FY 2026 America First U.S. Speaker Program

DOS-ECA Posted DFOP0017995

Description

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) announces an open competition to support the FY 2026 America First U.S. Speaker Program. Through this cooperative agreement, ECA will support approximately 580 programs, 360 in-person and 220 virtual, engaging key interlocutors from all regions of the world. The U.S. Speaker Program is a nimble, rapid response public diplomacy tool that for more than 40 years has built lasting relationships between U.S. citizen experts and foreign decision-makers and other professional interlocutors that serve Administration priorities and the American people. Programs will focus on America First priorities such as energy security, critical minerals, commercial diplomacy, freedom of expression, digital freedom, and AI. The program recruits experienced American experts from across the United States for in-person and/or virtual exchanges that advance America First priorities. Through the program, American professionals establish and sustain linkages with key foreign audiences and institutions, which directly contribute to economic opportunities for Americans. The program works with U.S. embassies and consulates to produce impactful in-person programs ranging from three days to three weeks in length; and virtual programs, which can take place on a single date and time and/or may be part of a continuing series. Programmatic formats include lectures, workshops, seminars, and training series. Please see the announcement for additional information.

Eligibility

Please see announcement.
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Funding Details
Award Floor
$2,736,259.00
Award Ceiling
$2,736,259.00
Total Estimated Funding
Not specified
Expected Awards
1
Key Dates
Posted
March 26, 2026
Closes
May 26, 2026
Archive Date
June 25, 2026
Agency Information
Agency Name
Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Agency Code
DOS-ECA
Funding Instrument
Other