Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0006998
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) issued a discretionary grant funding opportunity titled "DRL Supporting Sudan's Democratic Transition" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0006998). Released on May 26, 2020, with an application deadline of July 9, 2020, this competition sought proposals for programs in Sudan focused on reinforcing democratic governance during the country's 39-month political transition leading up to national elections. The central aim of the opportunity was to back efforts that strengthen accountability and protect civic space so that Sudan's transition could move toward credible, free, and fair elections.
The scope of the program emphasized two closely linked priorities. First, DRL signaled interest in initiatives that advance accountability, which generally includes strengthening mechanisms that deter abuses of power, improve transparency, and reinforce the rule of law. In the context of a political transition, accountability programming often supports civil society oversight, documentation of violations, legal and policy reform efforts, and other approaches that help ensure public institutions and security actors operate within clear legal boundaries. Second, the opportunity prioritized protecting civic space, meaning the ability of civil society organizations, independent media, human rights defenders, activists, and ordinary citizens to organize, speak, report, advocate, and participate in public life without intimidation, harassment, censorship, or arbitrary restrictions.
The award structure indicated a relatively large programmatic investment, with a ceiling of up to $2,000,000 per award and an expectation of making two awards. The funding instrument type was a grant, and the activity category was listed as "Other," which commonly signals that the work cuts across standard development sectors and is tailored to governance, rights, and democratic resilience objectives. The CFDA listing associated with the opportunity was 19.345, which corresponds to the State Department's democracy, human rights, and labor programming.
Eligibility was described broadly as "Others," with additional details referenced in the full announcement, which typically means that a range of entities may apply depending on the specific eligibility language in the complete notice (often including non-profit organizations, NGOs, and potentially other qualified institutions). Overall, the opportunity was designed for organizations capable of operating in Sudan and delivering programming that meaningfully contributes to open civic participation and stronger accountability systems during a sensitive transition period culminating in elections.Apply for SFOP0006998
- The Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DRL Supporting Sudan’s Democratic Transition" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 26, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 09, 2020. (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 $2,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FAQs: DRL Supporting Sudan's Democratic Transition (SFOP0006998)
What is the official name of this grant opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "DRL Supporting Sudan's Democratic Transition."
Which U.S. government office issued this opportunity?
It was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SFOP0006998.
When was the opportunity released?
The opportunity was released on May 26, 2020.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was July 9, 2020.
What country or geographic focus did DRL specify?
The competition sought proposals for programs in Sudan.
What transition period in Sudan did the program focus on?
The opportunity focused on Sudan's 39-month political transition leading up to national elections.
What was the central aim of the program?
The central aim was to reinforce democratic governance during Sudan's transition by strengthening accountability and protecting civic space, supporting progress toward credible, free, and fair elections.
What were the main program priorities?
The scope emphasized two closely linked priorities: (1) advancing accountability and (2) protecting civic space.
What does "advancing accountability" mean in this opportunity's context?
Accountability programming in this context generally refers to strengthening mechanisms that deter abuses of power, improve transparency, and reinforce the rule of law, especially during a political transition.
What kinds of activities were described as fitting under accountability programming?
Examples mentioned include civil society oversight, documentation of violations, legal and policy reform efforts, and other approaches that help ensure public institutions and security actors operate within clear legal boundaries.
What does "protecting civic space" mean in this opportunity?
Protecting civic space refers to the ability of civil society organizations, independent media, human rights defenders, activists, and ordinary citizens to organize, speak, report, advocate, and participate in public life without intimidation, harassment, censorship, or arbitrary restrictions.
Who did DRL highlight as being part of "civic space" stakeholders?
The description specifically referenced civil society organizations, independent media, human rights defenders, activists, and ordinary citizens.
How much funding was available per award?
The ceiling was up to $2,000,000 per award.
How many awards did DRL expect to make?
DRL expected to make two awards.
What funding instrument was used?
The funding instrument type was a grant.
What activity category was listed for the opportunity?
The activity category was listed as "Other," indicating the work may cut across standard development sectors and be tailored to governance, rights, and democratic resilience objectives.
What is the CFDA listing associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing was 19.345, which corresponds to the State Department's democracy, human rights, and labor programming.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was described broadly as "Others," with additional details referenced in the full announcement, meaning a range of entities may be eligible depending on the specific eligibility language in the complete notice.
Does the provided information specify exactly which organization types qualify under "Others"?
No. The summary notes that full eligibility details were referenced in the complete announcement, and it only suggests that eligibility often includes non-profit organizations, NGOs, and potentially other qualified institutions.
What kind of applicant capacity did the opportunity imply was important?
It was designed for organizations capable of operating in Sudan and delivering programming that meaningfully contributes to open civic participation and stronger accountability systems during a sensitive transition period culminating in elections.
Is this opportunity described as supporting elections directly?
The stated goal was to support conditions that help Sudan move toward credible, free, and fair elections by reinforcing democratic governance, strengthening accountability, and protecting civic space during the transition.
Is the opportunity characterized as discretionary funding?
Yes. It was described as a discretionary grant funding opportunity.
What is the overall theme or sector of the proposed programs?
The opportunity is framed around democratic governance, accountability, human rights, and protection of civic space during Sudan's political transition.
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