Opportunity Information: Apply for TRACK2 FY22
The U.S. Mission to Armenia (Department of State) is soliciting proposals for "Track II Programs" designed to support people-to-people efforts that help create conditions for peace between the peoples of Armenia and Azerbaijan, and between Armenia and Turkey. The opportunity is oriented toward Track II (informal or non-governmental) diplomacy and relationship-building in a post-conflict environment, emphasizing practical initiatives that can reduce tensions, improve understanding, and open channels for constructive engagement. The embassy indicates that proposed activities can include research, education, public awareness-raising, and confidence-building measures, with the overall intent of strengthening societal foundations for longer-term regional stability.
The program sets out several interconnected objectives. It aims to solidify and expand networks of existing leaders and facilitators involved in people-to-people diplomacy across the Armenia-Azerbaijan and Armenia-Turkey divides, effectively building a broader bench of credible actors who can convene dialogue and cooperation. It also seeks to deepen knowledge and understanding of the current landscape, including the realities and opportunities for engagement in a post-conflict context, so that future initiatives are grounded in better analysis and practical lessons learned. Another core goal is to help shift public perceptions by supporting efforts that counter entrenched stereotypes and increase exposure to more nuanced narratives. In addition, applicants are encouraged to explore and test new models of interaction that could advance peace, such as innovative dialogue formats, joint problem-solving initiatives, or hybrid online-offline engagement approaches. Underpinning all of these objectives is a focus on promoting tolerance and mutual understanding through informal networks and people-to-people contacts, while also finding ways to educate and involve broader segments of society rather than limiting engagement to small, elite circles.
The embassy highlights a range of potential participants and audiences, including youth, journalists, academics, and other opinion leaders and influencers who can shape public discourse and help create durable links across communities. In practice, this suggests proposals could prioritize cohorts with multiplier effects, for example by supporting journalist networks that improve cross-border reporting standards, youth initiatives that build longer-term interpersonal ties, or academic and policy communities that can generate credible research and convene informed dialogue. The common thread is that participants should be positioned to connect communities on both sides of the conflicts and contribute to measurable changes in understanding, communication, and cooperation.
From a funding and eligibility standpoint, the opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: TRACK2 FY22; CFDA: 19.900) is offered through grants and cooperative agreements, indicating that depending on the award instrument there may be varying levels of ongoing engagement or collaboration with the U.S. government during implementation. The maximum award amount listed is $300,000, with an anticipated total of five awards. Eligible applicants include U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (excluding institutions of higher education) and certain other eligible entities as described in the full notice. The original posting date is June 14, 2022, with an original closing date of July 14, 2022. Finally, the embassy notes that awards are subject to the availability of funding, meaning that even strong proposals may depend on final budget confirmations and program priorities at the time of award.Apply for TRACK2 FY22
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Armenia in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Track II Programs" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.900.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 14, 2022.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 14, 2022. (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 $300,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): U.S. Mission to Armenia - Track II Programs
What is this grant opportunity about?
This opportunity from the U.S. Mission to Armenia (U.S. Department of State) solicits proposals for "Track II Programs" that support people-to-people efforts to help create conditions for peace between the peoples of Armenia and Azerbaijan, and between Armenia and Turkey. It focuses on informal, non-governmental diplomacy and relationship-building in a post-conflict environment.
What does "Track II" mean in this context?
Based on the notice, "Track II" refers to informal or non-governmental diplomacy and relationship-building efforts, rather than official government-to-government negotiations. The emphasis is on practical initiatives that reduce tensions, improve understanding, and open channels for constructive engagement.
What kinds of activities does the embassy say may be included?
The embassy indicates that proposed activities can include research, education, public awareness-raising, and confidence-building measures. The overall intent is to strengthen societal foundations for longer-term regional stability.
What are the main objectives of the program?
The program lists several interconnected objectives, including:
- Solidifying and expanding networks of existing leaders and facilitators involved in people-to-people diplomacy across the Armenia-Azerbaijan and Armenia-Turkey divides.
- Deepening knowledge and understanding of the current landscape in a post-conflict context, including realities and opportunities for engagement, so future initiatives are grounded in better analysis and lessons learned.
- Helping shift public perceptions by countering entrenched stereotypes and increasing exposure to more nuanced narratives.
- Exploring and testing new models of interaction that could advance peace, including innovative dialogue formats, joint problem-solving initiatives, or hybrid online-offline engagement approaches.
- Promoting tolerance and mutual understanding through informal networks and people-to-people contacts.
- Educating and involving broader segments of society, rather than limiting engagement to small, elite circles.
Which relationships or divides is the program intended to address?
The opportunity is designed to support efforts that help create conditions for peace between the peoples of Armenia and Azerbaijan, and between Armenia and Turkey.
Who are the intended participants or target audiences for projects?
The embassy highlights youth, journalists, academics, and other opinion leaders and influencers who can shape public discourse and help create durable links across communities.
Why does the opportunity emphasize youth, journalists, academics, and influencers?
The notice suggests these groups can have "multiplier effects" by shaping public conversation and extending the impact beyond direct participants, for example through improved cross-border reporting, longer-term interpersonal ties, or credible research and convening power.
Are projects expected to involve only elite participants?
No. A stated focus of the program is to educate and involve broader segments of society rather than limiting engagement to small, elite circles.
What does the program mean by "networks of leaders and facilitators"?
The notice indicates an aim to solidify and expand networks of existing leaders and facilitators involved in people-to-people diplomacy, effectively building a broader bench of credible actors who can convene dialogue and cooperation across divides.
What is meant by "public awareness-raising" and "countering stereotypes"?
Within the program description, public awareness-raising and countering stereotypes refer to efforts that help shift public perceptions, reduce entrenched negative narratives, and increase exposure to more nuanced perspectives about the other communities involved.
Does the opportunity encourage new or experimental approaches?
Yes. Applicants are encouraged to explore and test new models of interaction that could advance peace, including innovative dialogue formats, joint problem-solving initiatives, and hybrid online-offline engagement approaches.
What is the maximum award amount?
The maximum award amount listed is $300,000.
How many awards does the program anticipate making?
The opportunity anticipates a total of five awards.
What funding instruments will be used?
The opportunity is offered through grants and cooperative agreements.
What is the practical difference between a grant and a cooperative agreement in this notice?
The notice indicates that, depending on the award instrument, there may be varying levels of ongoing engagement or collaboration with the U.S. government during implementation.
Who is eligible to apply based on the information provided?
Eligible applicants include U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (excluding institutions of higher education) and certain other eligible entities as described in the full notice.
Are institutions of higher education eligible as 501(c)(3) applicants under this opportunity?
The notice specifies eligibility for U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations excluding institutions of higher education.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed is TRACK2 FY22.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number provided is 19.900.
When was the opportunity originally posted?
The original posting date is June 14, 2022.
What was the original application closing date?
The original closing date is July 14, 2022.
Are awards guaranteed once a proposal is selected?
No. The embassy notes that awards are subject to the availability of funding, meaning that even strong proposals may depend on final budget confirmations and program priorities at the time of award.
What overall outcomes is the embassy trying to support through these projects?
Across the described activities and objectives, the intent is to reduce tensions, improve understanding, open channels for constructive engagement, and strengthen societal foundations for longer-term regional stability through tolerance, mutual understanding, and people-to-people contacts.
Does the program focus on analysis and lessons learned as well as engagement activities?
Yes. One objective is to deepen knowledge and understanding of the current landscape and the realities and opportunities for engagement in a post-conflict context, so future initiatives are grounded in stronger analysis and practical lessons learned.
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