Opportunity Information: Apply for FOA ILAB 20 02
The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) announced a discretionary funding opportunity titled "Reducing Child Labor in Mica-Producing Communities of Madagascar" under Funding Opportunity Number FOA-ILAB-20-02. The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the Department expects to have substantial involvement in the project compared with a typical grant. ILAB planned to make a single award, with an anticipated funding level of up to $4,500,000 in total costs, contingent on the availability of federal funds. The program is associated with CFDA number 17.401 and falls under the funding activity category listed as "Other" (with additional clarification referenced in the original notice).
The purpose of the project is to provide technical assistance in Madagascar focused on reducing child labor in communities connected to mica production and the mica supply chain. The opportunity is framed around three core outcomes. First, it aims to increase the resiliency of members of vulnerable households in mica-producing communities, which typically involves strengthening families' ability to cope with economic shocks and reducing the pressures that contribute to children entering hazardous or exploitative work. Second, it seeks to build the capacity of government officials to address child labor linked to mica, which can include improving enforcement, strengthening coordination among agencies, and enhancing the practical ability to identify, prevent, and respond to child labor risks within the supply chain. Third, it targets greater engagement of non-governmental stakeholders to address child labor in the mica supply chain, emphasizing collaboration beyond government alone, such as with civil society, community groups, and potentially industry or supply chain actors to improve prevention and accountability.
The project period is set for a maximum of 4.5 years, or 54 months, beginning from the effective date of the award. This timeframe indicates ILAB envisioned a multi-year effort that could support both immediate interventions in vulnerable communities and longer-term systems strengthening with government and other stakeholders. The solicitation was created on July 13, 2020, with an original application closing date of September 18, 2020. Applications were required to be received by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the closing date. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with the expectation that applicants would need to consult the full announcement's eligibility section for specifics about which organization types could apply and any conditions or restrictions that might have been included.Apply for FOA ILAB 20 02
- The Department of Labor, Bureau of International Labor Affairs in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Reducing Child Labor in Mica-Producing Communities of Madagascar" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 17.401.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 13, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 18, 2020 The closing date for receipt of applications under this announcement is September 18, 2020. Applications must be received no later than 40000 p.m. Eastern Time.. (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 $4,500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Reducing Child Labor in Mica-Producing Communities of Madagascar."
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This opportunity was announced by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FOA number)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FOA-ILAB-20-02.
What type of award is being offered?
The award is structured as a cooperative agreement. This means the Department of Labor expects to have substantial involvement in the project compared with a typical grant.
How many awards did ILAB plan to make under this announcement?
ILAB planned to make a single award.
What is the anticipated funding amount?
The anticipated funding level was up to $4,500,000 in total costs, contingent on the availability of federal funds.
Is the funding guaranteed?
No. The anticipated funding level was described as contingent on the availability of federal funds.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA number 17.401.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other" (with additional clarification referenced in the original notice).
What is the overall purpose of the project?
The purpose is to provide technical assistance in Madagascar focused on reducing child labor in communities connected to mica production and the mica supply chain.
Where will the work take place?
The project focuses on Madagascar, specifically mica-producing communities and the mica supply chain connected to those communities.
What issue is the project intended to address?
The project is intended to reduce child labor linked to mica production and the mica supply chain in Madagascar.
What are the core outcomes the project is framed around?
The opportunity is framed around three core outcomes: (1) increasing resiliency of members of vulnerable households in mica-producing communities, (2) building the capacity of government officials to address child labor linked to mica, and (3) increasing engagement of non-governmental stakeholders to address child labor in the mica supply chain.
What does "increasing resiliency of vulnerable households" mean in this context?
In this opportunity, increasing resiliency generally involves strengthening families' ability to cope with economic shocks and reducing the pressures that contribute to children entering hazardous or exploitative work.
What does it mean to "build the capacity of government officials" for this project?
This outcome can include improving enforcement, strengthening coordination among agencies, and enhancing the practical ability to identify, prevent, and respond to child labor risks within the mica supply chain.
Who are considered "non-governmental stakeholders" in this opportunity?
The announcement emphasizes collaboration beyond government alone, such as with civil society and community groups, and potentially industry or supply chain actors, to improve prevention and accountability related to child labor in the mica supply chain.
How long is the project period?
The project period is set for a maximum of 4.5 years, or 54 months, beginning from the effective date of the award.
When does the project period begin?
The project period begins from the effective date of the award.
When was the solicitation created?
The solicitation was created on July 13, 2020.
What was the application closing date?
The original application closing date was September 18, 2020.
What time were applications due on the closing date?
Applications were required to be received by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the closing date.
How is eligibility described in the notice?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with the expectation that applicants would need to consult the full announcement's eligibility section for specifics about which organization types could apply and any conditions or restrictions.
Does the information provided specify exactly which organizations are eligible?
No. The information provided states eligibility as "Others" and indicates applicants should consult the full announcement for specific eligibility details.
What does the cooperative agreement structure imply for project implementation?
It implies that the Department of Labor expects to be substantially involved in the project compared with a typical grant, suggesting closer collaboration during implementation.
Is this opportunity focused only on direct community interventions?
The timeframe and outcomes indicate ILAB envisioned a multi-year effort that could support both immediate interventions in vulnerable communities and longer-term systems strengthening with government and other stakeholders.
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