphasis of this call. The stated preference is for advocacy and technical assistance that strengthens migrant workers' freedom of association and organizing capacity, rather than only short-term protection or services.
How does DRL want applicants to narrow the project scope?
DRL expects applicants to narrow scope in two ways: (1) structure activities around South South cooperation tied to a particular sector (such as construction, domestic work, manufacturing, maritime, or service work) or a particular country context, rather than covering too many corridors or issues; and (2) build or expand South South capacity for knowledge sharing among labor organizations and civil society groups across both origin and destination settings.
Does the program need to focus on a specific sector or country context?
DRL indicates proposals should be tied to a particular sector (examples given include construction, domestic work, manufacturing, maritime, or service work) or a particular country context, rather than attempting to address too many migration corridors or issues at once.
What does DRL expect regarding networks and knowledge exchange?
Strong proposals are expected to show how networks, mentoring relationships, and shared strategies will be created and maintained in ways that outlast a single event, emphasizing practical exchange of approaches that have worked in comparable legal and political environments.
Who needs to be engaged in the project?
Competitive applications must demonstrate a credible plan for obtaining buy-in and actively engaging local labor and civil society organizations and relevant government stakeholders in both sending and receiving countries.
What does DRL mean by "meaningful South South networking"?
DRL is looking for applicants with a proven ability to facilitate sustained, practical South South networking and collaboration, not just introductory connections or limited engagement.
If an organization already runs a South South labor migration initiative, how should it position this proposal?
Applicants already running South South labor migration initiatives are encouraged to explain clearly how new funding would complement, deepen, or scale existing work rather than duplicate it.
Are international NGOs eligible to apply?
Yes. International NGOs and regional networks are eligible, but they must show partnerships with at least two local South South partners, reflecting DRL's preference for locally anchored leadership and expertise.
How many local partners are required for international NGOs or regional networks?
The announcement specifies that international NGOs and regional networks must show partnerships with at least two local South South partners.
What types of proposals are explicitly not competitive?
The announcement states that proposals centered on one-time conferences, academic research, or a simple series of meetings are not competitive. DRL expects action-oriented programming rather than stand-alone events or research-only approaches.
What is the funding mechanism for this opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity (not a loan or contract) under CFDA 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
What is the award amount range?
The listed award floor is $150,000 and the award ceiling is $200,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement is stated for this opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include nonprofits (with and without 501(c)(3) status), public and private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, tribal governments and tribal organizations, and various levels of government.
When was the opportunity posted and what were the key dates?
The opportunity was posted on March 25, 2014. The application deadline was April 23, 2014. The listing was archived on May 23, 2014.
Where were applicants directed for access issues related to applying?
For access issues, applicants were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center.
Could the project be expanded beyond the initial award period?
DRL notes that, depending on available funding and demonstrated progress, the project could potentially be expanded or extended in a later phase to add activities beyond the initial award period.
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