Track 2.0 Peacebuilding and Dialogue Support
This grant funds rapid, flexible support for peacebuilding dialogues among key stakeholders in conflict-affected regions important to the US, such as Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, Thailand, DRC, and Rwanda.
Funder: Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Due Dates: August 13, 2026 (Full application deadline, 11:59 PM ET)
Funding Amounts: One award of $1,973,359; project period up to 24 months; no cost sharing required.
Summary: Supports rapid response Track 2.0 peacebuilding convenings and dialogue among civil society, activists, and journalists in conflict-affected regions of strategic U.S. interest.
Description
This opportunity from the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) funds a rapid response mechanism for Track 2.0 peacebuilding and dialogue support in conflict-affected regions of strategic importance to the United States. The program aims to facilitate timely convenings of civil society actors, activists, journalists, and other stakeholders to advance and sustain peace processes in priority areas such as Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, Thailand, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and other regions as determined by U.S. foreign policy priorities.
The program is designed to:
- Enable structured dialogue and relationship-building across conflict lines.
- Enhance the capacity and networks of key stakeholders to contribute to peace processes.
- Provide flexible support for emerging peacebuilding opportunities.
The Department of State will be substantially involved in the cooperative agreement, including approval of work plans, key personnel, and major activities, as well as providing strategic guidance and ensuring alignment with U.S. objectives.
