Opportunity Information: Apply for INL 16GR0032 INLEAMOLDOVA 05 11 2016

  • The DOS-INL in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Supporting Moldovan Civil Society Involvement in Law Enforcement Sector" and is now available to receive applicants.
  • Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.703.
  • This funding opportunity was created on May 11, 2016 and posted on May 11, 2016.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 11, 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 $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).
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Opportunity Summary:

The grant opportunity titled "Supporting Moldovan Civil Society Involvement in Law Enforcement Sector" (Funding Opportunity Number: INL 16GR0032 INLEAMOLDOVA 05 11 2016) is a U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (DOS-INL) solicitation aimed at strengthening how civil society in Moldova engages with, monitors, and influences the law enforcement sector. The central idea is to build broader public understanding of community-focused policing and to increase public demand for policing that is accountable, responsive, and oriented toward community needs rather than political interests or entrenched institutional habits.

At the core of the program is support for a strong, independent civil society oversight mechanism that can track police behavior and performance, identify and publicize misconduct, and help deter or expose abuses of authority and corrupt practices. Rather than focusing only on internal police reforms, the opportunity emphasizes the value of external scrutiny and citizen-led accountability as a driver of lasting change. The program also envisions constructive cooperation between civil society organizations and the police, with the intention of promoting needed reforms through dialogue, joint problem-solving, and evidence-based advocacy. In practical terms, this could include activities that improve transparency, strengthen complaint and monitoring processes, document patterns of abuse, educate communities on their rights, and develop partnerships that encourage more professional and community-trusted policing.

This is a discretionary funding opportunity using either a cooperative agreement or a grant, and it falls under the Law, Justice and Legal Services activity category (CFDA/Assistance Listing: 19.703). The funding level is relatively focused: one award is expected, with an award ceiling of $300,000. The opportunity was created and posted on May 11, 2016, and the application closing date is July 11, 2016 (both the original and current closing date are the same). Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with the specific details intended to be clarified in the official eligibility text associated with the notice.

Overall, the opportunity is designed to help shift Moldova toward more community-centered law enforcement by empowering civil society to play a sustained oversight role, building public awareness and expectations for better policing, and creating structured ways for non-governmental actors and the police to work together on reforms while also ensuring that misconduct and corruption are more likely to be detected, documented, and addressed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the title of this grant opportunity?

The opportunity is titled "Supporting Moldovan Civil Society Involvement in Law Enforcement Sector".

What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?

The Funding Opportunity Number is INL 16GR0032 INLEAMOLDOVA 05 11 2016.

Which U.S. government office is offering this funding?

This solicitation is offered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (DOS-INL).

What is the main purpose of the program?

The program aims to strengthen how civil society in Moldova engages with, monitors, and influences the law enforcement sector, with an emphasis on increasing public understanding and demand for accountable, responsive, community-focused policing.

What kind of policing approach does the opportunity promote?

It promotes community-focused policing and seeks to build public expectations for policing that prioritizes community needs rather than political interests or entrenched institutional habits.

Why does the program emphasize civil society oversight?

The opportunity centers on the idea that external scrutiny and citizen-led accountability can drive lasting change. It supports a strong, independent oversight mechanism to track police behavior and performance and to help deter, expose, or document misconduct, abuses of authority, and corrupt practices.

Is the grant focused on internal police reform or external accountability?

Based on the description provided, the opportunity emphasizes external accountability and oversight by civil society rather than focusing only on internal police reforms.

What outcomes is this grant trying to achieve in Moldova?

The opportunity is designed to help shift Moldova toward more community-centered law enforcement by: (1) empowering civil society to play a sustained oversight role, (2) building public awareness and expectations for better policing, and (3) creating structured ways for NGOs and police to work together on reforms while making misconduct and corruption more likely to be detected, documented, and addressed.

What types of activities might be supported under this opportunity?

The notice describes activities that could include improving transparency, strengthening complaint and monitoring processes, documenting patterns of abuse, educating communities on their rights, and developing partnerships that encourage more professional policing that communities can trust.

Does the program encourage cooperation between civil society organizations and the police?

Yes. It envisions constructive cooperation between civil society and the police to promote needed reforms through dialogue, joint problem-solving, and evidence-based advocacy.

How many awards are expected?

One award is expected.

What is the maximum funding amount available (award ceiling)?

The award ceiling is $300,000.

What type of funding instrument will be used?

This is a discretionary funding opportunity using either a cooperative agreement or a grant.

What is the CFDA/Assistance Listing number and program category?

The CFDA/Assistance Listing is 19.703, and it falls under the Law, Justice and Legal Services activity category.

When was the opportunity posted?

The opportunity was created and posted on May 11, 2016.

What is the application deadline?

The application closing date is July 11, 2016. The description indicates the original and current closing dates are the same.

Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others". The specific eligibility details are intended to be clarified in the official eligibility text associated with the notice.

Is this funding opportunity competitive or automatic?

It is described as a discretionary funding opportunity, which generally indicates awards are made based on an application and selection process rather than being automatic.

What does "independent civil society oversight mechanism" mean in this context?

In this notice, it refers to a civil society-led capability or structure that can monitor police behavior and performance, identify and publicize misconduct, and help deter or expose abuses of authority and corrupt practices.

What is the intended role of the public in this program?

The program seeks to build broader public understanding of community-focused policing and to increase public demand for policing that is accountable, responsive, and oriented toward community needs.

Does the opportunity mention specific focus areas like complaints, transparency, or rights education?

Yes. The description explicitly mentions practical areas such as improving transparency, strengthening complaint and monitoring processes, documenting patterns of abuse, educating communities on their rights, and building partnerships to support professional, trusted policing.

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