Bicommunal Support Program (BSP)
The Embassy’s Bicommunal Support Program (BSP) provides theme-based training programs for Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots in areas of common interest that range from education and media, to youth leadership and combating trafficking in persons. These programs give participants the chance to work together to break down barriers and find practical solutions to island-wide concerns. Since its inception in 2000, BSP has reached thousands of Cypriots through a wide variety of activities. Most BSP programs are administered by AMIDEAST, a U.S.-based non-profit organization that maintains a staff and office in Cyprus.
In addition to AMIDEAST programs, BSP directly oversees a small-grants fund, which supports bicommunal projects of under $10,000. These grants are intended to help Cypriots support their own bicommunal undertakings in Cyprus. For more information on this program, including grant application guidelines, send us an e-mail. | more about BSP/AMIDEAST Supported Programs
Cyprus America Scholarship Program (CASP)
The Cyprus America Scholarship Program (CASP), which is administered by the Cyprus Fulbright Commission, provides bachelor's degree-level scholarships and short-term professional training opportunities. CASP also supports bicommunal summer camps for Cypriot youth and university students.