The U.S. Embassy Bangkok Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations or individuals to submit a statement of interest (SOI) or concept note to carry out program(s) funded by the U.S. Embassy Bangkok.
Priority Program Areas
Democracy, Governance, and Human Rights
Activities that strengthen democratic values, accountability, public participation, transparency, and rule of law in governance and political institutions.
Innovative projects that educate Thais about the U.S. experience in meaningful participation in democratic processes and civic life.
Activities that promote universally recognized human rights and fundamental freedoms.
Activities that promote connection between the United States and the rising leaders in the Indo-Pacific region.
Activities that focus on enhancing critical thinking skills and promoting civic engagement to counter disinformation and improve media/digital literacy.
Technology, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Renewable Energy
Activities that support and build capability for, and promote economic inclusivity among micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and underrepresented entrepreneurs.
Activities that build digital skills and improve business practices of MSMEs and underrepresented entrepreneurs for different stages of business development.
Activities that increase awareness of environmental protection, climate change, climate-smart agriculture, transboundary water challenges, renewable energy, and other key regional issues.
Activities that promote the use of science, technology, and innovation in tackling regional or transboundary challenges and strengthening competitiveness of SMEs and underrepresented entrepreneurs
Education:
Activities that build, increase, support, and strengthen partnerships and the exchange of people, ideas, and resources between U.S. and Thai education institutions.
Activities that increase access to education and understanding of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEM/STEAM).
Innovative and educational activities that strengthen sustainable development in the Mekong subregion.
Funding Information
Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $10,000 to a maximum of $75,000
Length of performance period: Up to 12 months
Number of awards anticipated: Multiple
Anticipated program start date: Flexible
Eligibility Criteria
The Public Diplomacy Section encourages applications from the United States and Thailand:
Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations
Educational institutions
Individuals
Public international organizations and governmental institutions
