Southern Cone Cooperation Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Sector Support
This grant supports law enforcement and criminal justice agencies in Southern Cone countries to fight transnational crime and prevent terrorist activity through technical assistance.
Funder: Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement
Due Dates: July 30, 2026: Deadline for Questions | August 17, 2026: Full Application Due
Funding Amounts: $500,000 total; one award; project period up to 24 months; no cost share required
Summary: Supports travel logistics and technical assistance for law enforcement and criminal justice reform in Southern Cone countries to counter transnational and terrorist organizations.
Key Information: Only one proposal per organization; extensive eligibility, compliance, and reporting requirements apply.
Description
This opportunity from the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) funds a single organization to provide comprehensive travel logistics and support for law enforcement and criminal justice sector reform programs in the Southern Cone Cooperation (SCC) region (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay). The award aims to enable timely technical assistance and capacity-building for agencies combating transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) and foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs), enhancing regional security and promoting the rule of law. The chosen partner will coordinate all travel and related logistics for training, technical assistance, and knowledge exchange events, supporting INL’s mission in the region.
