u.s. embassy
Relevent Country: Pakistan
Type of work: Project and Program Management
Last Date: 28-04-2023
The Regional English Language Office (RELO) in the Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy Islamabad of the U.S. Department of State (hereafter referred to as “RELO Pakistan”) is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
This grant is for the countrywide management of the English Works! program, in collaboration with in-country educational service providers. The target demographic for this project is under-employed and unemployed young adults ages 17-25. Participants will be identified and/or selected by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates from across Pakistan. In-country educational service providers that conduct the classes are also selected by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates. (Note: Throughout this NOFO, schools, NGOs, and other partners will be referred to as “in-country educational service providers.”)
RELO Pakistan’s purpose in funding projects under this opportunity is to improve human capacity by creating a better educated and more skillful workforce. This program will increase participants’ English language proficiency and employability, enabling them to become more productive members of their community and society.
English Works! is an intensive six-month (240+ contact hours) English-language proficiency and skills enhancement program for youth, ages 17-25. The overall goal of English Works! is to enhance the English language proficiency and employability of underserved youth. The program aims to improve the participants’ English language proficiency by focusing on specific language skills and vocabulary needed for employment or entrepreneurship. In addition to improving English language proficiency, the program aims to improve the participants’ leadership and critical thinking skills for future study and work opportunities through industry-specific site visits, guest speakers, and tech camps.
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The following organizations are eligible to apply:
Source: https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=346396