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Published on October 31, 2014 - 22:40 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Departure of Dr. Tomicah Tillemann, Senior Advisor for Civil Society and Emerging Democracies

Strengthening civil society and democracy is at the heart of our foreign policy. Particularly through the Stand with Civil Society agenda, President Obama has significantly expanded the Administration’s efforts to support, defend, and sustain the work of …

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Published on October 31, 2014 - 17:55 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Promoting Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Central Asia

Public Notice Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Proposals: Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Central Asia. I. Requested Proposal Program Objectives The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces a Request …

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Published on October 31, 2014 - 15:43 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: FY 2015 Funding Opportunity Announcement for NGO Programs Benefiting Refugees in Tanzania

Funding Opportunity Number: PRM-PRMOAPAF-15-003-050218 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number: 19.517 - Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Africa Announcement issuance date: Thursday, October 30, 2014 Proposal submission deadline: …

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Published on October 28, 2014 - 15:59 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Investing in the Future: Protecting Refugee Children in the Middle East and North Africa

I would like to thank His Royal Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi, and High Commissioner Guterres for hosting this very important conference. Children in the region confront horrors and hardships that almost defy belief. They have been blown apart by …

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Published on October 27, 2014 - 19:11 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks at the Ribbon Cutting of "Peace and Hope," a Syrian Children's Art Installation on the ...

Thank you. As the Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration, I represent the part of the State Department that supports humanitarian operations around the world. The United States provides more humanitarian aid than any other …

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Published on October 22, 2014 - 21:38 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Welcoming the Release of Civil Society Activists in Azerbaijan

The United States welcomes the October 17 pardon and release of four civil society activists in Azerbaijan, including Hasan Huseynli. Prior to his conviction in July on questionable hooliganism charges, Huseynli and his NGO worked with the U.S. Embassy in …

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Published on October 16, 2014 - 15:07 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: FY 14: Supporting How Service Providers Coordinate Services to Refugees in Urban Areas (The ...

This research is ongoing. The final reports will be posted upon completion. PROJECT OVERVIEW: The growing number of urban refugees poses challenges for humanitarian actors who must adapt their approaches to identify, protect, and assist the most vulnerable …

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Published on October 16, 2014 - 15:07 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: FY 14: Strengthening Local Government Responses to Displacement in Africa (The Urban Institute)

This research is ongoing. The final reports will be posted upon completion. PROJECT OVERVIEW: The growing number of urban refugees poses challenges for both humanitarian responders and local governments. Local governments can either hinder or promote …

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Published on October 16, 2014 - 15:07 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: FY 14: Strengthening Evidence-Based Humanitarian Decision-Making: Understanding Refugee Returns ...

This research is ongoing. The final reports will be posted upon completion. PROJECT OVERVIEW: There are three generally accepted durable solutions for refugee populations: (1) safe and voluntary return to the refugee’s country of origin; (2) local …

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Published on October 16, 2014 - 15:07 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: FY 14: Ending Gender Discrimination in Nationality Laws (Equal Rights Trust)

This research is ongoing. The final reports will be posted upon completion. PROJECT OVERVIEW: The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reports that at least 3.5 million people are currently stateless, meaning that they are not recognized as citizens …

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Published on October 16, 2014 - 15:07 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: FY 14: Assessment of Gender-Based Violence and Related Health Among Stateless Persons (Johns ...

This research is ongoing. The final reports will be posted upon completion. PROJECT OVERVIEW: The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reports that at least 3.5 million people are currently stateless, meaning that they are not recognized as citizens …

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Published on October 15, 2014 - 23:10 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Detention of Human Rights Defender Leyla Yunus

The United States is alarmed that human rights defender Leyla Yunus remains in pre-trial detention in Azerbaijan, without access to necessary medical care, despite her deteriorating health. We are also especially concerned about continued threats to Leyla …

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Published on October 14, 2014 - 14:14 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: FY 2015 Funding Opportunity Announcement for NGO Programs Benefiting Refugees in Ethiopia and ...

Funding Opportunity Number: PRM-PRMOAPAF-15-002 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number: 19.517 Announcement Issuance Date: Thursday, October 9, 2014 Proposal submission deadline: Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at 12:00 p.m. EST (noon Washington …

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Published on October 12, 2014 - 23:14 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks With Egyptian Foreign Minister Shoukry After Their Meeting

FOREIGN MINISTER SHOUKRY: (In Arabic.) SECRETARY KERRY: Well, thank you very much, Sameh. It’s a great pleasure for me to be back in Cairo, and I want to thank President Sisi and Foreign Minister Shoukry for not just the warm welcome that they've …

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Published on October 12, 2014 - 16:26 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: United States Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance for Palestinians

Today, Secretary of State John Kerry announced $414 million in U.S. assistance to the Palestinians. This includes more than $212 million that will be delivered through USAID. Of this, approximately $75 million will support critically needed relief and …

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Published on October 12, 2014 - 16:26 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks at the Gaza Donors Conference

Thank you very much, Foreign Minister Shoukry. Thank you Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon; Vice Prime Minister Mustafa; our co-host, Foreign Minister Brende; and our colleague Cathy Ashton, the EU High Representative. I want to particularly thank President …

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Published on October 10, 2014 - 23:34 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: International Day of the Girl, October 11

As we celebrate International Day of the Girl, I congratulate Malala Yousafzai of Pakistan who has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. As a recipient of one of the world’s highest honors, Malala’s resilience and courage challenge us all to support the …

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Published on October 10, 2014 - 19:50 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: FY 13: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Gender-Based Violence Prevention Programs with Refugees ...

Evaluation Overview and Key Findings: This performance evaluation examines the effectiveness of gender-based violence (GBV) prevention programming funded by PRM. PRM commissioned Social Impact, Inc. to conduct an external, independent evaluation consisting …

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Published on October 3, 2014 - 20:48 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Legislation Under Consideration by the Government of South Sudan

The United States government urges the Government of South Sudan to engage in an inclusive consultation process on draft legislation aimed at regulating Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) operations and the National Security Services (NSS). We are deeply …

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Published on October 1, 2014 - 19:34 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Proposals: Democracy, Human Rights, and ...

Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Proposals: Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Europe and Eurasia (Belarus and Ukraine) Department of State Public Notice Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Proposals: …

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