U. S. Department of state

Purpose of Public Diplomacy Grants: PAS invites proposals for programs that strengthen 
cultural ties between the United States and Uzbekistan and support a priority program area (see 
below) in order to highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All proposed 
programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, 
organization/s, or institution/s to promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and 
perspectives. Competitive proposals will promote continued/sustainable cooperation between the 
people of the United States and Uzbekistan even after the project concludes. 

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Examples of programs could include, but are not limited to
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• Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs; 
• Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions; 
• Professional and academic exchanges and programs, and 
• Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs.
Please note: applications may be received on a rolling basis. The Selection Committee anticipates 
reviewing proposals within 30 days of the deadline. Applications submitted early have a 
greater likelihood of consideration while funding is available, therefore applications are 
encouraged as soon as possible. 
Priority Program Areas: 
1. Arts, Culture, and Sports Programs:
The United States and Uzbekistan both have rich cultural traditions in the visual arts, literature and 
storytelling, theater and performing arts, film, music, dance, sport, and education. Educational and 
cultural activities are a great way to engage the public, especially at-risk youth, to bridge cultures, 
deepen cultural ties and understanding, and discuss topics of mutual importance. The U.S. 
Embassy is interested in supporting art, education, sports, and cultural projects that promote local 
cultural heritage, traditional and modern art forms, and other forms of creative expression and that 
have a connection to American culture or are informed by American expertise. These programs 
may support civil society organizations, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, or 
emerging leaders in these fields. The aim of arts, culture and sports programs is to deepen ties 
between Uzbekistan and the United States and improve understanding about U.S. culture and 
values. 
A previous example of successful arts programming includes the visit of an American jazz band to 
the Fergana Valley in 2018 for the Uzbekistan Jazz Festival. The visit provided an opportunity to 
share American culture, as well as create exciting new partnerships and connections within the 
region.