Building Cultural Heritage Skills Capacity in American Samoa

GrantID: 18595

Grant Funding Amount Low: $7,500

Deadline: September 2, 2022

Grant Amount High: $7,500

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Summary

Those working in Employment, Labor & Training Workforce and located in American Samoa may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.

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Grant Overview

Cultural Capacity Challenges in American Samoa

American Samoa faces significant cultural capacity challenges as traditional practices and crafts are at risk of being lost amid modernization. With a population of approximately 55,000, many artisans struggle to maintain their skills and pass down cultural knowledge to future generations. This situation highlights the pressing need for initiatives aimed at preserving cultural heritage while offering economic opportunities for the local community.

Who Can Participate in Cultural Training in American Samoa

This grant initiative is aimed at non-profit organizations that actively engage in cultural preservation through training programs focused on traditional crafts and practices. Eligible participants will include artisans, craftspersons, and members of the community who possess an interest in learning and preserving these traditional skills. The program aims to facilitate training for up to 500 participants, emphasizing the importance of sustaining local culture in a rapidly changing environment.

Outcomes of Cultural Heritage Training in American Samoa

The primary focus of this initiative is to enhance skill development in traditional crafts while ensuring the preservation of American Samoa's rich cultural heritage. This is essential not only for fostering community pride but also for creating sustainable livelihoods that can mitigate economic challenges faced by local artisans. By embedding cultural education into economic frameworks, this project targets both cultural and community development objectives.

Implementation Approach for Cultural Training

To implement this initiative successfully, awarded organizations must establish partnerships with local artisans and cultural institutions that can provide expertise and mentoring for participants. Training sessions should be designed to be both interactive and accessible, ensuring that they resonate with the community's unique heritage. Monitoring and evaluation processes will be put in place to assess participant engagement and skill retention, thereby ensuring that the program effectively promotes cultural preservation and economic empowerment in American Samoa.

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