Sharing U.S. best practices in transparency mechanisms offered to civil society organizations

The U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo is seeking applications to share U.S. best practices in transparency mechanisms with civil society organizations in the Dominican Republic. The goal of this project is to establish a better understanding of the government's role in supporting access to transparency and accountability mechanisms. The project will involve a U.S. expert engaging with local government entities and civil society organizations to share U.S. experiences and best practices in management and compliance of FOIA requests, ethics and integrity of FOIA offices, and publication of audits and reports for the public. • The project will include a minimum of four days of engagements with officials from Dominican government entities. • Applicants must present an intentional agenda of engagements and a budget for the logistical aspects of the proposal. • The U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo will identify a U.S. expert to work with the grantee. • The project will create a space for dialogue and exchange between government institutions and civil society organizations.