Project to Combat Exploitative Child Labor in Sugarcane Growing Areas of the Philippines

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The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL), Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) announces its intent to award up to $15 million for one or more cooperative agreements to qualifying organizations to combat exploitative child labor in sugarcane growing areas of the Philippines. Projects funded under this solicitation will seek to combat child labor by increasing children�s access to quality education, promoting sustainable livelihoods for their households, and increasing beneficiaries� access to national social protection programs that help households overcome dependence on children working to meet basic needs. Organizations applying for this award must demonstrate a proven ability to manage complex projects in developing countries that aim to improve the lives of children by increasing their access to quality education and training opportunities and by promoting the sustainable livelihood of their households. Eligible applicants must respond to the entire scope of work outlined in this solicitation.

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