Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAISB 18 AW 011 05142018
The U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Pakistan announced a discretionary funding opportunity titled "Building a Pakistani CVE Ecosystem" (Funding Opportunity Number SCAISB 18 AW 011 05142018) to strengthen how countering violent extremism (CVE) efforts are researched, designed, and measured in Pakistan. The opportunity is built around a specific problem the Mission identifies as limiting long-term effectiveness: a persistent disconnect between CVE research and analysis (R&A) and the practical design of programs that include solid monitoring and evaluation (M&E). In other words, research findings too often fail to translate into clear program goals, activities, and measurable results, which makes CVE programming harder to sustain and improve over time.
To close that gap, the grant prioritizes reliable, high-quality, community-focused R&A that directly informs program design, with an emphasis on underserved regions of Pakistan considered particularly vulnerable to violent extremist messaging and recruitment. A notable feature of the approach is that CVE practitioners, rather than purely academic researchers, are expected to lead the R&A work so the outputs are immediately usable for program planning. Practitioners are also expected to provide thematic oversight, helping ensure the research stays tied to real-world prevention needs and produces practical, measurable objectives.
The solicitation calls for a single applicant to submit one proposal that covers two distinct but tightly connected and consecutive project parts, with the relationship between the parts described as essential for success. Part one focuses on establishing the Pakistan CVE Research Network. The purpose of this network is to build a larger, stronger cadre of Pakistani experts with skills in CVE R&A and M&E, effectively creating the national platform and talent base needed to produce actionable research products and to carry those products forward into well-designed interventions.
Part two, titled "Building Effective Pakistani CVE Projects," shifts from capacity-building and research generation into implementation. Under this component, the selected organization serves as the implementation lead to identify, fund, and manage sub-grants that will field-test the R&A products developed through the first part. The idea is to move beyond reports and workshops by directly supporting pilot projects on the ground that apply the research insights, while also generating evidence through M&E about what works, what does not, and why. This creates a feedback loop where research shapes programming and program results improve future research and design.
The award is structured as either a cooperative agreement or a grant, with an anticipated single award (Expected Awards: 1) and an award ceiling of $1,200,000. The opportunity was created on May 14, 2018, with an original closing date of June 13, 2018. The CFDA number listed is 19.501, and the opportunity category is discretionary, with the activity category listed as "Other." Eligible applicants are identified in the source data as public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities. Overall, the opportunity is designed to help Pakistan develop a more connected CVE ecosystem where local expertise, community-grounded research, and practical program implementation reinforce each other and are judged by measurable outcomes rather than assumptions.Apply for SCAISB 18 AW 011 05142018
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Pakistan in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Building a Pakistani CVE Ecosystem" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 14, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 13, 2018. (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 $1,200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Building a Pakistani CVE Ecosystem."
Which U.S. government entity announced this opportunity?
It was announced by the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Pakistan.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SCAISB 18 AW 011 05142018.
What is the primary goal of the grant?
The goal is to strengthen how countering violent extremism (CVE) efforts in Pakistan are researched, designed, and measured, so programs are more effective over the long term.
What problem is this opportunity trying to solve?
The Mission highlights a persistent disconnect between CVE research and analysis (R&A) and practical CVE program design that includes strong monitoring and evaluation (M&E). Research findings often do not translate into clear goals, activities, and measurable results, making programming harder to sustain and improve.
What does "building a CVE ecosystem" mean in this solicitation?
It refers to developing a more connected national environment in Pakistan where local expertise, community-grounded research, and practical program implementation reinforce each other and are judged by measurable outcomes.
What does the grant prioritize in terms of research?
The grant prioritizes reliable, high-quality, community-focused R&A that directly informs CVE program design, especially research that can be converted into practical program goals, activities, and measurable results.
Are any geographic areas emphasized?
Yes. The solicitation emphasizes underserved regions of Pakistan that are considered particularly vulnerable to violent extremist messaging and recruitment.
Who is expected to lead the research and analysis (R&A) work?
A notable feature is that CVE practitioners (rather than purely academic researchers) are expected to lead the R&A so that outputs are immediately usable for program planning.
What role do practitioners play beyond conducting research?
Practitioners are also expected to provide thematic oversight to keep research tied to real-world prevention needs and to help produce practical, measurable objectives.
How many parts does the project have?
The project has two distinct but tightly connected and consecutive parts, and the relationship between the parts is described as essential for success.
Does the solicitation expect one proposal or multiple proposals?
It calls for a single applicant to submit one proposal that covers both project parts.
What is Part One of the project?
Part One focuses on establishing the Pakistan CVE Research Network.
What is the purpose of the Pakistan CVE Research Network (Part One)?
The network is intended to build a larger, stronger cadre of Pakistani experts with skills in CVE R&A and M&E, creating a national platform and talent base to produce actionable research products and carry them forward into well-designed interventions.
What is Part Two of the project?
Part Two is titled "Building Effective Pakistani CVE Projects" and shifts from capacity-building and research generation into implementation.
What is the main purpose of Part Two?
Part Two is designed to field-test the R&A products developed in Part One by supporting pilot efforts on the ground and generating evidence through M&E about what works, what does not, and why.
What is the selected organization expected to do in Part Two?
The selected organization serves as the implementation lead to identify, fund, and manage sub-grants that apply and test the R&A products created through the first part.
Why does the opportunity include sub-grants?
Sub-grants are included to move beyond reports and workshops by directly supporting pilot projects that apply research insights, while also producing measurable evidence through M&E.
How are the two parts connected in practice?
Part One generates actionable research and builds capacity; Part Two uses sub-grants to apply that research in pilot projects and measure results. Together they create a feedback loop where research shapes programming and program results inform future research and design.
What type of award instrument will be used?
The award is structured as either a cooperative agreement or a grant.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity anticipates a single award: Expected Awards: 1.
What is the maximum funding amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $1,200,000.
What is the opportunity category?
The opportunity category is listed as discretionary.
What is the activity category?
The activity category is listed as "Other."
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 19.501.
Who is eligible to apply, based on the source data?
Eligible applicants are identified in the source data as public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on May 14, 2018.
What was the original closing date?
The original closing date was June 13, 2018.
Is the opportunity focused more on research or implementation?
It is designed to do both in sequence. Part One emphasizes practitioner-led, community-focused research and capacity building, while Part Two emphasizes implementation through sub-grants and evidence generation through M&E.
What kind of outputs is the Mission trying to encourage?
The solicitation emphasizes outputs that are immediately usable for program planning, including research products that translate into clear program goals, practical activities, and measurable results.
How does monitoring and evaluation (M&E) fit into the overall approach?
M&E is central. The opportunity is intended to ensure CVE efforts are designed with measurable objectives and that pilot projects generate evidence about effectiveness, helping improve future programming over time.
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