Description
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil are announcing an open competition to implement the U.S. Speaker and Specialist Program in Brazil. The program aims to strengthen connections between Brazil and the United States by promoting knowledge exchange, professional collaboration, and shared learning. The program will bring American specialists to engage with Brazilian institutions and professionals from the public, private, and academic sectors. Activities will focus on U.S. priority areas such as energy, innovation, freedom of expression, public safety, technology, and commercial development. Some key aspects of the program include:
• Implementing nationwide programming and delivering clear, results-oriented activities
• Providing practical insights, supporting informed decision making, and encouraging the adoption of U.S. approaches across sectors
• Creating opportunities for dialogue and learning, strengthening professional connections, and expanding access to expertise
• Supporting ongoing collaboration between U.S. and Brazilian partners
The program expects to issue one award of up to $250,000, and applicants should demonstrate the capacity to implement nationwide programming and deliver clear, results-oriented activities.