Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAISB 22 AW 014 01112022
The grant opportunity titled "Countering Violent Extremism and Fostering Community Resilience" is a U.S. Department of State Public Diplomacy Grants program administered by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) at the U.S. Consulate General in Peshawar. Its main purpose is to support projects that help reduce violent extremism and terrorism in Pakistan by strengthening communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and the Newly Merged Districts (NMDs) that were previously part of the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). The opportunity is built around the idea that durable progress against violent extremism is not only a security issue, but also a community resilience issue, where civil society, local communities, and the private sector can play an important role in shaping norms, expanding positive opportunities, and resisting extremist pressure and propaganda.
The Consulate is looking for proposals that take a comprehensive approach to the challenges posed by violent extremist messaging and recruitment. A central theme of the opportunity is strengthening local capacity so communities can sustain efforts over the long term rather than relying on short, one-off interventions. Projects are expected to contribute to more tolerant perspectives, constructive civic engagement, and stronger local institutions. The program places special emphasis on women and youth, reflecting the reality that young people are often targeted for recruitment and that women can be key community anchors and influencers in preventing radicalization and promoting social cohesion.
Applicants are invited to propose activities that address one or more of three core objectives. The first objective, "Counter Narrative," focuses on directly challenging and undermining extremist narratives that encourage violence, while also offering credible alternative narratives that promote tolerance and peaceful coexistence. This can include efforts that amplify positive local voices, promote social cohesion, and reduce the appeal of extremist propaganda by offering compelling, culturally relevant messaging that resonates with target audiences in KP and the NMDs.
The second objective, "Capacity Building," is aimed at strengthening social tolerance in communities that are exposed to messaging promoting violent extremism. In practice, this can mean building the skills, networks, and organizational strength of local groups, educators, community leaders, and institutions so they can respond effectively to polarization, misinformation, intimidation, or extremist framing. It also implies creating or improving community structures that can withstand divisive influences and support dialogue across social, sectarian, ethnic, or political lines.
The third objective, "Preventative Outreach," emphasizes proactive efforts to provide positive alternatives for ordinary citizens, with a particular focus on younger Pakistanis in KP and the NMDs who may be susceptible to recruitment. This objective supports programming that helps youth develop critical thinking, participate in structured dialogue, and gain constructive pathways for civic participation or personal development. The goal is to reduce the vulnerability that extremist groups exploit by expanding healthy social connections, credible information sources, and meaningful alternatives to extremist involvement.
From a funding and administrative standpoint, this is a discretionary opportunity funded through a cooperative agreement, which typically means the funder expects a more active role in project coordination or oversight compared to a standard grant. The opportunity number is SCAISB 22 AW 014 01112022, and it is listed under CFDA 19.501. The award ceiling is USD 250,000, with one expected award. The opportunity was created on January 11, 2022, and the original closing date was March 14, 2022. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," indicating that nontraditional applicants may be considered, although the specific eligibility details would normally be clarified in the full notice under the eligibility section.
Overall, the opportunity is designed to fund a single, relatively substantial project that can demonstrate credible local engagement, practical methods for countering extremist influence, and a clear plan for building self-sustaining community capacity. The most competitive proposals would logically be those that connect messaging and narrative work with on-the-ground community programming, show a realistic understanding of local dynamics in KP and the NMDs, and deliver measurable improvements in resilience, tolerance, and prevention of extremist recruitment, especially among youth and women.Apply for SCAISB 22 AW 014 01112022
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Pakistan in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Countering Violent Extremism and Fostering Community Resilience" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 11, 2022.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 14, 2022. (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 $250,000.00 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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