Opportunity Information: Apply for AFSEY 20 01
The grant opportunity titled Strengthening Seychelles' Democratic Institutions (Funding Opportunity Number AFSEY 20 01) is a discretionary U.S. Department of State grant administered by the U.S. Mission to Mauritius. It was posted on August 10, 2020, with an original closing date of August 17, 2020. The program is focused on supporting Seychelles' 2020 elections by working through local civil society organizations and other relevant election stakeholders. The overall intent is to strengthen democratic processes by improving voter awareness and building the capacity of domestic election observers, including helping them operate effectively on election day.
The program lays out several practical objectives. First, it funds a series of voter education and public information outreach activities intended to reach voters across Seychelles, paired with media engagement ahead of the election. This portion of the work is meant to improve public understanding of the electoral process, encourage informed participation, and ensure voters have access to clear and timely information in the run-up to voting. Second, it supports a short-term election observer training program delivered over two weeks for up to 40 observers. The training component is designed to prepare observers to monitor polling and related procedures using consistent methods and basic observation standards, helping strengthen the credibility and transparency of the election environment. Third, the grant includes procurement of materials needed for observers to do their jobs, which may include items that enable documentation, identification, coordination, and fieldwork readiness. Finally, it provides assistance with transportation for election observers and their equipment on election day, addressing a common logistical barrier that can limit observation coverage or reduce the ability of observers to deploy where they are most needed.
The primary audiences for the project are (1) the general voting population in Seychelles, who would benefit from voter education and information outreach, and (2) a defined cohort of 40 election observers who would receive training and operational support. The opportunity anticipates a single award, with a maximum funding level (award ceiling) of $42,300. The eligible applicant category is listed broadly as "Others," indicating that the funding is intended for nontraditional or specifically qualified entities described in the full eligibility guidance, with an emphasis implied by the narrative on local NGOs and election-focused stakeholders capable of implementing nationwide civic outreach and a targeted observer program.Apply for AFSEY 20 01
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Mauritius in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strengthening Seychelles’ Democratic Institutions" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.700.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 10, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 17, 2020. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $42,300.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Strengthening Seychelles' Democratic Institutions (AFSEY 20 01)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled Strengthening Seychelles' Democratic Institutions.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is AFSEY 20 01.
Who is offering and administering this grant?
This is a discretionary U.S. Department of State grant administered by the U.S. Mission to Mauritius.
When was the opportunity posted?
It was posted on August 10, 2020.
What was the original closing date?
The original closing date was August 17, 2020.
What is the overall purpose of the program?
The overall intent is to strengthen democratic processes in Seychelles by supporting the 2020 elections through voter awareness activities and by building the capacity of domestic election observers, including helping them operate effectively on election day.
What elections does this program focus on?
The program is focused on supporting Seychelles' 2020 elections.
How does the program plan to support the elections?
The program supports the elections by working through local civil society organizations and other relevant election stakeholders to deliver voter education, engage media, train observers, and address key logistical needs for observation on election day.
What are the main activities funded by the grant?
The grant funds four core activity areas: (1) voter education and public information outreach with media engagement, (2) a short-term election observer training program, (3) procurement of observation-related materials, and (4) transportation assistance for observers and their equipment on election day.
What does the voter education and public information component include?
It includes a series of voter education and public information outreach activities intended to reach voters across Seychelles, paired with media engagement ahead of the election. The aim is to improve public understanding of the electoral process, encourage informed participation, and ensure voters have access to clear and timely information before voting.
Who is the voter education component intended to reach?
It is intended to reach the general voting population in Seychelles, with outreach designed to reach voters across the country.
What is the election observer training component?
The program supports a short-term observer training delivered over two weeks for up to 40 observers.
How many observers can be trained under this program?
Up to 40 election observers are anticipated to be trained.
How long is the observer training expected to last?
The training is described as a short-term program delivered over two weeks.
What is the goal of training domestic election observers?
The training is intended to prepare observers to monitor polling and related procedures using consistent methods and basic observation standards, helping strengthen the credibility and transparency of the election environment.
What types of materials can the grant procure for observers?
The grant includes procurement of materials needed for observers to do their jobs. Examples mentioned include items that enable documentation, identification, coordination, and fieldwork readiness.
Does the grant cover transportation for observers?
Yes. It provides assistance with transportation for election observers and their equipment on election day to address logistical barriers that could limit observation coverage or prevent observers from deploying where they are most needed.
Who are the primary audiences or beneficiaries of this project?
The primary audiences are (1) the general voting population in Seychelles who benefit from voter education and information outreach, and (2) a defined cohort of 40 election observers who receive training and operational support.
How many awards are expected to be made?
The opportunity anticipates a single award.
What is the maximum funding amount available?
The award ceiling is $42,300.
Is this a discretionary grant?
Yes. It is described as a discretionary U.S. Department of State grant.
Who is eligible to apply?
The eligible applicant category is listed as "Others". The narrative implies an emphasis on local NGOs and election-focused stakeholders capable of implementing nationwide civic outreach and a targeted observer program, but the specific definition of "Others" would be described in the full eligibility guidance.
What kind of organization is this opportunity aiming to fund?
Based on the description, the opportunity is aimed at organizations able to (1) run voter education and media engagement across Seychelles and (2) implement a two-week training and election-day operational support package for a cohort of domestic election observers.
What results is the program trying to achieve?
The program seeks to improve voter awareness and understanding of the electoral process, increase informed participation, strengthen domestic observation capacity, and improve the credibility and transparency of election day procedures through better-prepared and better-supported observers.
Does the opportunity mention working with stakeholders beyond civil society?
Yes. It notes implementation through local civil society organizations and other relevant election stakeholders.
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