THE 2011–2012 DRUG DEMAND REDUCTION PROGRAM

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:  July 14, 2011

The U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe announces a new request for proposals under the 2011–2012 Drug Demand Reduction Program (DDRP).  The purpose of the program is to award grants for specific projects that promote an anti-drug message to communities and demographic groups that are identified as particularly vulnerable to drug addiction. 

The project should:

• Raise the awareness of at-risk groups about the dangers of drugs
• Engage the target audience in activities that promote healthy lifestyles and alternatives to drug abuse 
• Focus on a geographic area or areas where problems with drug use are considered more prevalent
• Focus on preventing people from becoming drug users as opposed to treatment of drug users
• Seek to promote lasting positive effects among the targeted community

Grants for this program will be awarded to local Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).  The amount of a grant must not be more than USD $50,000.  In comparing similar projects, the Commission will give priority to applications that request lower budgets.  To be eligible for consideration, every applicant must propose to carry out a project that aims to reduce the demand for drugs.  

Proposals should contain clearly formulated goals and target groups, and show the ability of the applying organization to carry out the project aims.  The proposal must contain a section explaining how the impact of the project will be evaluated.  While lack of sustainability will not disqualify a project from selection, projects that are sustainable and create lasting positive effects will be given preference.  Proposals should be submitted in English, or be accompanied by an English translation.  (Applications with a computer-based English translation will not be accepted.)  Proposals should include a project narrative, short descriptions of past relevant projects, and a detailed budget.  Supporting documents may be in Tajik or Russian.  All the documents must be submitted to:
 
U.S. Embassy, International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs
109 A Ismoili Somoni Avenue
Dushanbe, Tajikistan
fax: (992 37) 229 2050
Email: ThiesDT@state.gov or  KargasovKK@state.gov
Contact Persons:  Darren Thies and Khirad Kargasov
Alternate Contact:  Nigora Safarova NigoraS@state.gov, phone: (992 37) 229 2916

The U.S. Embassy DDRP is limited to organizations based in Tajikistan.  The DDRP will not fund projects related to partisan political activity, charitable activity and humanitarian aid, fundraising campaigns, commercial projects, those involving individuals not affiliated with an organization that can provide sustainability to the project, and those that duplicate existing projects.

Grant application forms are available on our web site at the following link (PDF - 96 Kb).  They can also be obtained in the U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe or by email.  If you have additional questions or need consultation on your project proposal, please contact the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Office of the U.S. Embassy using the emails above.  If you do not receive a timely response, you can call the alternative contact, and she will make sure you get assistance.