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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

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. 

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

Miscellaneous

  • Other

Additional information

The following organizations are eligible to apply: • Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions • Individuals For profit entities are not eligible for this funding opportunity.

Grantor contact information

Description

Public Diplomacy Section/Grants Team

Email

For Inquiries

KinshasaPDGrants@state.gov

Documents

File nameDescriptionLast updated
2025_NOFO_Alumni_-_Influencers_Summit_FY25_05.pdf
NOFO Alumni-Influencers Summit 2025 DRC
Dec 31, 2024 04:09 PM UTC

Link to additional information

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Archived: March 19, 2025

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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:

No

Funding instrument type:

Cooperative agreement

Opportunity Category:

Discretionary

Opportunity Category Explanation:

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Category of Funding Activity:

Other

Category Explanation:

Public Diplomacy

History

Version:

1

Posted date:

December 31, 2024

Archive date:

March 19, 2025

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