Countering Transnational Repression Through Evidence-based Research
This grant funds research into how transnational repression targets diaspora communities through faith-based or quasi-government groups, aiming to create actionable solutions to protect those at risk.
Funder: Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Due Dates: August 10, 2026 (Full application due by 11:59 PM ET)
Funding Amounts: One award of $986,679; project period up to 24 months
Summary: Supports research on transnational repression tactics and actionable strategies to protect targeted diaspora communities and inform policy responses.
Description
This opportunity from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) funds evidence-based research into how perpetrators of transnational repression (TNR) infiltrate diaspora communities—especially via faith-based or quasi-government organizations—and exploit governmental and quasi-governmental mechanisms to target individuals and groups across borders. The program aims to generate actionable research findings and resources for individuals, organizations, governments, and international bodies to mitigate risks, improve protection, and counter these practices. Projects should leverage open-source intelligence, partnerships with diaspora and faith-based communities, and produce outputs beneficial to civil society, law enforcement, judicial bodies, and policymakers.
