2026 U.S. Speaker Program — U.S. Mission to India funding opportunity
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2026 U.S. Speaker Program

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The Public Diplomacy Section at the Embassy in New Delhi announces an opportunity to implement the Speaker and Specialist Program in India. The program will advance security interests by connecting American experts with...

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Award $230k–$250k Deadline in 30 days Location Alabama Type grant Level Federal Open posted Jun 24, 2026
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  • Who can apply: Federal-level applicants (see eligibility for details).
  • Funding amount: $230,000 – $250,000, total pool ~$250,000.
  • Next deadline: July 24, 2026.
  • Issued by: U.S. Mission to India.
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Award amount
$230k–$250k
Deadline
in 30 days
Jul 24, 2026
Total pool
$250k

About this opportunity

The Public Diplomacy Section at the Embassy in New Delhi announces an opportunity to implement the Speaker and Specialist Program in India. The program will advance security interests by connecting American experts with priority Indian audiences and highlighting leadership in areas critical to competitiveness, and economic growth. Through this program, subject matter experts will engage Indian audiences on priority issues, including regional security and deterrence; maritime security; cybersecurity and protection of critical infrastructure; emerging technologies; strategic competition; energy security; and innovation driven economic growth. Program activities will include eight to ten (8 to 10) in country speaker programs across India and ten (10) virtual engagements. Target audiences include established and emerging professionals from leading think tanks and research institutions; technology and innovation leaders; industry stakeholders and business leaders involved in supply chains; and other professionals positioned to influence economic decisions relevant to interests.

Funding agency

U.S. Mission to India
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  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
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  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
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  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
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  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
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  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
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  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • South Carolina
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  • Tennessee
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  • Utah
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  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming
  • District of Columbia

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Source systemgrants.gov
Source ID362937
PostedJun 24, 2026

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