Closed · DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2023-0015 · CFDA 19.021 · Discretionary

Women and Technology initiative

Federal grant opportunity posted by U.S. Mission to Iraq, cataloged on Grants.gov.

$500K-$500K
Award range
Closed
Status
August 31, 2023
Close date
1
Expected awards

The verdict

Women and Technology initiative is a closed discretionary listing from U.S. Mission to Iraq that offered $500,000 -- $500,000 across 1 expected award. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.

$500K-$500K
award range
Closed
application status
1
expected award
19.021
CFDA program

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - Women and Technology initiative - is cataloged under number DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2023-0015 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 19.021, posted by U.S. Mission to Iraq. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on August 1, 2023. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a grant.

Award economics. The award range on file is $500,000 -- $500,000. The agency has projected $500,000 in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 1 award. If the agency funds the expected 1 award from the $500,000 estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $500,000. Cost sharing is not required, so applicants do not need to commit matching funds to be competitive on this opportunity. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.

Deadline and action path. This opportunity closed on August 31, 2023. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully, federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed, it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities. Before acting on the deadline or award figures above, verify them directly on the official Grants.gov listing, amendments can change dates and amounts after this page was last refreshed.

Award Range

$500,000 -- $500,000

Close Date

August 31, 2023

Posted

August 1, 2023

Est. Total Funding

$500,000

Expected Awards

1

Instrument

Grant

Description

The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals to develop and implement a project to support women ages 18-30 to enter and succeed in information technology careers. Proposals should focus on the following areas: (1) providing women participants with advanced computer and technology training; and (2) facilitating issuance of Information Technology certifications from certified U.S. institutions. The Women and technology Program will: Provide participants with advanced computer and technology training that should include, but not be limited to, the following: o Information and Network Security o Web Design and Development o System Administration o Database Management o Cybersecurity o Network Engineering Facilitate issuance of Information Technology certifications from certified U.S. institutions that will enhance students’ employability. The project should include, but not be limited to, the following certificates (Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP.) Send the top-notches (8-10) to visit one or more U.S.-lead tech establishment to exchange knowledge, real world experience, and to be exposed to the Americana. Create and maintain a sustainable professional network of support for women in tech industries in the United States.

Eligibility

Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category code 12. These codes correspond to applicant types (state/local government, tribal organization, nonprofit, educational institution, individual, small business, etc.) defined in Grants.gov's own eligibility reference. See the current Grants.gov eligibility categories or check the official listing below for this opportunity's exact eligibility statement.

Official Listing on Grants.gov

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Agency Contact

Zahraa A Alssenaid Grants Specialist

Key Dates

Posted August 1, 2023
Close Date August 31, 2023
Archive Date September 30, 2023
Last Updated August 1, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "Women and Technology initiative", offered by U.S. Mission to Iraq. It is associated with CFDA program 19.021. The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals to develop and implement a project to support wome...
Is this opportunity still open?
No, this opportunity is closed. It closed on August 31, 2023. Check the parent program page for future funding cycles.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is $500,000 -- $500,000. Total estimated funding: $500,000. Expected number of awards: 1.
How do I apply?
Applications for federal grant opportunities are typically submitted through Grants.gov. Visit the official listing at grants.gov for application instructions, required documents, and submission deadlines.

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