Design and Implementation of the English Access Program in Sri Lanka
Grant Title: Design and Implementation of the English Access Program in Sri Lanka aims to enhance English language proficiency and understanding of U.S.-Sri Lanka relations among talented, economically disadvantaged students, while also developing their critical thinking, leadership, IT, civic engagement, and media literacy skills to inspire public service and global citizenship.
The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Colombo announces an open competition to implement a program to carry out the design and implementation of the English Access Scholarship Program, 2025-2027. The English Access Scholarship Program aims to empower bright, talented, and economically disadvantaged students by developing their English language proficiency and fostering a deeper understanding of U.S.-Sri Lanka cross-cultural relations. The program emphasizes 21st century and global citizenship skills to build confidence and inspire public service in an increasingly interconnected world. In addition to English language abilities, these skills include critical and creative thinking, leadership, information technology, civic engagement, and media literacy.
Award Range
$52,000 - $104,000
Total Program Funding
$156,000
Number of Awards
2
Matching Requirement
No
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Cost sharing or matching is not required for this funding opportunity.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
September 19, 2024
Application Closes
October 21, 2024
Grantor
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Sri Lanka)
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