CyberNext: Advance Cybersecurity and AI Readiness
1. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives Albania has experienced multiple cyberattacks in recent years, placing increasingly digital government services and critical institutions at significant risk. While Albania is actively embracing AI, substantial skill gaps remain – gaps that American expertise is uniquely pos
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Albania |
|---|---|
| Status | Forecasted |
| Opportunity number | AMERICANSPACESCYBERNEXT-2026 |
| Posted date | 06/05/2026 |
| Award ceiling | 14,000 |
| Award floor | 5,000 |
| Estimated total funding | 14,000 |
| Expected number of awards | 1 |
| Who can apply | 1. Eligible ApplicantsThe following organizations are eligible to apply: • Not-for-profit U.S. and Albanian organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • U.S. and Albanian Individuals For-profit entities, even those that may fall into the categories listed above, are not eligible to apply for this NOFO. Organizations may sub-contract with other entities, but only one, non-profit, non-governmental entity can be the prime recipient of the award. |
| Assistance Listing (CFDA) | 19.441 |
| Description | 1. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives Albania has experienced multiple cyberattacks in recent years, placing increasingly digital government services and critical institutions at significant risk. While Albania is actively embracing AI, substantial skill gaps remain – gaps that American expertise is uniquely positioned to address. The “CyberNext: Advanced Cybersecurity and AI Readiness” program strengthens Albania’s cybersecurity and AI capabilities by leveraging U.S. technology, standards, and expertise. The program moves beyond basic awareness to build practical skills, improve resilience against digital threats, and deepen understanding of U.S. leadership in technological innovation. This initiative builds on previous American Corners programming in cybersecurity and AI that esta |
| Agency contact | tiranapdresources@state.gov |
| Official listing | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362663 |