United States Department of State (USA)

IRF FY25 Nigeria Strengthening Capacity of the Legal Community

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Location:Nigeria
Nigeria
Status:Open
Budget: USD 3,500,000
Award ceiling: USD 3,500,000
Award floor: USD 3,500,000
Sector:Gender & Human Rights, Law
Languages:English
Eligible applicants:NGOs / Nonprofit Organisations, Academic Institutions, Private Sector, Other(Public International Organizations)
Eligible applicant countries: Nigeria
Nigeria
Date posted: May 22, 2026

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Objectives: Support Nigeria’s legal community to defend religious freedom and related rights (associat...
Eligibility criteria: Eligible applicants include: foreign-based non-profit organizations/NGOs; U.S.-based non-profit organizations/NGOs with or without 501(c)(3) status; public international organizations; private/public/state institutions of higher education; and for-profit organizations/businesses (non-profits preferred; for-profits subject to additional review and may not earn profit beyond allowable direct/indirect costs p...

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IRF FY25 Nigeria Strengthening Capacity of the Legal Community Funding Agency: Department of State Agency: Office of International Religious Freedom Assistance Listings: 19.345 -- International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Status:
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About the Funding Agency

The U.S. Department of State is the federal executive body under the US government that advises the President and maintains international relations, serving as the Department of Foreign Affairs. It was formed in 1789 in Washington, DC, USA and guides America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy and assistance, supporting citizens' interests, security and economic prosperity.

The responsibilities of the Department of State include implementing U.S. foreign policy, managing the country's diplomatic missions overseas, negotiating treaties and agreements with foreign organizations and representing the United States at the United Nations. It is also responsible for working with non-profit organizations and foundations that represent social and political programs in other countries. In addition to managing the Department, the Secretary of State serves as the country's chief diplomat and representative abroad. The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labour, a division of the U.S. Department of State, publishes annual reports on global human rights and U.S. contributions to the advancement of freedom and democracy. The Foreign Service Institute, which is also a division of the Department of State, is responsible for training diplomatic personnel. The director of the institute has the rank of Assistant Secretary of State of the United States. The Office of Digital Diplomacy deals with digital projects such as Diplopedia.

U.S. Department of State key sectors: Public & Foreign Affairs, International Relations, Public Policy, Diplomacy, Socio-Economic Development, Democracy, Human Rights, Programme Management, etc.

About the Sectors

Gender & Human Rights

Includes initiatives that promote gender equality, protect human rights, and address discrimination and vulnerability across populations.


Key areas:
  • Gender equality and women’s empowerment
  • Human rights protection and advocacy
  • Protection of vulnerable and marginalized groups

Law

Covers initiatives that strengthen legal systems, support justice sector reforms, and promote the rule of law at national and international levels.


Key areas:
  • Legal and judicial reform
  • Regulatory and legislative development
  • Justice sector and court system strengthening
  • Public safety, police, and penitentiary reform

Locations

Nigeria

Nigeria’s development trajectory increasingly emphasises large-scale infrastructure investment to support economic diversification and reduce dependence on oil revenues. Expansion of rail networks, highways, power generation and digital connectivity seeks to improve productivity across Africa’s largest economy. Reforms targeting electricity markets, public-private partnerships and regulatory transparency aim to attract private capital and enhance project efficiency. However, implementation gaps, fiscal pressures and governance challenges continue to influence the pace and quality of infrastructure delivery.

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