The Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs leads Department efforts to expand and strengthen the relationships between the people of the United States and citizens of other countries.
The grant program focuses on reinforcing cultural ties and promoting bilateral cooperation between the U.S. and the Central African Republic. It seeks proposals that incorporate U.S. cultural elements or connections with American experts, organizations, or institutions to foster a deeper understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. The priority areas are: enhancing democratic values and institutions, increasing journalists' capacity to address disinformation, improving media literacy, boosting civic engagement, and promoting English language learning for civic and economic growth.