Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration

Description

Limited funding available to support the repatriation and reintegration of Burundi and Congolese (Democratic Republic of the Congo) refugees and/or necessary care and maintenance for refugees in camps/settlements in the region. Priority sectors include: protection, health, water/sanitation, livelihood promotion/ micro-enterprise, primary education, gender-based violence prevention and response, and psycho-social support for victims of conflict.Priority will be given to proposals from organizations that can demonstrate:- a working relationship with UNHCR and 2007/2008 UNHCR funding and/or support for the proposed activities and/or overall country program;- a proven track record in providing proposed assistance (both in the sector and specified region) to Burundi and DRC refugees and/or returnees;- evidence of coordination with development organizations and a well-developed transition strategy, and - appropriate targeting of beneficiaries in coordination with UNHCR and other relevant organizations.

Who can apply

• Others

Contact

Wendy Henning <br/>PRM Program Officer Great Lakes/Central Africa <br/>Phone 202 663-1397
HenningWL@state.gov