Establishing Ukrainian eSports Counter Disinformation Teams and Tournament

Ceiling: $250,000
Applications Due: Closed
Federal
DOS-PA (Bureau of Global Public Affairs)

Description

Leveraging the popularity and penetration of video games in Eastern Europe, the implementer will develop an eSports program at American Spaces in Ukraine. eSports athletes will need professional training to form a talent pipeline to professional teams in Ukraine. In tandem with traditional eSports training, these athletes will receive counter disinformation/conflict resolution training to confront foreign propaganda and disinformation in competitive online gaming spaces. The project will culminate with an eSports tournament and coalition-building event on the sidelines of the tournament.

Eligibility

States
All
Regions
All
Eligible Entities
Nonprofits, Private institutions of higher education, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

Funding

Program Funding
$250,000
Award Ceiling
$250,000
Award Floor
Award Count
1

Timing

Posted Date
May 21, 2024
App Status
No Longer Accepting Applications
Pre-app Deadline
Application Deadline
May 22, 2024

Funder

Funding Source
Source Type
Federal
Contact Name
GEC-Programs@state.gov
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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