Definitions for "Initiatives"
a water development project for the mountain village of Dogbadzi-Kpalime
The specific programs, activities, projects or actions an organization will undertake in an effort to meet performance targets.
Intentionally-designed activities that include a task and a specific objective for groups. Skilled facilitators use initiatives with groups to achieve goals and objectives, to develop communication and problem-solving skills and to observe the elements of group process and determine next steps.
that state the interest of one or more ICs to receive applications or proposals in an area of scientific need or opportunity. Also see its converse, Parent FOA.
are like programs except that initiatives are funded for a specified period of time, sometimes called a "sunset date" (e.g. Family Violence Initiative). Initiatives are sometimes extended, and can sometimes evolve into a program.