U.S. Embassy Gaborone PAS Annual Program Statement

A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION U.S. Embassy Gaborone’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, strategic themes, and procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow the instructions below. Purpose of Small Grants: PAS Gaborone invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Botswana, build up the knowledge-based economy, promote renewable energy, promote climate change adaptation and mitigation, empower women in public leadership, enhance security, reinforce conservation roles, motivate the development of civil society, encourage diversity and inclusion of minority groups, and facilitate cultural and exchange programming that promotes shared values and bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American element, or connection with American experts, organizations, or institutions in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.