U.S. Embassy Yangon Public Diplomacy Small Grants Competition (Myanmar)

Deadline: 15-Apr-2025

The U.S. Embassy Yangon of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations or individuals to submit an application and proposal to carry out a program (or programs) to strengthen the cultural ties and understanding between the U.S. and Myanmar through programs or projects that highlight shared values, promote bilateral cooperation and exchange.

All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.

Priority Program Areas

• Priority will be given to proposals that address one or more of the following program areas:
  • Education – Programs that provide skill-based and vocational opportunities for Myanmar students and young adults in support of economic empowerment, special priority will be given to proposals that are aimed towards disadvantaged, marginalized, and rural communities. Programs that promote understating of U.S education and culture or that help prepare for study in the United States; the building of linkages between American and Myanmar private academic & cultural institutions; and training opportunities for Myanmar students or faculty and artists.
  • Entrepreneurship – Projects that provide training for small businesses and entrepreneurs, especially programs that are tailored toward disadvantaged or marginalized, or rural communities.
  • Media Literacy, Independent Media & Press Freedom – Projects that promotes digital & media literacy, support training for independent & citizen journalism, and counter disinformation.
  • English Language Learning – Projects that teach English skills and culture to Myanmar youth and young professionals.  Programs for Business English or English for Entrepreneurs.
  • Myanmar Bilateral Relationship – Programs that seek to promote a greater understanding of U.S. policies, culture, and society to Myanmar audiences; activities that promote shared values and interests between the American and Myanmar people; and projects that build people-to-people ties.
  • Supporting Inclusive & Diverse Society – Programs that seeks to build inclusive society, promote a deepened understanding of diversity and inclusion, and encourage tolerance and peace through socio-economic development, dialogue, skills development, and economic empowerment.

Funding Information

• Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $5,000 to a maximum of $99,999; most awards are expected to be approximately $25,000.

Duration

• Length of performance period: 1 to 12 months.

Eligibility Criteria

• Eligible Applicants
  • The following organizations are eligible to apply. The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from both U.S and foreign organizations of the following types:
    • Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society / non-governmental organizations
    • Alumni of USG Exchanges
    • Educational institutions
    • Individuals

For more information, visit U.S. Embassy in Burma.