IREX invites applications for the USAID Youth Excel: Our Knowledge, Leading Change Program in 2022.
Youth Excel seeks solutions from local youth led-organizations around the globe to advance peace and security through local-level social cohesion. Grant competition winners will also use
- gender equality and social inclusion,
- research-to-change (implementation research), and
- knowledge mobilization approaches to strengthen their programs and influence decision-makers.
Worth of Award
Youth Excel will award 5-8 small grants, at least 1 per region of the world, in
the amount of $7,000 – $10,000 for 3-6 months.
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Eligibility
- Local, registered organizations led by youth under 35 years, including new recipients of USAID funding, who meet the eligibility criteria and share Youth Excel objectives.
- Organizations led by or serving marginalized groups, which may include age, gender, disability, ethnicity, and other identities, are encouraged to apply.
- The grant competition is not restricted to certain technical sectors or to research organizations.
Eligible Countries: countries with USAID presence in 5 global regions:
- Africa
- Asia
- Europe and Eurasia
- Latin America and the Caribbean
- Middle East and North Africa
How to Apply
Submit applications online at:
https://irexorg.formstack.com/forms/fy22_youth_excel_grant_competition_03_application
Deadline: June 6, 2022 by 23:59 GMT.