Tenders are invited for Grants Notice- Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program 2023

Grants Notice- Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program 2023 PAS Skopje invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and North Macedonia through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. 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. Examples of PAS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to: · Academic and professional lectures, seminars and speaker programs; · Programs that support culture and the arts, including mutual appreciation of artistic work from both countries; · Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances and exhibitions; · Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs; · Professional and academic exchanges and programs; · Programs focused on entrepreneurship and innovation; · Programs focused on diversity and empowerment of youth and underserved communities; · Programs focused on democratic processes and values; · Programs focused on gender issues; · Programs focused on human and equal rights; · Programs focused on media literacy; · Programs focused on strengthening resiliency against disinformation; and malign influence; · Programs focused on environment protection; and · Programs that support North Macedonia’s Euro-Atlantic integration process.