Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 12 064
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 12 064
- The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Western Hemisphere Regional Marginalized Communities Business Human Rights" 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 Jun 8, 2012 and posted on Jun 8, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 11, 2012 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 $750,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Private 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 Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
The Western Hemisphere Regional Marginalized Communities Business Human Rights grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 12 064) was a discretionary U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) program designed to support an 18-month initiative in Panama, Peru, and Guatemala focused on human rights and natural resource extraction. At its core, the program aimed to improve how consultation happens between marginalized communities and key decision-makers, and to make dialogue more structured, credible, and continuous among communities, government actors, and private-sector stakeholders connected to extractive industries. The intent was not simply to host meetings, but to strengthen the overall consultative process so affected communities have more meaningful participation when extraction-related projects impact their land, environment, safety, livelihoods, or rights.
A central feature of the opportunity was increasing marginalized groups access to practical, specialized support that often determines whether communities can engage on equal footing. DRL specifically emphasized access to technical, legal, and environmental advice, which suggests activities like connecting communities with independent experts, improving the ability to interpret environmental impact information, strengthening legal literacy around consultation and rights frameworks, and helping communities navigate complex negotiations and grievance processes. The program also sought to build sustainable connections and networks, meaning the desired outcomes went beyond short-term training and toward durable relationships and coordination channels among communities, state institutions, and companies, so that consultation and conflict-prevention mechanisms can continue functioning after the project period.
The announcement also encouraged applicants to draw, where feasible, on lessons learned from Colombia related to the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPs). This points to an interest in using regional experience to improve how companies and governments manage security around extractive operations while respecting human rights, including reducing risks of intimidation or violence and promoting responsible engagement with public or private security providers. The grant envisioned adapting and sharing practical elements from the Colombian model rather than treating the VPs as purely theoretical standards.
Coordination and non-duplication were explicit requirements. Applicants were expected to build on and closely coordinate with existing initiatives, particularly those supported by USAID and other donors in the same countries, and to ensure project activities did not replicate work already happening in the same geographic areas. In practice, this would push applicants to map current donor programming, identify gaps, select target regions carefully, and design activities that complement rather than compete with ongoing efforts.
From a funding and eligibility standpoint, DRL planned to make awards in the range of $500,000 to $750,000, with no cost-sharing or matching requirement. Eligible applicants included U.S. and non-U.S. nonprofit organizations (including those without 501(c)(3) status), as well as public, state-controlled, and private institutions of higher education. The grant was listed under CFDA 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor. The opportunity was posted June 8, 2012, and closed July 11, 2012, with an archive date of August 10, 2012.
Overall, this opportunity was aimed at reducing conflict and rights abuses linked to extractive projects by strengthening community capacity, improving the quality and fairness of consultation, and establishing reliable channels of engagement among marginalized populations, governments, and companies, while leveraging regional best practices like the Voluntary Principles and aligning closely with other donor-funded efforts already operating in Panama, Peru, and Guatemala.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled the Western Hemisphere Regional Marginalized Communities Business Human Rights grant opportunity.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLA DRLAQM 12 064.
Which U.S. government office administered this program?
This was a discretionary program of the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What was the main purpose of the program?
The program was designed to strengthen human-rights-related consultation processes connected to natural resource extraction, so marginalized communities can participate more meaningfully when extraction-related projects affect their land, environment, safety, livelihoods, or rights.
Which countries were covered by the initiative?
The initiative focused on Panama, Peru, and Guatemala.
How long was the planned project period?
The opportunity supported an 18-month initiative.
What issue area did the program focus on?
The focus was human rights and natural resource extraction, especially improving how consultation and dialogue occur among affected communities and decision-makers.
What does "improving consultation" mean in the context of this grant?
It refers to making consultation more structured, credible, and continuous among marginalized communities, government actors, and private-sector stakeholders connected to extractive industries. The intent was to strengthen the overall consultative process rather than simply host one-off meetings.
Who were the key stakeholders expected to be part of the dialogue?
The opportunity emphasized engagement among (1) marginalized communities, (2) government actors, and (3) private-sector stakeholders tied to extractive industries.
What kinds of community impacts were explicitly mentioned?
The announcement highlighted impacts on land, environment, safety, livelihoods, and rights when extraction-related projects are planned or implemented.
What types of support did DRL emphasize for marginalized groups?
DRL specifically emphasized access to technical, legal, and environmental advice to help communities engage on more equal footing during consultation and negotiation processes.
What are examples of the "technical, legal, and environmental" support described?
Based on the description, examples could include connecting communities with independent experts, improving the ability to interpret environmental impact information, strengthening legal literacy related to consultation and rights frameworks, and helping communities navigate negotiation and grievance processes.
Was the goal limited to short-term trainings or meetings?
No. The desired outcomes went beyond short-term activities and emphasized strengthening the underlying consultative process and building durable relationships and coordination channels that could continue functioning after the project period.
What does the opportunity mean by "sustainable connections and networks"?
It refers to building longer-lasting relationships and coordination mechanisms among communities, state institutions, and companies, so consultation and conflict-prevention channels remain viable beyond the life of the grant.
How did the opportunity address conflict prevention?
It aimed to reduce conflict and rights abuses linked to extractive projects by improving consultation quality and fairness, increasing community capacity, and creating reliable engagement channels among communities, governments, and companies.
Did the opportunity mention any relevant regional best practices?
Yes. Applicants were encouraged, where feasible, to draw on lessons learned from Colombia related to the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPs).
What are the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPs) in the context of this grant?
In this announcement, the VPs were referenced as a practical regional experience (particularly from Colombia) that could inform improved management of security around extractive operations while respecting human rights, including reducing risks of intimidation or violence and promoting responsible engagement with public or private security providers.
Was the program seeking theoretical promotion of standards or practical adaptation?
The description indicates an interest in adapting and sharing practical elements from the Colombian model, rather than treating the Voluntary Principles as purely theoretical standards.
What did the opportunity require regarding coordination with other donors?
Coordination and non-duplication were explicit requirements. Applicants were expected to build on and closely coordinate with existing initiatives, particularly those supported by USAID and other donors in the same countries.
What does "non-duplication" mean for applicants?
Applicants were expected to ensure their activities did not replicate work already happening in the same geographic areas, implying the need to understand existing donor programming and design complementary activities.
How might applicants have been expected to demonstrate coordination and non-duplication?
The description suggests applicants would need to map current donor programming, identify gaps, select target regions carefully, and design activities that complement ongoing initiatives rather than compete with them.
What was the expected award funding range?
DRL planned to make awards in the range of $500,000 to $750,000.
Was cost-sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity stated there was no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants included U.S. and non-U.S. nonprofit organizations (including those without 501(c)(3) status), as well as public, state-controlled, and private institutions of higher education.
Could non-U.S. organizations apply?
Yes. Both U.S. and non-U.S. nonprofit organizations were eligible.
Did an organization need U.S. 501(c)(3) status to be eligible?
No. The opportunity explicitly included nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status.
Were universities and colleges eligible?
Yes. Public, state-controlled, and private institutions of higher education were listed as eligible applicants.
What CFDA number was associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity was listed under CFDA 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on June 8, 2012.
When did the opportunity close?
The opportunity closed on July 11, 2012.
When was the archive date?
The archive date was August 10, 2012.
What kinds of extractive-industry-related risks did the grant description highlight?
The description highlighted risks tied to human rights and security around extractive operations, including reducing risks of intimidation or violence and promoting responsible engagement with security providers, while also addressing broader community impacts such as environmental and livelihood effects.
Browse more opportunities from the same agency: Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification)
Next opportunity: Gunnison High School Outdoor Education Classes in Gunnison Colorado.
Previous opportunity: National Park Service Monitoring Landbirds in Northern Colorado Plateau Network Park units
USGrants.org Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 12 064
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (DRLA DRLAQM 12 064) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program Apply for DHS 12 GPD 004 000 99 Funding Number: DHS 12 GPD 004 000 99 Agency: Department of Homeland Security FEMA Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $2,750,000 |
| U.S. Embassy Beirut Small Grants Program for Civil Society Apply for NEALE 12 GR 001 NEA 061312 Funding Number: NEALE 12 GR 001 NEA 061312 Agency: U.S. Mission to Lebanon Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Assessment of ecological roles of gravel bar features restored by gravel augmentation and channel rehabilitation activities below Lewiston Dam Apply for R12AS20022 Funding Number: R12AS20022 Agency: Bureau of Reclamation Mid Pacific Region Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $15,000 |
| Expanding Civic Participation and Defending Human Rights in Cuba Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 12 066 Funding Number: DRLA DRLAQM 12 066 Agency: Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $2,050,000 |
| Vegetation Interns Apply for P12AC10548 Funding Number: P12AC10548 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $56,000 |
| Electronic Device Distraction Mitigation Peer to Peer Coaching Grant Apply for FR RSR 12 001 015329 Funding Number: FR RSR 12 001 015329 Agency: DOT/Federal Railroad Administration Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Western Kazakhstan Community Dialogue Program Apply for RFA 176 12 000010 Funding Number: RFA 176 12 000010 Agency: Kazakhstan USAID Almaty Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $290,000 |
| Ukraine Media Partnership Program Apply for AEECA 1972 12 0306 Funding Number: AEECA 1972 12 0306 Agency: U.S. Mission to Ukraine Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $400,000 |
| Notice of Intent to Award Youth Project Rehabilitation of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Vermont, Route 140 to Clarendon Shelter, Crew 1 and Crew 2 Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0039 Funding Number: NPS 12 NERO 0039 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $50,000 |
| Notice of Intent to Award Provide for a Vermont Youth Conservation Corps and Partnership Program 2012 at Marsh Billings Rockefeller National Historical Park Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0040 Funding Number: NPS 12 NERO 0040 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $40,373 |
| Notice of Intent to Award Teens To Trails/College Outdoor Mentors Outreach Coordinator Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0042 Funding Number: NPS 12 NERO 0042 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $25,000 |
| Notice of Intent to Award Youth Ambassador Program Rivers and Trails Project Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0043 Funding Number: NPS 12 NERO 0043 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $49,420 |
| Survey for the Indiana Bat (Myotis sodalist) in Southeastern Nebraska Apply for F12AS00222 Funding Number: F12AS00222 Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $50,000 |
| BLM Colorado Gunnison Basin Archaeological Research Program (GBARP) Apply for L12AS00128 Funding Number: L12AS00128 Agency: Bureau of Land Management Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $30,000 |
| Training Curriculum Development for Probation and Parole Supervision Executives Apply for 12CS12 Funding Number: 12CS12 Agency: National Institute of Corrections Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $90,000 |
| Promoting Accountability for Ethno Religious Violence in Nigeria. Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 12 071 Funding Number: DRLA DRLAQM 12 071 Agency: Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Notice of Intent to Award New Jersey Pinelands Long Term Environmental Monitoring Program Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0051 Funding Number: NPS 12 NERO 0051 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $267,300 |
| Notice of Intent to Award Fort McHenry, Baltimore, MD Maintain Cultural Landscapes with Project SERVE Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0053 Funding Number: NPS 12 NERO 0053 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $51,769 |
| Notice of Intent to Award Appalachian Trail Conservation by Youth Service in Maine Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0054 Funding Number: NPS 12 NERO 0054 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Notice of Intent to Award Rehabilitation of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Connecticut and Massachusetts Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0055 Funding Number: NPS 12 NERO 0055 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $25,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Subscribe to Leads
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "DRLA DRLAQM 12 064", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.