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Vietnamese and international non-governmental organizations now can submit concept papers for programs that support a more inclusive Vietnam by expanding opportunities for persons with disabilities.
These funding opportunities are part of Vietnam Disabilities Annual Program Statement (APS) which managed by the US Agency for International Development (USAID) mission in Vietnam.
“We hope to fund multiple programs to enhance the health and well-being of Vietnamese persons with disabilities through physical, occupational and speech therapy-related services, awareness, and advocacy strengthening. Support of policymaking at the national level and more comprehensive programming in targeted provinces in Vietnam will extend the important legacy of work in this area that began with Senator Patrick Leahy’s support in 1989″, said Mr Joakim Parke, USAID/Vietnam Mission Director.
Programs funded under the APS can vary in size and length, although there is a minimum award of USD200,000. The aggregate estimated budget over five years exceeds USD20 million, subject to the availability of funds.
Eligible organizations interested in submitting concept papers on assisting persons with disabilities should carefully read the APS in its entirety and follow the application guidance. This APS and any future amendments can be found at http://ift.tt/1lI8aEi. The deadline for first-round concept paper submission is June 27, 4:00 p.m. Hanoi local time. Additional rounds will be opened on a rolling basis until June 2 next year.
Any questions regarding this APS should be sent by email to the USAID/Vietnam Office of Acquisition and Assistance at: VietnamDisabilitiesAPS@usaid.gov.
Assisting persons with disabilities is one of the top priorities for the US Government in Vietnam. Since 1989, the US Government has supported programs to improve the health, independence, and participation of persons with disabilities in economic and social life./.
Đăng ký: VietNam News