Grants for Developing English Language Teaching and Learning in Uzbekistan | TASHKENT PAS FY22 07

Opportunity Information: Apply for TASHKENT PAS FY22 07

The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, through its Public Affairs Section (PAS) under the U.S. Department of State, offered a discretionary grant opportunity focused on strengthening English language teaching and learning across Uzbekistan. Listed under Funding Opportunity Number TASHKENT PAS FY22 07, the program invited organizations and individuals to propose innovative, creative projects that could make a measurable impact on how English is taught and learned nationwide. The overall aim was not only to increase access to English education, but also to raise its quality and relevance to real-world needs in Uzbekistan.

The opportunity was structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning recipients would typically implement their projects while coordinating closely with the U.S. Embassy on planning, oversight, and expected outcomes. The funding activity category was Education, with CFDA number 19.900 (Department of State public diplomacy programs). Applications opened around June 7, 2022, with an original closing date of July 15, 2022, indicating a relatively short proposal window and a competitive selection process.

Projects were expected to align with several priority directions. One major focus was improving the quality of English instruction and learning outcomes across the country, which could include modernizing teaching methods, updating curricula, supporting teacher professional development, or introducing new tools and approaches that make instruction more effective. Another emphasis was building the next generation of English language teachers and students, suggesting support for teacher training pipelines, mentorship models, and programs that help students progress to higher proficiency and, in some cases, become future educators themselves.

The grant also encouraged practical, purpose-driven English training for professionals, particularly English for Specific Purposes (ESP). This points to programs tailored to workplace needs such as tourism, business, technology, health, education, government services, or other sectors where English skills can improve employability and professional performance. In addition, the opportunity highlighted student motivation and excellence, leaving room for initiatives like competitions, clubs, camps, scholarship-linked preparation, peer-learning communities, or other models that incentivize learners to take English study seriously and sustain progress.

A further stated objective was establishing English programs that support economic growth and development. In practical terms, that frames English not just as an academic subject, but as a workforce and competitiveness tool that can expand opportunities for individuals and institutions, strengthen participation in international markets, and support broader development goals. Programs that connect English learning to entrepreneurship, job readiness, career pathways, or sector-specific economic priorities would fit well within that theme.

In terms of scale, the award ceiling was $250,000, and the Embassy anticipated making about 10 awards. Eligibility was categorized broadly as "Others" with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement, implying the competition could be open to a range of applicants (for example, NGOs, educational institutions, community organizations, or qualified individuals), provided they met the specific criteria in the official eligibility section.

• The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Grants for Developing English Language Teaching and Learning in Uzbekistan" and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.900.
• This funding opportunity was created on Jun 07, 2022.
• Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 15, 2022. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
• Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $250,000.00 in funding.
• The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
• Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).

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