This grant is designed to support projects that bring together various groups like governments, universities, non-profits, businesses, and religious organizations to work on technology projects that respect human rights and counter authoritarian influences. The goal is to promote technology that upholds human dignity and freedom.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that can collaborate with the State Department to engage in research and activities promoting human rights in technology. This includes stakeholders from governments, academia, civil society, industry, and faith-based organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of collaboration with diverse stakeholders
- Projects not focused on human rights or countering authoritarianism
- Inability to manage a project of the specified budget size
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
- Failure to submit a complete application by the deadline
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Partnership agreements
- Proof of eligibility
- Organizational background information
- Letters of support from stakeholders
- Compliance with federal regulations
- Evidence of past project success
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with human rights and anti-authoritarian goals
- Strict adherence to budget and project scope
- Short application window
- High level of collaboration required
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include organizations that can partner with the State Department to engage in activities promoting human rights in technology. This includes stakeholders from governments, academia, civil society, industry, and faith-based organizations. Specific eligible entity types are not detailed beyond 'OTHER', so potential applicants should verify their eligibility with the grantor.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that can collaborate with the State Department to engage in research and activities promoting human rights in technology. This includes stakeholders from governments, academia, civil society, industry, and faith-based organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of collaboration with diverse stakeholders
- Projects not focused on human rights or countering authoritarianism
- Inability to manage a project of the specified budget size
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
- Failure to submit a complete application by the deadline
Use of Funds
The funds can be used for academic research, organizing events, and other activities that promote a human-centered approach to technology, respect human rights, and counter authoritarian influences.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 31, 2026(4 days)
- Last Updated
- Aug 14, 2026
Application Checklist
- Review eligibility requirements
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Secure partnerships with relevant stakeholders
- Prepare a detailed budget
- Gather necessary supporting documents
- Submit application by August 31, 2026