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Promoting Civilizational Values is sponsored by U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL). This funding opportunity supports initiatives that strengthen the ability of European countries and institutions to protect freedom of expression, political pluralism, and national self-government.
It directly supports the U.S. National Security Strategy's priority of "building up the healthy nations of Central, Eastern, and Southern Europe through commercial ties, political collaboration, and cultural and educational exchanges. ”
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The current listing shows $1,973,359. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
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Promoting Civilizational Values is funded by U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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