Ukraine: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program Thematic Competition: Free & Fair 2019 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections

The U.S. Embassy Kyiv of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications aimed at supporting free, fair, and transparent Presidential and Parliamentary Elections 2019 in Ukraine. Proposals may include, but should not be limited to the following activities: Conducting voter education campaigns focused on election procedures, integrity, and the threat of disinformation. Organizing non-partisan “get-out-the-vote” drives to mobilize people to vote. Increasing young voters’ turnout with peer-to-peer activities. Identifying and encouraging special groups to educate voters and increase public participation, including internally displaced persons, Roma, veterans of the conflict in eastern Ukraine, and elderly populations. Protecting electoral rights for vulnerable populations.