Deadline: 31 March 2019 Entries are now open for the 11th National Biennial Competition for Green Grassroots Unaided Technological Innovations, Ideas & Outstanding Traditional Knowledge. National Innovation Foundation (NIF) solicits entries of unaided technological innovations and traditional … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 11th National Biennial Competition!
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DUPC2: Research for Development Proposals Led by Institutes from Developing Countries
Deadline: 31 October 2018 IHE Delft has announced a DUPC2 Call for "Research for development proposals led by institutes from developing countries". The purpose of this call is to encourage further collaboration between researchers and practitioners from developing countries, and their engagement … [Read more...] about DUPC2: Research for Development Proposals Led by Institutes from Developing Countries
APN Call for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for 2018 CRRP and CAPaBLE Programmes
Deadline: 7 November 2018 The Asia Pacific Network (APN) for Global Change Research is currently seeking proposals for the two programmes: Collaborative Regional Research Programme (CRRP) Capacity Development Programme (CAPaBLE) Priority Topics APN invites trans- and interdisciplinary … [Read more...] about APN Call for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for 2018 CRRP and CAPaBLE Programmes
2020 Martin Ennals Award: Inviting Human Rights Defenders around the World
Deadline: 26 March 2019 Nominations are open for 2020 Martin Ennals Award that is an annual prize for human rights defenders. The Martin Ennals Award is intended for human rights defenders (HRD) who are defending the rights of others, while at risk. This could include physical danger, repressive … [Read more...] about 2020 Martin Ennals Award: Inviting Human Rights Defenders around the World
Thomson Reuters Foundation: Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Programme
Deadline: 8 October 2018 Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Programme. Thomson Reuters Foundation’s one-week Reporting Trafficking and Slavery course is a unique chance to gain practical skills and knowledge along with … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Programme
Applications Open for Pacific 2018 AgriHack Lab, ICTs from Farm-to-Table!
Deadline: 31 October 2018 Applications are now open for the Pacific 2018 AgriHack Lab to address the limited support for upscaling the use of novel and existing ICT platforms/applications or developing prototypes that would specifically attract the most farmers (especially smallholders and fisher … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Pacific 2018 AgriHack Lab, ICTs from Farm-to-Table!
India Fellow 2019: Social Leadership Program for Young Indians
Deadline: 30 November 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the India Fellow Program 2019 with an objective to create a learning platform for young Indians who undergo a 13-month long journey of discovering their own leadership potential. It includes training, mentor-ship, reflections and … [Read more...] about India Fellow 2019: Social Leadership Program for Young Indians
Submit Applications for Next 36 Program 2018!
Deadline: 16 October 2018 Are you a builder, Maker, Innovator, Game Changer, Disruptor? Do you want to create impact? If yes, then apply for Next 36! Next 36 is a program that accelerates the growth of Canada’s most talented young entrepreneurs by providing mentorship, capital, and unparalleled … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Next 36 Program 2018!
Submit Concept Notes for AECF REACT Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) Zimbabwe Programme!
Deadline: 12 October 2018 AECF REACT Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is currently inviting applicants to submit Concept Notes for its Zimbabwe Programme. REACT Sub-Saharan Africa (REACT SSA) is a US$61million project funded by the Swedish International Development Authority (SIDA) to support renewable … [Read more...] about Submit Concept Notes for AECF REACT Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) Zimbabwe Programme!
Call for Concept Notes: REACT Africa Sub-Saharan Competition in Burkina Faso
Deadline: 12 October 2018 Applicants are invited to submit concept notes for REACT Africa Sub-Saharan Competition in Burkina Faso with an aim to reduce poverty through a transformational increase in the use of renewable energy by non-network households in Burkina Faso. REACT Sub-Saharan Africa … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: REACT Africa Sub-Saharan Competition in Burkina Faso
Apply for AAECF REACT SSA’s Mozambique Program!
Deadline: 26 October 2018 AAECF REACT Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is inviting applicants from Mozambique to submit concept notes to support renewable energy in sub-Saharan Africa, with a dedicated funding of 6.5 million USD for Mozambique. The REACT sub-Saharan Africa (SSA REACT) is a project of 61 … [Read more...] about Apply for AAECF REACT SSA’s Mozambique Program!
Nominations Open for Education Research in Africa Award!
Deadline: 15 October 2018 Nominations are open for "Education Research in Africa Award" to promote high quality education research, produced by African universities, research centers and research networks. The Award is organized by the Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Education Research in Africa Award!
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Tools and Technologies for Broad-Scale Pest and Disease Surveillance of Crop Plants in LICs
Deadline: 14 November 2018 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is currently accepting proposals for the 22nd round of the Grand Challenges Exploration on the topic of “Tools and Technologies for Broad-Scale Pest and Disease Surveillance of Crop Plants in Low-Income Countries”. The goal of this … [Read more...] about Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Tools and Technologies for Broad-Scale Pest and Disease Surveillance of Crop Plants in LICs
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Innovation for WASH in Urban Settings (Round 22)
Deadline: 14 November 2018 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is seeking proposals for the 22nd Round of the Grand Challenges Exploration on the topic of “Innovation for WASH in Urban Settings”. GCE seeks digital technology-based solutions that promote access to essential resources and … [Read more...] about Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Innovation for WASH in Urban Settings (Round 22)
Applications Open for ASEAN +3 Youth Social Business Summit in Malaysia!
Deadline: 28 September 2018 The Department of Youth Development, Ministry of Youth and Sports Malaysia and the Youth Trust Foundation are seeking applications for "ASEAN+3 Youth Social Business Summit 2018" with an aim to provide a platform for Malaysian youths and youths in the ASEAN region to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ASEAN +3 Youth Social Business Summit in Malaysia!
WWF-Canada: Accepting Applications for Go Wild Community Grants
Deadline Extended till 12 November 2018! World Wildlife Fund-Canada is accepting applications for Go Wild Community Grants which are designed to connect Canadians with nature where they live, and build on that connection to create enduring change locally so that nature across Canada can thrive now … [Read more...] about WWF-Canada: Accepting Applications for Go Wild Community Grants
Graham Foundation: Call for Applications for 2019 Carter Manny Award
Deadline: 15 November 2018 The Graham Foundation is currently seeking applications for its 2019 Carter Manny Award to support dissertation research and writing by promising scholars whose projects have architecture as their primary concern and have the potential to shape contemporary discourse … [Read more...] about Graham Foundation: Call for Applications for 2019 Carter Manny Award
Why applying for Awards and Prizes can be a Great Opportunity
Many international agencies announce calls for applications for awards and prizes regularly to recognize, honor and even provide financial support to NGOs, activists, social scientists and development practitioners for their exemplary work. However, many deserving organizations and individuals miss … [Read more...] about Why applying for Awards and Prizes can be a Great Opportunity
Submit Applications for 15 UNWTO Awards!
Deadline: 31 October 2018 Applications are now open for the 15 UNWTO Awards to acknowledge the contribution of institutions – public, private or NGOs – to competitive and sustainable tourism development at the local, national, regional and international levels. The contribution of the awardees is … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for 15 UNWTO Awards!
Apply for International Prize “Women, Entrepreneurship and Digital”!
Deadline: 26 September 2018 Fondation la France has launched an International Prize “Women, Entrepreneurship and Digital” to support entrepreneurial projects run by women or women in the digital sector. It is intended for project developers in Africa, the Near and Middle East, Asia, Latin America … [Read more...] about Apply for International Prize “Women, Entrepreneurship and Digital”!
2018 UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize! Innovative Use of ICT in Education
Deadline: 31 October 2018 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) have launched a call for nominations for the 2018 edition of the UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in Education. Funded by … [Read more...] about 2018 UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize! Innovative Use of ICT in Education
Submit Nominations for 2019 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year Award!
Deadline: 31 October 2018 Nominations are open for 2019 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year Award which is offering exceptional young people who are making a difference in their communities a chance to win a Commonwealth Youth Award. The 2019 edition of the awards, which includes a cash grant … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2019 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year Award!
Nominations Open for Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2019!
Deadline: 25 October 2018 The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is currently seeking nominations for its 2019 Hilton Humanitarian Prize which is the world’s largest annual humanitarian award presented to nonprofit organizations judged to have made extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2019!
Nominations Open for Jeanne Marchig Animal Welfare Award!
Deadline: 30 September 2018 The Marchig Animal Welfare Trust is currently seeking applications from organisations or individual for its Jeanne Marchig Animal Welfare Award 2018, with an aim to promote and encourage practical work in preventing animal cruelty and the relief of animal … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Jeanne Marchig Animal Welfare Award!
Apply for Volvo Environment Prize 2019: Promoting Scientific Research & Innovations!
Deadline: 10 January 2019 Nominations are open for the Volvo Environment Prize 2019 that is awarded for: “Outstanding innovations or scientific discoveries, which in broad terms fall within the environmental field.” The Volvo Environment Prize is awarded by an independent foundation. A Scientific … [Read more...] about Apply for Volvo Environment Prize 2019: Promoting Scientific Research & Innovations!
2018 AGFUND International Prize: Encouraging Innovation & Creativity in Human Development Work
Deadline: 30 November 2018 Nominations are open for the 2018 Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) International Prize with the aim of inciting and encouraging innovation and creativity in human development work. The Subject of the 2018 AGFUND Prize is “End of poverty in all its forms … [Read more...] about 2018 AGFUND International Prize: Encouraging Innovation & Creativity in Human Development Work
Nominations Open for Tusk Conservation Awards 2019!
Deadline: 8 March 2019 The Tusk Conservation Awards have partnered with Investec Asset Management to give nominees a chance to celebrate extraordinary people, whose work and lives might otherwise go unnoticed outside their fields. The Tusk Conservation Awards were developed in 2013, in partnership … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Tusk Conservation Awards 2019!
Apply for Energy Globe Award 2019 for Sustainability!
Deadline: 21 November 2018 Nominations are open for the world’s most prestigious award for sustainability- the Energy Globe Award 2019. The objective of the Energy Globe Award is to present successful sustainable projects to a global audience and to demonstrate that for many environmental problems … [Read more...] about Apply for Energy Globe Award 2019 for Sustainability!
Applications Open for ICT for Mountain Development Award 2018!
Deadline: 30 November 2018 International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is currently seeking applications for its ICT for Mountain Development Award 2018 in order to recognize innovations in information and communications technology for Development (ICTD) that can help promote … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ICT for Mountain Development Award 2018!
2018 World of Difference Awards: Advancing Economic Empowerment of Women Worldwide
Deadline: 1 November 2018 The International Alliance for Women (TIAW) is seeking nominations for 2018 World of Difference Awards to recognize women, and men, whose efforts have advanced the economic empowerment of women locally, regionally or worldwide. Whether the candidate is working on a small … [Read more...] about 2018 World of Difference Awards: Advancing Economic Empowerment of Women Worldwide
Soroptimist’s Live Your Dream Awards: Education and Training Awards for Women
Deadline: 15 November 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Soroptimist’s Live Your Dream Awards that assists women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families by giving them the resources they need to improve their education, skills and employment prospects. Live … [Read more...] about Soroptimist’s Live Your Dream Awards: Education and Training Awards for Women
Wellcome Trust: Climate Change and Health Awards
Deadline: 11 October 2018 The Wellcome Trust is seeking applications for its Climate Change and Health Awards to support researchers who want to explore the links between people’s health and a changing climate. Benefits staff materials and consumables equipment research management … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust: Climate Change and Health Awards
Apply for 2019 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity!
Deadline: 30 September 2018 Applications are open for the 2019 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity, a global humanitarian award established to recognize modern day heroes and the exceptional impact their actions have made on preserving human life and advancing humanitarian causes in the face of … [Read more...] about Apply for 2019 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity!
SIWI’s 2019 Stockholm Water Prize: Recognizing Women, Men and Organizations!
Deadline: 30 September 2018 The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is currently seeking applications for its 2019 Stockholm Water Prize to recognize women, men and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of the world’s water … [Read more...] about SIWI’s 2019 Stockholm Water Prize: Recognizing Women, Men and Organizations!
Apply for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence: Continental & Regional Awards 2018!
Deadline: 10 November 2018 The African Union Commission is currently inviting applicants for its African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence (AUKNASE) Continental & Regional Awards 2018. Objectives The objectives of AUKNASE are to: To award and honour outstanding … [Read more...] about Apply for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence: Continental & Regional Awards 2018!
Apply for Her Abilities Award: Honoring the Achievements of Women with Disabilities!
Deadline: 30 September 2018 Nominations are now open for the Her Abilities Award which is the first global award honoring the achievements of women with disabilities. Her Abilities was launched by Light for the World to honor women with disabilities who achieved greatness in their life or field of … [Read more...] about Apply for Her Abilities Award: Honoring the Achievements of Women with Disabilities!
Entries Open for SEAMEO-Australia Education Links Award (SAELA) 2018!
Deadline: 27 September 2018 Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) and the Government of Australia has announced the call for entries for the SEAMEO-Australia Education Links Award (SAELA) 2018. SAELA gives recognition and financial assistance to projects or proposals that … [Read more...] about Entries Open for SEAMEO-Australia Education Links Award (SAELA) 2018!
Wellcome Trust: Inviting Applicants for Seed Awards in Science!
Deadline: 2 October 2018 The Wellcome Trust is seeking applications for its Seed Awards in Science to help researchers develop novel ideas that will go on to form part of larger grant applications to Wellcome Trust or elsewhere. Funding Information A Seed Award in Science is worth up to £100,000 … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust: Inviting Applicants for Seed Awards in Science!
Applications Open for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security!
Deadline: 27 September 2018 The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) and its Geopolitics and Global Futures Programme, under the umbrella of its Creativity and Innovation Initiative, is seeking applications for its Prize for Innovation in Global Security in order to recognize deserving … [Read more...] about Applications Open for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security!
Submit Nominations for King Hamad Youth Empowerment Award!
Deadline: 30 October 2018 Nominations are open for the King Hamad Youth Empowerment Award to recognize young people’s endeavour to be effective and productive citizens, contributing to the welfare of their communities and environment, as well as institutions that improve the enabling environment … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for King Hamad Youth Empowerment Award!
Positive Action Challenges/UNAIDS: Breaking Out of the Echo Chambers’ Program
Deadline: 4 October 2018 The Positive Action Challenges in collaboration with United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) is seeking applications for a program entitled “Breaking Out of the Echo Chambers”. This challenge is seeking innovative storytelling approaches via digital technology, … [Read more...] about Positive Action Challenges/UNAIDS: Breaking Out of the Echo Chambers’ Program
Nominations Open for 2019 Thomas J. Dodd Prize in International Justice and Human Rights!
Deadline: 1 October 2018 Nominations are open for 2019 Thomas J. Dodd Prize which is awarded biennially by the University of Connecticut and is presented to an individual or group who has had significant impact advancing the cause of international justice and global human rights. The prize … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2019 Thomas J. Dodd Prize in International Justice and Human Rights!
Apply for 2018 Human Rights Prize of the French Republic!
Deadline: 15 October 2018 Applications are now open for the 2018 “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” Human Rights Prize of the French Republic, awarded by the French Prime Minister. This Prize, created in 1988, is awarded in recognition and support for the completion of individual or collective … [Read more...] about Apply for 2018 Human Rights Prize of the French Republic!
Submit Nominations for 2019 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize!
Deadline: 8 October 2018 Grinnell College is accepting nominations from across the globe for the 2019 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize that awards annually to individuals who show creativity, commitment, and extraordinary accomplishment in effecting positive social … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2019 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize!
empowering people. Award 2019: Inviting Social Entrepreneurs and Developers
Deadline: 31 October 2018 Siemens Stiftung has launched empowering people. Award 2019, calling on social entrepreneurs and developers from across the world to submit their projects with impact. The award identifies and supports low-tech solutions that address crucial basic needs sectors in … [Read more...] about empowering people. Award 2019: Inviting Social Entrepreneurs and Developers
WFN’s Whitley Awards 2019: A Chance to Win Up to £40,000 GBP
Deadline: 31 October 2018 Are you a dynamic conservation leader or do you know of one? If yes, then apply for the WFN’s Whitley Awards 2019! The Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is seeking applications for its Whitley Awards 2019 to support the work of proven grassroots conservation leaders in … [Read more...] about WFN’s Whitley Awards 2019: A Chance to Win Up to £40,000 GBP
Media Literacy Council Call for Proposals: Better Internet x Youth
Deadline: 23 November 2018 The Media Literacy Council has launched the Better Internet x Youth Call-for-Proposals to support Digital Literacy community initiatives that promote online safety, responsibility and civility. The Council hopes to empower youths to initiate projects that will reach out … [Read more...] about Media Literacy Council Call for Proposals: Better Internet x Youth
Rise Up: Call for Applications for “Girls’ Voices Initiative” in Guatemala
Deadline: 19 October 2018 Rise Up has announced a call for applications to select a group of adolescents from their partner and allied organizations who have demonstrated a strong commitment to other girls to participate in “Girls’ Voices Initiative.” This initiative will amplify the voices and … [Read more...] about Rise Up: Call for Applications for “Girls’ Voices Initiative” in Guatemala
Submit Nominations for Prime Minister’s National Youth Awards for Excellence!
Deadline: 5 October 2018 Nominations are open for the Prime Minister's National Youth Awards for Excellence (PM Awards). The Hon. Floyd Green, State Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information (MOEYI) has called on all Jamaicans to nominate young persons who are excelling in … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for Prime Minister’s National Youth Awards for Excellence!
Applications Open for 2019 Science and Innovation Awards!
Deadline: 12 October 2018 Grant applications are now open for the 2019 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. The Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (the Science Awards program) is a competitive, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2019 Science and Innovation Awards!
