Deadline: 30 July 2018

The U.S. Embassy in Skopje Public Affairs Section is inviting non-profit/non-governmental organizations and educational institutions to develop and implement a series of workshops for young journalists from the Republic of Macedonia.

Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing media training programs is required.  A broad pool of media contacts and established relationships with potential media trainers/coaches will be considered favorably.

Objectives

Introduce journalists to new skills and trends in reporting

• Strengthen the ability of journalists to identify disinformation tactics and build skills to expose disinformation
• Expose participants to digital tools and educate them about digital security
• Analyze challenges and explore opportunities created by new media
• Encourage creation of original and high-quality content
• Present journalists with case studies and hands-on experiences to encourage critical analysis and train them to become fluent storytellers

The program should include selection of a cohort of 15-20 journalists under the age of 35.  The grantee should plan 9 to 12one-day workshops in Macedonia for this cohort, one per month over a period of 9-12 months.

Funding Information

• Estimated Total Program Funding: $75,000
• Award Ceiling: $75,000
• Award Floor: $24,000

Eligibility Criteria

• Eligibility is limited to non-profit/nongovernmental organizations. For-profit organizations are not eligible to apply.
• Proposals must demonstrate a commitment towards the support and inclusion of marginalized communities (including disability status, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, whether they live in a rural or urban setting, etc.). Proposals from U.S. institutions should identify potential local sub-grantees.
• The application should:
  • Enumerate specific outputs and outcomes to be achieved by the end of the grant period;
  • Describe American content and/or involvement in the project;
  • Clearly specify the audiences to be reached and the geographic locations of program activities, and proposed programs in multiple locations, should explain how that will be accomplished;
  • Explain how programs and activities will be monitored and evaluated;
  • Describe how elements of the project will have a multiplier effect or be sustainable beyond the life of the grant;
  • Include a traditional and/or social media plan for marketing or advertising program activities and outcomes;
  • Demonstrate competency to manage all financial and oversight aspects of the project, including participant costs and transparent arrangements of sub-grant relationships with partner organizations, if applicable.

How to Apply

Applicants can apply via given website.

For more information, please visit Grants.gov.