U.S. Embassy Bangui PDS Annual Program Statement

The U.S. Embassy Bangui Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is seeking proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and the Central African Republic through cultural and exchange programming. The programs should promote bilateral cooperation, include a U.S. cultural element, and support U.S. policy and perspectives. Priority areas include strengthening people-to-people ties, increasing the capacity of journalists to combat disinformation, enhancing media literacy, increasing civic engagement, and promoting English language capacity. Some examples of programs that may be funded include: * Civic education projects * Media projects, such as fact-checking networks or media literacy programs * Youth community service projects * Programs and workshops that support cultural understanding and English language acquisition * Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs * Artistic and cultural workshops, performances, and exhibitions * Professional and academic exchanges and programs