Limited Submission Opportunity: Creative Arts Exchange
DOS/ECA FY 2020 Creative Arts Exchange
URL: https://eca.state.gov/files/bureau/fy20_nofo_cae.pdf
OBJECTIVES:
Creative Arts Exchange (CAE) initiatives are arts-based, international people-to-people exchanges that support and further U.S. Department of State foreign policy objectives. Applicants may submit only one proposal under this competition. If multiple proposals are received from the same applicant, all submissions will be declared ineligible and receive no further consideration in the review process.
In FY 2020, CAE will focus on the following themes:
Theme One: Film (American Film Showcase)
Theme Two: Music (American Music Abroad)
Theme Three: Music (OneBeat)
Cultural diplomacy enhances cross-cultural understanding and opens new avenues of dialogue and collaboration between individuals and nations. In support of U.S. Department of State foreign policy objectives, Creative Arts Exchange initiatives are arts-based, international people-to-people exchange programs that engage people throughout the world to foster mutual understanding rooted in the democratic principles of freedom of expression, rule of law, and civil society; educate and develop new skills and opportunities; and empower and create connections that promote a spirit of freedom, partnership and respect. CAE programs are implemented in close coordination with U.S. embassies and consulates abroad. Eligible themes and/or artistic genres for CAE initiatives vary and are determined based on Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) strategic priorities. The goals of the CAE initiatives are to:
- Foster mutual understanding and deepen trust between the people of the United States and foreign countries to counter negative stereotypes and advance safety and security;
- Advance and complement U.S. foreign policy objectives;
- Build the capacity of creative leaders and institutions to develop new skills, partnerships, and opportunities, which promote creative industries and entrepreneurship;
- Advance America’s global competitiveness and create networks and opportunities for artists and institutions that endure beyond the program duration;
- Provide unique opportunities for artistic collaboration and engagement between U.S. and foreign artists and audiences;
- Convey the diversity and high artistic merit of the arts in the United States and increase awareness and understanding of U.S. art, culture, values, and society among international participants and audiences; and
- Foster opportunities for educational outreach and community engagement with diverse and underserved communities, especially youth (ages 12-25), women, and persons with disabilities.
FUNDING INFORMATION: up to $2,000,000 based on theme area
ELIGIBILITY RESTRICTIONS:
There is no minimum or maximum percentage required for this competition. However, the Bureau encourages applicants to provide maximum levels of cost sharing and funding in support of its programs.
INTERNAL SELECTION PROCESS:
Interested investigators should submit the following materials via InfoReady Review by DATE: 3/16/2020
- Questions outlined in InfoReady Review application;
- A brief statement (up to 2 pages) by the candidate describing their achievements and proposed project including a description of the target audience and how diversity will be used to enhance the program;
- A brief budget outline for the proposed research
- Up-to-date CV or biosketch.
A faculty committee will review internal proposals and select nominees.
DEADLINES:
Internal Materials Due: Monday, March 16, 2020
Sponsor Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2020