National Center for Narrative Intelligence (NCNI)

Background
The National Center for Narrative Intelligence (NCNI) is being established under the FY26 grant agreement. This initiative aims to enhance the understanding and application of narrative intelligence within various sectors, particularly focusing on workforce development, applied research infrastructure, collaborative networks, and strategic analysis for Department of Workforce (DoW) leadership.

Grant Details
The grant will encompass Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) tasks across four key pillars:

1. Workforce Development - Initiatives aimed at enhancing skills and capabilities in narrative intelligence.

2. Applied Research Infrastructure - Establishing systems and frameworks to support narrative intelligence research.

3. Collaborative Networks - Creating partnerships and networks to foster collaboration among stakeholders in narrative intelligence.

4. Strategic Analysis for DoW Leadership - Providing insights and analyses to support decision-making processes within the Department of Workforce leadership.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include academic institutions and partners with expertise in narrative intelligence, workforce development, and related fields. Preference may be given to those with established collaborative networks or prior experience in similar initiatives.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this grant is expected to span multiple years, aligning with the fiscal year 2026 timeline.

Grant Value
The total value of the grant has not been explicitly stated; however, it is anticipated that individual awards will vary based on project scope and requirements.

Place of Performance
The specific geographic locations for the performance of this grant have not been detailed in the provided document.