Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0010225
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) is offering a discretionary grant competition titled "DRLFY23 Bringing Sri Lanka's Expression Laws in-line with International Standards" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0010225). The project focus is centered on improving Sri Lanka's legal framework governing freedom of expression so that it better aligns with the country's international human rights obligations and widely recognized international standards. In practical terms, the opportunity is aimed at initiatives that support legal and policy reform related to expression, which can include efforts that examine existing laws, identify where they conflict with international norms, and help move Sri Lanka toward clearer, rights-respecting legislation and implementation.
This opportunity is structured as a grant under CFDA/Assistance Listing 19.345 and is categorized under the funding activity area "Other." DRL is inviting proposals through an open competition, meaning qualified organizations can propose their own approaches as long as they directly serve the core objective of bringing expression-related laws into closer compliance with international standards. While the notice does not spell out a prescribed set of activities in the excerpt provided, the stated goal strongly suggests projects may involve legal analysis, technical assistance, stakeholder engagement, capacity building for relevant actors, and advocacy or public education components that are consistent with DRL's democracy and human rights programming.
A wide range of applicants are eligible. DRL is open to applications from U.S.-based and foreign-based non-profit organizations and NGOs, public international organizations, and private, public, or state institutions of higher education. For-profit organizations and businesses may also apply, although DRL notes a preference for working with non-profit entities, with the caveat that a for-profit may be selected in cases where it is best suited to deliver the work. This eligibility approach allows both local and international actors, including universities and specialized organizations, to compete if they can credibly execute a program with measurable impact on expression-related legal standards and practices in Sri Lanka.
Key dates and funding parameters are straightforward. The opportunity was created on February 23, 2024, and the original application deadline is April 22, 2024. The award ceiling is $750,000, which indicates the maximum amount DRL would provide for a single award under this announcement. The "ExpectedAwards" field is listed as 0 in the source data, which can sometimes reflect an administrative placeholder rather than a definitive statement that no awards will be made; applicants generally should rely on the full official notice and any amendments for clarity on the anticipated number of awards and funding strategy.
Overall, this grant opportunity is designed for organizations capable of operating in the legal and human rights reform space, particularly those with expertise in freedom of expression standards, comparative law, legislative reform processes, and effective engagement with civil society and relevant institutions. The central theme is aligning Sri Lanka's expression laws with international norms, and applicants are expected to propose a credible, well-supported project concept that advances that outcome within the funding and timeline constraints of the competition.Apply for SFOP0010225
- The Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DRLFY23 Bringing Sri Lanka’s Expression Laws in-line with International Standards" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2024-02-23.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-04-22. (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 $750,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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