ALUMNI-INFLUENCERS SUMMIT 2025 DRC
Agency: U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo
Assistance Listings: 19.022 -- Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants
Last Updated: December 31, 2024
Description
The Democratic Republic of Congo is home to over 4,000 individuals who have benefited from U.S. government exchange programs. In addition, the country boasts a rapidly growing community of influencers who are playing a pivotal role in the nation’s transformation and development. Their influence is particularly significant in shaping the evolving relationship between the American and Congolese peoples. In this context, and with the goal of fostering meaningful exchanges, supporting alumni initiatives, and enhancing the skills of Congolese digital creators and influencers, Public Diplomacy - Kinshasa is proud to host the Alumni – Influencers Summit. This major event will take place from June 4 to 6, 2025, at the Rotana Hotel in Kinshasa. It will bring together 300 alumni and influencers, including 50 participants from various provinces across the DRC. The summit is designed to provide a platform for collaboration, idea-sharing, and networking among these key stakeholders. The primary objective of the summit is to strengthen their online presence and support the growth of their businesses. By providing opportunities for skill development and fostering valuable connections, the summit will empower attendees to enhance their digital influence and contribute to the continued development of the country.
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- Other
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Documents
File name | Description | Last updated |
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2025_NOFO_Alumni_-_Influencers_Summit_FY25_05.pdf | NOFO Alumni-Influencers Summit 2025 DRC | Dec 31, 2024 04:09 PM UTC |
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Archived: March 19, 2025
Award
$100,000
Program Funding
1
Expected awards
$100,000
Award Floor
$100,000
Award Ceiling
Funding opportunity number:
AF-DRC-PDS-FY25-05
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Other
Category Explanation:
Public Diplomacy
History
Version:
1
Posted date:
December 31, 2024
Archive date:
March 19, 2025