Description
The J. Christopher Stevens Virtual Exchange Initiative (JCSVEI) is a program that aims to promote mutual understanding and cooperation between the United States and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The program will provide virtual exchange opportunities for young leaders in the MENA region and the United States, focusing on themes such as science and technology innovation, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement. The program will consist of two distinct options: the JCSVEI and the JCSVEI: Digital Leaders for Peace and Economic Opportunity. Applicants can submit proposals for one or both options. The program will be implemented through cooperative agreements with two separate awards, each funded at approximately $5 million. The program's goals include promoting American scientific excellence, technological leadership, and innovation, while also promoting core U.S. principles such as freedom of speech and individual liberty.
• The program will target young leaders in the MENA region and the United States.
• The program will focus on themes such as science and technology innovation, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement.
• The program will consist of two distinct options: the JCSVEI and the JCSVEI: Digital Leaders for Peace and Economic Opportunity.
• The program will be implemented through cooperative agreements with two separate awards, each funded at approximately $5 million.
• The program's goals include promoting American scientific excellence, technological leadership, and innovation, while also promoting core U.S. principles such as freedom of speech and individual liberty.