Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0009516
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announced a discretionary grant competition titled "DRL Survivor-Centered Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Documentation in Ukraine" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0009516). The opportunity was created on March 14, 2023, with an original application deadline of May 17, 2023, and it is listed under CFDA 19.345. The funding instrument is a grant, and while the activity category is labeled as "Other," the focus is clearly on human rights documentation and accountability work tied to conflict-related sexual violence.
This competition was launched in direct response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and widespread reports of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) affecting Ukrainian civilians since February 2022. DRL is seeking proposals for projects that are explicitly survivor-centered and trauma-informed, meaning they should prioritize the safety, dignity, choice, and well-being of victims and survivors while avoiding approaches that could retraumatize individuals or expose them to additional risks. The intent is to strengthen the capacity of civil society organizations and related actors to investigate and document CRSV crimes and abuses, with an emphasis on collecting information in ways that are credible, ethically sound, and suitable for future justice and accountability processes.
At a high level, the grant is meant to support efforts that help establish the truth of what occurred, preserve evidence and testimony responsibly, and contribute to pathways for justice for victims and survivors. The opportunity frames this work within accountability for violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law, signaling that funded activities should be aligned with recognized documentation standards and practices that can support legal and quasi-legal mechanisms. While the eligibility field is listed broadly as "Others" (with additional details typically contained in the full announcement), the competition is aimed at organizations capable of carrying out sensitive documentation and investigative support in a high-risk conflict environment.
The stated award ceiling for the opportunity is $1,481,481. The listing shows "Expected Awards: 0," which often reflects how the opportunity was entered into the system rather than a definitive statement that no awards will be made, but the announcement itself is presented as an open competition for funding. Overall, the grant opportunity is designed to resource trauma-informed, survivor-centered documentation initiatives that bolster Ukrainian civil society's ability to record CRSV violations and support longer-term accountability and justice efforts stemming from the invasion.Apply for SFOP0009516
- The Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DRL Survivor-Centered Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Documentation in Ukraine" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 14, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 17, 2023. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,481,481.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "DRL Survivor-Centered Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Documentation in Ukraine."
Which U.S. government office is offering this funding?
The funder is the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SFOP0009516.
What is the CFDA number listed for this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 19.345.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The funding instrument is a grant.
When was this opportunity created?
The listing indicates it was created on March 14, 2023.
What was the original application deadline?
The original application deadline shown is May 17, 2023.
What is the activity category?
The activity category is labeled as "Other," but the described focus is human rights documentation and accountability work related to conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) in Ukraine.
What issue or context is this competition responding to?
This competition was launched in response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and widespread reports of conflict-related sexual violence affecting Ukrainian civilians since February 2022.
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The main purpose is to strengthen the capacity of civil society organizations and related actors to investigate and document CRSV crimes and abuses in Ukraine in ways that are credible, ethical, and useful for future justice and accountability efforts.
What does "survivor-centered" mean in this funding opportunity?
In this opportunity, "survivor-centered" means projects should prioritize the safety, dignity, choice, and well-being of victims and survivors.
What does "trauma-informed" mean in this funding opportunity?
"Trauma-informed" means proposals should avoid approaches that could retraumatize survivors or expose them to additional risks, and should reflect sensitivity to trauma throughout documentation and investigative support activities.
What kinds of activities is the grant intended to support?
It is intended to support survivor-centered, trauma-informed documentation and investigative capacity-building related to CRSV, including responsible collection and preservation of evidence and testimony to help establish the truth of what occurred and support accountability processes.
How is "documentation" framed in the opportunity?
Documentation is framed as work that helps establish the truth, preserves evidence and testimony responsibly, and contributes to pathways for justice for victims and survivors.
What standards or legal frameworks are referenced for the documentation work?
The opportunity references accountability for violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law, indicating funded activities should align with recognized documentation standards and practices that can support legal and quasi-legal mechanisms.
Who is the opportunity aimed at?
While the eligibility field is broadly listed as "Others," the opportunity is aimed at organizations capable of carrying out sensitive documentation and investigative support in a high-risk conflict environment.
What is the award ceiling (maximum funding amount) for this opportunity?
The stated award ceiling is $1,481,481.
The listing shows "Expected Awards: 0." Does that mean no awards will be made?
Not necessarily. The information provided notes that "Expected Awards: 0" often reflects how the opportunity was entered into the system rather than a definitive statement that no awards will be made, and the announcement is presented as an open competition for funding.
What outcomes is the opportunity trying to achieve?
The opportunity is designed to resource documentation initiatives that bolster Ukrainian civil society's ability to record CRSV violations and support longer-term accountability and justice efforts connected to the invasion.
Is this opportunity specifically focused on Ukraine?
Yes. The focus is on conflict-related sexual violence documentation in Ukraine in the context of the invasion and reported abuses since February 2022.
Does the opportunity emphasize risk and safety considerations?
Yes. The description emphasizes survivor safety and well-being and notes the need to avoid retraumatization or exposing individuals to additional risks, particularly given the high-risk conflict environment.
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