Countering the Trafficking of Protected Marine Species in South Asia
Agency: Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement
Assistance Listings
- 19.705 -- Trans-National Crime
Closed opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026
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Description
This program aims to deepen the understanding of the impacts and extent of illicit trade networks associated with marine wildlife trafficking and to combat the trafficking of CITES-listed marine species within Bay of Bengal, Andaman Sea, and Laccadive Sea surrounding India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Maldives. In addition, it aims to strengthen legal protections for marine species and enhance the capacity and ability of maritime law enforcement agencies and maritime border protection to identify, interdict, and investigate illegal trade in marine species.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Nonprofit
- Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Jarrad Scott (scottjd@state.gov) and Najar Starr (StarrND@state.gov)
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Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Questions_and_Answers-SFOP0009700-5-25-2023.pdf | Questions and Answers-SFOP0009700-5-25-2023 | May 25, 2023 10:23 PM UTC |
| Grants.gov_Templates_and_Forms-FY23.zip | INL Templates and Forms | Apr 20, 2023 09:29 PM UTC |
| CWT_Marine_Species_NOFO-_FINAL_-_4-19-2023.pdf | CWT Marine Species NOFO- (FINAL) | Apr 20, 2023 09:28 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Closed: June 20, 2023
Award
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Program Funding
2
Expected awards
$500,000
Award Minimum
$1,500,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
SFOP0009700
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
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Category of Funding Activity:
Law justice and legal services
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
6
Posted date:
April 20, 2023
Archive date:
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