Program to End Modern Slavery Annual Program Statement

The Program to End Modern Slavery Annual Program Statement (PEMS) is a funding opportunity that aims to develop, test, evaluate, and scale evidence-based anti-trafficking interventions. The program is open to various types of organizations, including not-for-profit organizations, public and private educational institutions, for-profit organizations, public international organizations, and U.S. government agencies. The program has a focus on combating human trafficking and modern slavery, and applicants must submit proposals that align with the U.S. National Security Strategy, the State Department FY 2026-2030 Agency Strategy, U.S. Executive Orders, and the annual Trafficking in Persons Report. Key aspects of the program include: • The program has an estimated funding of $25,000,000, with an award floor of $500,000 and an award ceiling of $8,000,000. • The program is open to applications throughout the year, with proposals received between June 19 and September 30 being prioritized and reviewed by December 31. • The program allows applicants to submit multiple proposals, but each proposal must be unique and align with the program's priorities. • The program has a focus on international programs to combat human trafficking, and applicants must demonstrate a clear understanding of the issue and a robust plan for addressing it.