-------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: [OTF-Announce] Announcement of Funding Opportunities Date: Thu, 26 Jan 2017 12:50:45 -0800 (PST) From: dan dan@opentechfund.org Reply-To: otf-announce+managers@opentechfund.org To: OTF-Announce otf-announce@opentechfund.org

--- OTF FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENTS --- ============================================== Please find below several upcoming internet freedom-relevant funding application deadlines. There are two sections, the first for OTF support and the second for all alternative support mechanisms.

If you have any questions on the information below, please feel free to give a shout to us at OTF anytime. Thanks!

1. OTF FUNDING

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OTF - Internet Freedom Fund

Deadline: 2017-03-01

The Internet Freedom Fund is OTF's primary way to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, internet freedom, open societies, and help advance inclusive and safe access to global communications networks. Successful applicants are awarded monetary support up to $900,000 and no less than $10,000, with preference given to those projects and people who are new to the internet freedom community, helping those living within repressive environments, and are requesting less than $300,000 for a duration of less than 12 months.

Apply: https://www.opentech.fund/requests/internet-freedom-fund

OTF - Core Infrastructure Fund

Deadline: 2017-03-01

The Core Infrastructure Fund supports building blocks of digital security and circumvention projects. This may include efforts focused on sustaining or improving PGP, SSL, SSH, Tor, OTR, pluggable transports, code libraries, and other technologies used within the core building blocks of everyday Internet Freedom technology used by people throughout the world to increase their access, privacy, and security online.

Apply: https://www.opentech.fund/requests/core-infrastructure-fund

OTF - Rapid Response Fund

Deadline: Ongoing

The Rapid Response Fund is part of a broader OTF initiative which aims to facilitate the development of a strong digital emergency response community that can work together to resolve threats in a timely and comprehensive manner. OTF offers both direct financial support as well as technical services from trusted partners to resolve digital emergencies experienced by high-risk Internet users and organizations, such as bloggers, cyber activists, journalists. and human rights defenders.

Apply: https://www.opentech.fund/requests/rapid-response-fund

OTF - Labs

Deadline: Ongoing

For more specific, one-off support needs and services, check out OTF's Labs: Localization, Community, Engineering, Usability, Red Team, and Legal.

Learn more about the Labs at: https://www.opentech.fund/labs

2. ALTERNATIVE FUNDING

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Department of State DRL - Internet Freedom Annual Program Statement

Deadline: February 10, 2017

"DRL goal is to promote fundamental freedoms, human rights, and the free flow of information online through integrated support to civil society for technology, digital safety, policy and advocacy, and research programs. DRL invites organizations interested in potential funding to submit SOI applications outlining program concepts that reflect this goal."

More information and apply here: https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=5...

Internews - Digital Security Content for Latin America

Deadline: Open; projects must be completed by November 1, 2017

"Internews está entregando entre $1,000 y $3,000 dólares en becas para capacitadores/as latinoamericanos/as destinadas a producir contenido en seguridad digital. Queremos que nos digas cuáles son tus necesidades y cómo es que tu contenido responde a esas necesidades. Puede ser un manual para un grupo específico, un video en YouTube sobre contraseñas fuertes, una infografía que explique cómo funciona el Internet, una guía para otros capacitadores/as, etc. No hay límite."

More information and apply here: https://docs.google.com/a/opentechfund.org/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMRRDCR3JdctoU_...

Ford-Mozilla - Open Web Fellowship

Deadline: January 31, 2017

"The Open Web Fellows program...is an international leadership initiative that brings together the best emerging technology talent and civil society organizations to advance and protect the open internet. Each year, fellows spend 10 months embedded at leading advocacy organizations to safeguard the open Internet as a global public resource."

More information and apply here: https://mozilla.forms.fm/2017-ford-mozilla-open-web-fellowship

New America/OTI - Education Data Privacy & Security Fellow

Deadline: January 31, 2017

Seeking "...a two-year fellow to specialize in the intersection of technology, privacy, and post secondary education. As the fellow, you will research ways to protect student data privacy and security while preserving the ability to gather insights about higher education outcomes for particular schools, programs, and populations, as well as work with the education data community at large to develop and advocate for practices that fit that goal."

More information and apply here: http://newamerica.applytojob.com/apply/0xBoFA/Education-Data-Privacy-Securit...

Microsoft - Affordable Access Initiative

Deadline: January 31, 2017

"The Microsoft Affordable Access Initiative GrantFund seeks to support, grow and scale innovative businesses that are developing technologies and business models that have the potential to help billions more people affordably get online. Areas of interest include last mile access technologies, off-grid renewable energy solutions, and alternative payment mechanisms, as well as verticals such as healthcare, education, and agriculture. We will consider eligible applicants covering these areas and more."

More information and apply here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/affordable-access-initiative/home

Rails Girls Summer of Code - Project Mentor

Deadline: January 31, 2017

"You wish to support women working full-time on Open Source projects for three months, want to help newcomers get into Open Source and plan to submit your project?"

More information and apply here: http://railsgirlssummerofcode.org/guide/projects/

Astrea - International Fund Deadline: January 31, 2017 (for June 2017 cycle)

"Astraea's International Fund supports groups led by LGBTQI communities working for progressive social change, addressing oppression based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity and expression, and advancing work for racial, economic and gender justice."

More information and apply here: http://www.astraeafoundation.org/apply-for-a-grant

Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism - Fellowships Deadline: January 31, 2017

Three fellowships are available: The Thomson Reuters Foundation Fellowship, Google Digital News Fellowship, and Mona Megalli Fellowship, each lasting 3-6 months. More information and apply here: https://reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/page/deadline-applications

Internet Policy Observatory (UPenn) - Internet Policy Research Methods Workshop

Deadline: February 1, 2017; Workshop held April 10-14

Held at the National Law University in Delhi, India, this program "...will bring together young scholars and activists working in digital rights and the internet policy spaces in an intensive five day practicum that provides a survey of both qualitative and quantitative, online and offline research methods with the goal of enhancing and advancing their advocacy efforts." NOTE: Workshop costs include travel to Delhi and a program fee of $500 USD.

More information and apply here: http://globalnetpolicy.org/event/internet-policy-in-south-and-southeast-asia...

World Press Institute - WPI Fellowship

Deadline: February 15, 2017

"The WPI fellowship is offered to 10 journalists from countries around the world. It provides immersion into the governance, politics, business, media, journalistic ethics and culture of the United States for experienced international journalists, through a demanding schedule of study, travel and interviews throughout the country."

More information and apply here: http://www.worldpressinstitute.org/fellowship

Ford Foundation - Technology Fellow

Deadline: March 10, 2017

"Technology Fellows will enable the foundation to better serve the technical needs of grantees, identify emerging opportunities and threats related to technology, help develop networks and communities of social justice mission-driven technology experts, and enrich the diverse perspectives of the thematic areas program experts...Technology Fellows positions will be embedded in each of the following thematic areas of work for a two-year period: Creativity and Free Expression http://www.fordfoundation.org/work/challenging-inequality/creativity-and-free-expression/, Inclusive Economies http://www.fordfoundation.org/work/challenging-inequality/inclusive-economies/, and Youth Opportunity and Learning http://www.fordfoundation.org/work/challenging-inequality/youth-opportunity-and-learning/; each will have its own Fellow."

More information and apply here: https://ford-foundation.forms.fm/technology-fellow

Federal Trade Commission - IoT Home Inspector Challenge Deadline: Submission window open March 1, 2017 - May 22, 2017

The FTC is looking for someone "...to create an innovative tool that will help protect consumers from security vulnerabilities in the software of home devices connected to the Internet of Things. The agency is offering a cash prize of up to $25,000 for the best technical solution, with up to $3,000 available for up to three honorable mention winner(s)."

More information: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/press-releases/2017/01/ftc-announces-interne...

Department of State Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City - NOFO: Public Affairs Annual Program Statement

Deadline: August 30, 2017

Focusing on Public Diplomacy goals, proposals may address "Inclusiveness and support issues related to: women, disabled persons, LGBT rights, ethnic minorities, or religious minorities...Fundamental Freedoms: freedom of expression, press, association, religion...[and/or] Rule of Law," among other focus areas.

More information and apply here: http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=290352

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In addition to the open application windows listed above, you can always check our compiled list of alternative sources of support: https://www.opentech.fund/apply/alternative-sources-support