Deadline: 15 January 2018 Swedish Institute Alexandria in collaboration with the Center for Mediterranean Integration of the World Bank are inviting applicants to apply for the Second Mediterranean Water Heroes Contest on “Water and Nature-Based Solutions” (NbS). Prize Information By applying, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Second Mediterranean Water Heroes Contest!
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Call for Applications: 2018 South East Asia Youth Leadership Program (SEAYLP)
Deadline: 3 January 2018 The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy has announced an open competition for the 2018 South East Asia Youth Leadership Program (SEAYLP) which is sponsored by the U.S. Embassy and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State. The … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: 2018 South East Asia Youth Leadership Program (SEAYLP)
Europe: NGOs and MPs urge Government for emergent steps against Plight of Children
NGOs and MPs have urged the Government to act “without delay” on its pledge on protecting child refugees, after it emerged that children as young as 10 were enduring freezing temperatures sleeping rough across Europe. In a letter to Home Secretary, Amber Rudd, 150 signatories and NGOs asked the … [Read more...] about Europe: NGOs and MPs urge Government for emergent steps against Plight of Children
Apply for Clean Energy Innovation Challenge!
Deadline: 2 February 2018 The Clean Energy Innovation Challenge is seeking innovative ideas for delivering affordable, reliable and sustainable energy through new sources for low income households, SMEs and communities. The Clean Energy Innovation Challenge is seeking applications from Nigeria is … [Read more...] about Apply for Clean Energy Innovation Challenge!
Meeting Russia 2018: Public Diplomacy Program for Young Leaders
Deadline: 31 December 2017 Creative Diplomacy is seeking applications for its public diplomacy program entitled "Meeting Russia" to bring together young representatives from academia, government institutions, parliaments, think-tanks, media and the private sector from the United States and European … [Read more...] about Meeting Russia 2018: Public Diplomacy Program for Young Leaders
Embassy of the United States in Ecuador: Study of the US Institutes 2018 Program – Social Entrepreneurship
Deadline: 18 January 2018 The Embassy of the United States in Quito, Ecuador and the Consulate General in Guayaquil is currently inviting Ecuadorian university students, involved in social entrepreneurship projects, to participate in the "Study of the US Institutes" 2018 program. This program lasts … [Read more...] about Embassy of the United States in Ecuador: Study of the US Institutes 2018 Program – Social Entrepreneurship
Applications Open for Commonwealth Youth Forum!
Deadline: 2 January 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Commonwealth Youth Forum to promote cross-cultural connections and consensus among youth leaders on the challenges and opportunities facing young people. The Commonwealth is extending an invitation to young people with experience in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Commonwealth Youth Forum!
Climate CoLab Contest: Seeking Proposals on Absorbing climate impacts
Deadline: 11 February 2018 The UN Climate Resilience Initiative and InsuResilience are seeking innovative ideas for linking climate risk insurance with other forms of social protection to further enhance communities’ ability to absorb the impacts of climate change. Key Issues Impacts of … [Read more...] about Climate CoLab Contest: Seeking Proposals on Absorbing climate impacts
U.S. Embassy in Burma: 2018 Myanmar Youth Leadership Program
Deadline: 5 January 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Yangon, Burma has announced the 2018 Myanmar Youth Leadership Program (MYLP) which is a four-week exchange program in the United States focused on leadership and youth development. The exchange will take place in April 2018 and participants will … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Burma: 2018 Myanmar Youth Leadership Program
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Facilitating Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships to Foster Sustainable and Inclusive Food Systems
Deadline: 10 September 2018 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is seeking applications for its course on “Facilitating multi-stakeholder partnerships to foster sustainable and inclusive food systems." The course starts from 22 October 2018 until 9 November 2018. The course … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Facilitating Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships to Foster Sustainable and Inclusive Food Systems
Applications Open for UDB i-Growth Accelerator 2017!
Deadline: 25 January 2018 Do you have an innovative, demonstrable solution, or approach that has the potential to improve a Smart and Sustainable Agricultural/Manufacturing Sector? Are you or your organization already implementing an innovation that addresses issues of agriculture, production, or … [Read more...] about Applications Open for UDB i-Growth Accelerator 2017!
Sida International Training Programme: Sustainable Urban Water and Sanitation-Integrated Processes
Deadline: 16 March 2018 The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) is seeking applications for its International Training Programme, “Sustainable Urban Water and Sanitation – Integrated Processes” in order to contribute to planning and implementation of better sustainable … [Read more...] about Sida International Training Programme: Sustainable Urban Water and Sanitation-Integrated Processes
British Council: Call for Applications for New International Voices 2018
Deadline: 26 January 2018 The British Council, LIFT and Battersea Arts Centre are currently inviting West African artists currently living and working in Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal or Sierra Leone to join the New International Voices residency programme in London from 11-24 June, part of LIFT … [Read more...] about British Council: Call for Applications for New International Voices 2018
U.S. Embassy in Haiti: SUSI for Students Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship
Deadline: 11 January 2018 The U.S. Embassy is seeking applications for its program entitled "SUSI for Students Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship" to provide students with a better understanding of their leadership skills. The four-week academic residency will provide participants with an overview … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Haiti: SUSI for Students Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship
IUCN Call for Proposals: Quantifying Plastic Fluxes and Stocks within the Mediterranean Basin
Deadline: 17 December 2017 The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is seeking proposals from qualified experts or NGOs for a project on Quantifying plastic fluxes and stocks within the Mediterranean basin. The objective of the project is to identify and quantify the most critical … [Read more...] about IUCN Call for Proposals: Quantifying Plastic Fluxes and Stocks within the Mediterranean Basin
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Fisheries Governance for Food Security
Deadline: 10 September 2018 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is accepting applications for its International Course on “Fisheries Governance for Food Security” from 22 October 2018 to 9 November 2018 in Netherlands. The primary tasks of the fisheries manager or governor is … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Fisheries Governance for Food Security
SMHI International Training Program: East Africa Climate Change-Mitigation and Adaptation Program
Deadline: 20 December 2017 The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI) is inviting organisations from Ethiopia, Kenya and Rwanda to nominate candidates for the Advanced International Training Programme Climate change - Mitigation and Adaptation. This round of the training programme … [Read more...] about SMHI International Training Program: East Africa Climate Change-Mitigation and Adaptation Program
SAARC Development Fund: Seeking Consultancy for Framing of Strategy Paper for Social Enterprise Development
Deadline: 25 December 2017 The SAARC Development Fund has request for proposals for the Development of a Strategy Paper for the launch/implementation of its SEDP program including Fund Mobilization and Action Plan. Objective To develop strategy paper for SEDP program including fund mobilization … [Read more...] about SAARC Development Fund: Seeking Consultancy for Framing of Strategy Paper for Social Enterprise Development
U.S. Embassy in Mali: Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship 2018
Deadline: 22 December 2017 Applications are open for Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship 2018 to provide the opportunity to Malian beneficiaries a deeper understanding of the United States while simultaneously enhancing their leadership skills. Eligibility … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Mali: Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship 2018
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Climate Change and Food Security Nexus
Deadline: 30 July 2018 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is accepting applications for its course on “Climate change and food security nexus”. The course starts from 10 September 2018 until 21 September 2018. Climate change governance requires these stakeholders to change … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Climate Change and Food Security Nexus
Applications Open for Swedish Institute’s SIMP Northern Europe Program!
Deadline: 28 December 2017 Do you want to be a part of an international network of emerging leaders focused on responsible leadership and sustainable business practices? If yes, then apply for the Swedish Institute Management Programme Northern Europe. The Swedish Institute is seeking applications … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Swedish Institute’s SIMP Northern Europe Program!
U.S. Embassy in Zambia: SUSI Student Leaders on Women’s Leadership Program
Deadline: 15 December 2017 The U.S. Embassy is seeking qualified Zambian women to apply for the Study of the United States Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders on Women’s Leadership. SUSI Student Leader programs are intensive short term academic programs whose purpose is to provide groups of … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Zambia: SUSI Student Leaders on Women’s Leadership Program
Nominations Open for 2018 GBIF Young Researchers Award!
Deadline: 15 June 2018 The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) is accepting proposals for its 2018 Young Researchers Awards with an aim to foster innovative research and discovery in biodiversity informatics by graduate students whose master’s and doctoral studies rely on GBIF-mediated … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 GBIF Young Researchers Award!
Applications Open for World Bank #Blog4Dev Competition for Kenya, Uganda & Rwanda
Deadline: 22 December 2017 The World Bank is currently inviting applicants for its #Blog4Dev Competition with an aim to provide opportunity for Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda Citizens. The World Bank wants applicants to share their thoughts on Gender-Based Violence in Kenya, Rwanda, or Uganda for a … [Read more...] about Applications Open for World Bank #Blog4Dev Competition for Kenya, Uganda & Rwanda
UNHCR Call for Proposals: Prevention and Reduction of Statelessness
Deadline: 11 December 2017 The UNHCR Representation in Skopje is inviting NGOs and foundations for its program entitled "Prevention and Reduction of Statelessness." Objectives To strengthen, accede or ratify the international and regional instruments To improve the identification of … [Read more...] about UNHCR Call for Proposals: Prevention and Reduction of Statelessness
U.S. Embassy in Zambia: 2018 Pan-Africa Youth Leadership Program
Deadline: 22 December 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Zambia has announced the 2018 Pan-Africa Youth Leadership Program, a three-week exchange program in the United States for high school students aged 15-18 years old. The program will provide an opportunity for high school students from Zambia to travel … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Zambia: 2018 Pan-Africa Youth Leadership Program
UNHCR Call for EOIs: Advocacy, Providing Information on the Asylum Procedure, Legal Assistance and Representation of UNHCR Persons Concept
Deadline: 11 December 2017 The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Skopje is inviting Expressions of Interests (EOIs) for its “Advocacy, Providing Information on the Asylum Procedure, Legal Assistance and Representation of UNHCR Persons Concept Program." The … [Read more...] about UNHCR Call for EOIs: Advocacy, Providing Information on the Asylum Procedure, Legal Assistance and Representation of UNHCR Persons Concept
Applications Open for Training Programme on Economics of Climate Change Adaptation!
Deadline: 11 December 2017 Applicants are invited to apply for the second run of the Training Programme on Economics of Climate Change Adaptation that aims to equip government officials and other stakeholders in the Asia and the Pacific region with economic tools necessary to identify, prioritize, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Training Programme on Economics of Climate Change Adaptation!
Call for Participation: The Global Emancipatory Rural Politics Initiative
Deadline: 8 December 2017 The Institure for Poverty, Land and Agrarial Studies (PLAAS) at the University of the Western Caoe, in partnership with Rosa Luxemburg Stiftug (RLS), has announced a call for participation in an innovative new venture. This call is open to scholars and activists with a … [Read more...] about Call for Participation: The Global Emancipatory Rural Politics Initiative
Nominations Open for UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2018!
Deadline: 15 February 2018 United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seeking nominations for its UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2018 which is funded by the Cano Foundation (Colombia) and the Helsingin Sanomat Foundation (Finland). This Prize was … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2018!
DFID Call for Applications: Specialist Economic Development Framework
Deadline: 8 December 2017 The UK’s Department of International Development (DFID) is accepting applications for its Specialist Economic Development Framework with an aim to provide technical services that deliver economic development and poverty reduction outcomes for the UK’s development … [Read more...] about DFID Call for Applications: Specialist Economic Development Framework
U.S. Mission in Uganda: 2018 SUSI for Student Leaders on Women’s Leadership Program
Deadline: 28 December 2017 U.S. Mission in Uganda is accepting applications for its 2018 Study of the United States Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders on Women’s Leadership program. The five week program takes place during the June to August time-frame. SUSI for Student Leaders are intensive … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission in Uganda: 2018 SUSI for Student Leaders on Women’s Leadership Program
Nominations Open for 2018 Buffett Award for Leadership in Africa and Latin America Conservation!
Deadline: 8 January 2018 The National Geographic Society (NGS) is currently inviting nominees for its 2018 Buffett Award for Leadership in Africa and Latin America Conservation. The annual National Geographic/Buffett Awards for Leadership in Conservation were established by the Society and The … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 Buffett Award for Leadership in Africa and Latin America Conservation!
NSVRC: Seeking Nominations for 2018 Visionary Voice Awards!
Deadline: 1 December 2017 The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) is pleased to announce the opening of the selection process for the annual Visionary Voice Awards. This award, offered in conjunction with Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) each April, recognizes the creativity and … [Read more...] about NSVRC: Seeking Nominations for 2018 Visionary Voice Awards!
Apply for African Youth Energy Innovator Program 2018!
Deadline: 15 January 2018 Africa Energy Indaba is inviting applicants for the second round of its 2018 African Youth Energy Innovator Program 2018. Africa Energy Indaba is committed to empowering talented young Africans by allowing them to be seen by the industry experts and energy decision … [Read more...] about Apply for African Youth Energy Innovator Program 2018!
Apply for 2018 TechWomen Program: Empowering the Next Generation Women Leaders!
Deadline: 17 January 2018 Applications are open for the 2018 TechWomen program to empower, connect, and support the next generation of women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from Africa, Central Asia, and the Middle East by providing them the access and … [Read more...] about Apply for 2018 TechWomen Program: Empowering the Next Generation Women Leaders!
Nominations Open for Greece Startup Europe Awards!
Deadline: 1 December 2017 Nominations are open for Greece Startup Europe Awards which is promoted by the European Commission, supported by the President of the Committee of the Regions, several members of the European Parliament as Ambassadors and it is implemented by Finnova Foundation in … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Greece Startup Europe Awards!
Applications Open for Charity Governance Awards 2018!
Deadline: 12 January 2018 The Charity Governance Awards is an exciting not-for-profit initiative created to celebrate outstanding governance in charities both small and large. The awards will share the examples of inspirational trustees and brilliant boards to show how great governance and doing … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Charity Governance Awards 2018!
Nominations Open for Commonwealth Youth Awards 2018!
Deadline: 14 December 2017 Nominations are open for the 2018 Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work. This special edition of the awards will coincide with the Commonwealth Youth Forum (CYF) preceding the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in London in April 2018 … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Commonwealth Youth Awards 2018!
Submit Proposals for Patagonia’s Corporate Grants Program!
Deadline: 30 April 2018 Patagonia is seeking applications for its Corporate Grants Program to fund environmental work that takes place within the United States and is either national in scope or not located near one of their U.S. retail stores. It is a broad program that essentially encompasses all … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Patagonia’s Corporate Grants Program!
Call for Applications: APN’s Annual Proposal Development Training Workshop (PDTW)
Deadline: 23 December 2017 Are you young researcher working in Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Viet Nam, and Thailand and interested in developing regional proposals? If yes, then apply for the Proposal Development Training Workshop (PDTW). Asia-Pacific Network for … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: APN’s Annual Proposal Development Training Workshop (PDTW)
U.S. Embassy in Morocco: 2018 Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Student Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship
Deadline: 3 December 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Morocco has announced the call for applications for the 2018 Study of the U.S. Institute for Student Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship. The Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Student Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship is an intensive short-term … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Morocco: 2018 Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Student Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship
Applications Open for Swedish Institute’s Young Leaders Visitors Programme (YLVP)!
Deadline: 5 December 2017 Are you a leader with a vision? Do you want to make a change? If yes, then apply for the Young Leaders Visitors Programme (YLVP)! The Swedish Institute is seeking applications for its Young Leaders Visitors Programme (YLVP) that aims to support young leaders in the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Swedish Institute’s Young Leaders Visitors Programme (YLVP)!
Nominations Open for WSIS Prizes!
Deadline: 2 January 2018 Nominations are open for WSIS Prizes that is a unique international contest developed in response to requests from the WSIS stakeholders to create an effective mechanism to evaluate and recognize individuals, governments, civil society, local, regional and international … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for WSIS Prizes!
Applications Open for 2018 Future Conservationist Award!
Deadline: 26 November 2017 The Conservation Leadership Programme is seeking applications for its 2018 Future Conservationist Award to support projects in the Asia Pacific region focused on either tree species or non-avian marine species based in seaward habitats. The Conservation Leadership … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Future Conservationist Award!
Apply for SAB Foundation’s Entrepreneurship Programmes!
Deadline: 30 November 2017 The SAB Foundation is seeking applications for its Entrepreneurship Programmes to provide various elements of business support by knowing the types of entrepreneurs the applicants are and helping them select the programme that best suits their needs. The creation of SAB … [Read more...] about Apply for SAB Foundation’s Entrepreneurship Programmes!
Inter-American Development Bank: Inviting Artists to Demonstrate the Immense Artistic Creativity
Deadline: 7 January 2018 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is currently inviting artists who want to offer new perspectives on the development challenges of the region, as well as to demonstrate the immense artistic creativity of Latin America and the Caribbean. This open call is for … [Read more...] about Inter-American Development Bank: Inviting Artists to Demonstrate the Immense Artistic Creativity
U.S. Embassy in Beirut: 2018 SUSI for Student Leaders Women’s Leadership Program
Deadline: 31 December 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Beirut is seeking applications for its 2018 Study of the United States Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders Women’s Leadership program, an intensive short term academic program whose purpose is to provide groups of undergraduate students with a deeper … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Beirut: 2018 SUSI for Student Leaders Women’s Leadership Program
Shell Ideas360 Competition: Developing Ideas to Tackle the Pressures on the World’s Food, Water and Energy Resources
Deadline: 19 January 2018 Applications are open for Shell Ideas360 Competition which is a global competition that connects students to develop ideas to tackle the pressures on the world’s Food, Water and Energy resources. It’s an exciting journey of learning and discovery. The theme of Shell … [Read more...] about Shell Ideas360 Competition: Developing Ideas to Tackle the Pressures on the World’s Food, Water and Energy Resources
International Grant Awards for Organizations and Individuals working for to address global issues
Awards and prizes are offered by international agencies to recognize and honor the efforts of organizations and individuals working to improve the living conditions of the poor and trying to address the global problems. They provide an excellent opportunity not only to highlight the work being done … [Read more...] about International Grant Awards for Organizations and Individuals working for to address global issues
