Solicitation of Statements of Interest: English Access Microscholarship Program Proposed Project: The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan, is pleased to announce a solicitation of Statements of Interest (SOIs) from eligible in-country educational service providers (hereafter referred to as the Access Provider) for the English Access Microscholarship Program (hereafter referred to as the Access Program). PAS invites all organizations (NGOs) to submit proposals no later than April 29, 2018. The Access Program is a global scholarship program supported by the U.S. Department of State that provides a foundation of English language and computer skills to talented 13- to 25-year-old students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds through after-school classes and intensive sessions. Access students also gain an appreciation of U.S. culture and democratic values through enhancement activities. The Access Program is a two-year program that requires a minimum of 360 hours of instruction reasonably distributed over the two-year period. PAS is seeking in-country educational service providers to implement three Access-related programs, which include: A traditional two-year English language and cultural awareness Access Program for disadvantaged youth A teacher training program An Access alumni engagement program in selected Afghan communities Selected implementers will act as sub-grantees or contractors to FHI360, the NGO awarded the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of English Language Programs cooperative agreement to administer the Access Program in Afghanistan. Applicants may submit a proposal to implement one or more programs. Details of the Programs: Traditional Access Program; ceiling amount is $105,000 The Access Program is a high-profile public diplomacy initiative that provides participating U.S. embassies an opportunity to demonstrate the United States’ dedication to education and mutual understanding. This microscholarship provides a foundation of English language and computer skills to economically disadvantaged 13- to 25-year-old students through a cost-effective program of at 360 hours of instruction. The Access Program gives the students skills that lead to improved educational prospects and career opportunities. More than 7,633 Afghan public high school students from 12 provinces have benefited from this program since 2006. While the Access Program may differ from country to country, the following requirements hold for programs worldwide: Access Program curricula must include enhancement activities, such as cultural, personal development, and community service activities, to increase understanding of U.S. culture and values.
Solicitation of Statements of Interest: English Access Microscholarship Program Proposed Project: The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan, is pleased to announce a solicitation of Statements of Interest (SOIs) from eligible in-country educational service providers (hereafter referred to as the Access Provider) for the English Access Microscholarship Program (hereafter referred to as the Access Program). PAS invites all organizations (NGOs) to submit proposals no later than April 29, 2018. The Access Program is a global scholarship program supported by the U.S. Department of State that provides a foundation of English language and computer skills to talented 13- to 25-year-old students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds through after-school classes and intensive sessions. Access students also gain an appreciation of U.S. culture and democratic values through enhancement activities. The Access Program is a two-year program that requires a minimum of 360 hours of instruction reasonably distributed over the two-year period. PAS is seeking in-country educational service providers to implement three Access-related programs, which include: A traditional two-year English language and cultural awareness Access Program for disadvantaged youth A teacher training program An Access alumni engagement program in selected Afghan communities Selected implementers will act as sub-grantees or contractors to FHI360, the NGO awarded the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of English Language Programs cooperative agreement to administer the Access Program in Afghanistan. Applicants may submit a proposal to implement one or more programs. Details of the Programs: Traditional Access Program; ceiling amount is $105,000 The Access Program is a high-profile public diplomacy initiative that provides participating U.S. embassies an opportunity to demonstrate the United States’ dedication to education and mutual understanding. This microscholarship provides a foundation of English language and computer skills to economically disadvantaged 13- to 25-year-old students through a cost-effective program of at 360 hours of instruction. The Access Program gives the students skills that lead to improved educational prospects and career opportunities. More than 7,633 Afghan public high school students from 12 provinces have benefited from this program since 2006. While the Access Program may differ from country to country, the following requirements hold for programs worldwide: Access Program curricula must include enhancement activities, such as cultural, personal development, and community service activities, to increase understanding of U.S. culture and values.
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