# U.S. Speaker and Specialist Program for Brazil

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/fy24-2024-bsb-410605-u-s-speaker-and-specialist-program-for-brazil/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/355398

> U.S. Mission to Brazil offered grants of up to $100,000 (at least $80,000) to the applicants described in the notice. It expected to make one award worth $100,000 in total. Applications closed on August 16, 2024.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | FY24-2024-BSB-410605 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Brazil |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | August 16, 2024 |
| Award ceiling | $100,000 |
| Award floor | $80,000 |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $100,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section in Brasilia welcomes proposals for cooperative agreements from both U.S.-based and Brazilian non-profit institutions that possess expertise in implementing educational and cultural programs. Applicants must be properly registered in SAM.gov before submitting their applications. These programs are instrumental in advancing mutual understanding and cooperation between the United States and Brazil. Non-Profit Status:The U.S. Embassy Brasilia Public Affairs Section accepts applications only from U.S. and Brazilian organizations that:• Legally registered non-governmental organizations (NGOs)• Not-for-profit• Possess at least two years of experience with expert speaker programs.

## What the grant funds

This opportunity aims to connect U.S. experts with Brazilian audiences and institutions by conducting lectures, workshops, and media engagements to improve understanding of U.S. priorities and strengthen bilateral relationships. Applicants are required to incorporate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) principles into their proposals. Programs can be held either in-person or virtually, and applicants should address both options in their proposals. In-person programs typically last between four days and one week, while virtual programs are scheduled for specific dates and times, potentially forming part of a series. Speakers will cover topics outlined by the Brasilia Public Affairs Section that align with their strategic objectives and will engage with diverse professional audiences across various Brazilian institutions. Recipients should be prepared to identify and recruit experts in seven key strategic areas: Renewable energy, climate change, and environmental conservation Diversity, inclusion, and social justice Entrepreneurship and economic growth STEM fields Foreign policy and international affairs Journalism, misinformation/disinformation, and digital literacy Public Security If deemed appropriate by the Brasilia Public Affairs Section, experts in additional Mission priority areas such as education, culture, and the arts may be selected to participate in this project. Should an expert be identified by the U.S. Mission Brazil, the recipient will not be responsible for recruitment services but will offer logistical and administrative support necessary for the expert's travel to Brazil or their virtual involvement in an event. Below outlines the roles and responsibilities of the Recipient and the U.S. Government (USG) through the Brasilia Public Affairs Section for the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Effective collaboration between both parties is essential for the successful selection, travel coordination, and program participation of U.S. experts invited to Brazil. 1) Recipient's Role: Conduct research: The recipient will conduct research based on specific topics provided by Brasilia Public Affairs Section and suggest suitable U.S. experts for potential travel to Brazil. Responsibilities include sourcing experts, evaluating their credentials, and submitting resumes for USG vetting and Mission approval.

## Questions people ask

### Is FY24-2024-BSB-410605 still open?

No. It closed on August 16, 2024. A newer notice is open: OFOP0002825, closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left).

### Who can apply for U.S. Speaker and Specialist Program for Brazil?

U.S. Mission to Brazil accepted applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for U.S. Speaker and Specialist Program for Brazil?

Closed August 16, 2024. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $100,000 each. About $100,000 in total for one award.

### Who has won Public Diplomacy Programs grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Meridian International Center, American Councils for International Education: Actr/Accels, Inc. The program made 13,489 awards worth $358 million in that time.