Combating Forced Child Recruitment by FTOs and TCOs

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project to combat forced child recruitment by Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTO) and Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCO) in Colombia. The project aims to support Colombian efforts to combat forced child recruitment by enabling law enforcement to investigate, arrest, and prosecute recruiters. Key activities include specialized training, technological tools, and improved coordination between law enforcement agencies. The project will also engage with social media companies and local organizations to disrupt recruitment networks and prevent criminal groups from exploiting minors. • The primary audiences for this project are the Attorney General’s Office, Colombian National Police, local organizations, and private sector companies. • The project will be implemented in the departments and cities with the highest rates of forced recruitment and utilization of children by FTOs and TCOs. • The project will have a duration of 24 months and a budget of up to $4,000,000. • The project will require quarterly performance reports and a final report at the end of the project period.