Deadline: 22 September 2017 Applications are open for the Startups Pitching Events at NES #23 that aims to connect new Nigerian ventures seeking to raise funds with potential investors. Eight selected early-stage startups that are registered in Nigeria and have been doing business for no more than … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Startups Pitching Events at NES #23!
cat
CIIPC Call for Applications: Second Asia-Pacific Workshop on Innovation, Intellectual Property and Competition
Deadline: 31 October 2017 The Centre for Innovation, Intellectual Property and Competition (CIIPC), National Law University, Delhi is organising the second Asia-Pacific Workshop on Innovation, Intellectual Property and Competition from February 5th to 10th, 2018. This workshop will take place at … [Read more...] about CIIPC Call for Applications: Second Asia-Pacific Workshop on Innovation, Intellectual Property and Competition
Entries Open for St Andrews Prize for the Environment 2018!
Deadline: 29 September 2017 The University of St Andrews and independent exploration and production company ConocoPhillips are seeking entries for St Andrews Prize for the Environment 2018 with a motive to find innovative solutions to environmental challenges across the world. The solutions should … [Read more...] about Entries Open for St Andrews Prize for the Environment 2018!
USDA/NIFA: Food and Agricultural Sciences National Needs Graduate and Postgraduate Fellowship (NNF) Grants Program
Deadline: 31 October 2017 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is seeking applications for its Food and Agricultural Sciences National Needs Graduate and Postgraduate Fellowship (NNF) Grants Program to provide funding to support students’ … [Read more...] about USDA/NIFA: Food and Agricultural Sciences National Needs Graduate and Postgraduate Fellowship (NNF) Grants Program
Nominations Open for Euro-Mediterranean Dialogue Award!
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Anna Lindh Euro-Mediterranean Foundation for Dialogue between Cultures (ALF) and Fondazione Mediterraneo (FM), have launched the 11th Edition of the Euro-Mediterranean Award for Dialogue Between Cultures. This Edition will focus on initiatives and individuals whose … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Euro-Mediterranean Dialogue Award!
Apply for 2018 Ockenden International Prize!
Deadline: 30 November 2017 Entries are open for the 2018 Ockenden International Prize to recognize and reward innovative work that fosters self-reliance for refugees and/or internally displaced people (IDPs) anywhere in the world. The Ockenden International Prizes remain focused on identifying … [Read more...] about Apply for 2018 Ockenden International Prize!
USAID: Seeking Applications for Volunteers for International Security and Prosperity (VISP) Program
Deadline: 29 August 2018 The U.S Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for its Volunteers for International Security and Prosperity program. This program was created by USAID’s Bureau for Economic Growth, Education, and Environment (E3) to help the Agency mobilize … [Read more...] about USAID: Seeking Applications for Volunteers for International Security and Prosperity (VISP) Program
Applications Open for Africa Climate Change Leadership Program!
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Applications are open for Africa Climate Change Leadership Program that seeks to build local climate change leaders who can shape understanding of the extent and severity of climate-related stressors on African economies and ecosystems, and propose solutions on how … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Africa Climate Change Leadership Program!
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Rural Entrepreneurship (11 June 2018 to 22 June 2018)
Deadline: 18 October 2017 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) invites applications for its short term course on Rural Entrepreneurship from 11 June 2018 to 22 June 2018 in Ghana. Course Structure This course on rural entrepreneurship centres around the Chain Wide Learning … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Rural Entrepreneurship (11 June 2018 to 22 June 2018)
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Plant Variety Protection (18 June 2018 to 29 June 2018)
Deadline: 18 October 2017 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is inviting applications for its short term course on Plant variety protection from 18 June 2018 to 29 June 2018 in The Netherlands. The protection of the rights of plant breeders is an important stimulus for the … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Plant Variety Protection (18 June 2018 to 29 June 2018)
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Integrated Pest Management and Food Safety (4 June 2018 – 22 June 2018)
Deadline: 18 October 2017 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) invites applications for its short term course on Integrated Pest Management and Food Safety from 4 June 2018 until 22 June 2018 in the Netherlands. Increased awareness of the adverse effects pesticides have on the … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Integrated Pest Management and Food Safety (4 June 2018 – 22 June 2018)
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Wetlands, Integrated Water Resources Management And Food Security (4 June 2018- 22 June 2018)
Deadline: 18 October 2017 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is seeking applications for its short term course on Wetlands, Integrated Water Resources Management and Food Security from 4 June 2018 until 22 June 2018 in the Netherlands. Food security, water management and … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Wetlands, Integrated Water Resources Management And Food Security (4 June 2018- 22 June 2018)
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Milking to Potential (14 May 2018 – 25 May 2018)
Deadline: 18 October 2017 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is inviting applicants for its short term course on Milking to potential in the Netherlands. The course starts from 14 May 2018 until 25 May 2018. This 2 weeks course will enable participants in designing and … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Milking to Potential (14 May 2018 – 25 May 2018)
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Horticulture Sector Development for Emerging Markets (14 May 2018 – 1 June 2018)
Deadline: 18 October 2017 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is seeking applications for its short term course on Horticulture Sector Development for Emerging Markets in the Netherlands. The course starts from 14 May 2018 until 1 June 2018. Modern production practices, … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Horticulture Sector Development for Emerging Markets (14 May 2018 – 1 June 2018)
World Economic Forum: Seeking Nominations for Young Global Leader 2019
Deadline: 31 May 2018 The World Economic Forum is seeking nominations for its programme "Young Global Leader". Reflecting the diversity of stakeholders, the Young Global Leaders include leaders from politics, business, civil society, academia, and arts and culture across seven geographic … [Read more...] about World Economic Forum: Seeking Nominations for Young Global Leader 2019
Applications Open for 2018 Nestlé’s Creating Shared Value (CSV) Prize!
Deadline: 30 October 2017 Nestlé, in partnership with Ashoka is seeking applications for its 2018 Creating Shared Value (CSV) Prize with an aim to source, recognize and support leading innovations or programs in the areas of Water, Nutrition and Rural Development, that: Is beyond ‘proof of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Nestlé’s Creating Shared Value (CSV) Prize!
Applications Open for Australia Council International Leadership Program!
Deadline: 26 September 2017 The Australia Council for the Arts has launched a new opportunity to support arts professionals from eligible Asia Pacific countries to join two leadership programs in Australia: The Arts Leaders Program is for mid-career and established arts professionals. The … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Australia Council International Leadership Program!
Applications Open for VIA Arts Prize 2017!
Deadline: 16 October 2017 The Embassy of Brazil to the UK, in partnership with ACALASP (the Association of Cultural Attachés of Latin America, Spain and Portugal), People’s Palace Projects (Queen Mary University of London) and Itaú, is currently inviting entries for its VIA Arts Prize. This year’s … [Read more...] about Applications Open for VIA Arts Prize 2017!
ICCROM–ATHAR: Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation in the Arab Region
Deadline: 2 December 2017 The International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM), Regional Conservation Centre in Sharjah ATHAR are inviting applicants for the Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation in the Arab Region, 2017. This Biennial Award … [Read more...] about ICCROM–ATHAR: Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation in the Arab Region
Applications Open for Humanitarian Water Air Food Awards (WAFA) 2017!
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Applications are open for the Humanitarian Water Air Food Awards (WAFA) 2017 to promote outstanding individuals and organisations who are involved in the creation and application of a breakthrough sustainable project in water, air and/or food. WAF Award seeks and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Humanitarian Water Air Food Awards (WAFA) 2017!
DFID Call for Applications: Nepal Skills for Employment Programme (SEP)
Deadline: 21 September 2017 The Nepal country office of the United Kingdom’s Department for International Development (DFID) has launched a new programme to support Nepalese youth to access gainful employment in Nepal or through migration. The contract will be awarded for a period of 4 years … [Read more...] about DFID Call for Applications: Nepal Skills for Employment Programme (SEP)
Applications Open for UNESCO’s Sport and the SDGs Youth Funshop!
Deadline: 1 October 2017 Are you between 18 and 30 years old and an advocate for sport as a development tool? Do you run a sports-based social enterprise? Are you a leader in your community? If yes, then apply for the first ever UNESCO Sport and the SDGs Youth “Funshop”. The United Nations … [Read more...] about Applications Open for UNESCO’s Sport and the SDGs Youth Funshop!
Applications Open for the 2nd Edition of Innovate for Refugees Competition!
Deadline: 27 November 2017 Applications are open for MITEF Enterprise Forum Pan Arab Innovate for Refugees Competition (IFR Competition) which is designed to attract the best tech-driven solutions addressing the refugee crisis. Launched on World Refugee Day in 2016, the Innovate for Refugees … [Read more...] about Applications Open for the 2nd Edition of Innovate for Refugees Competition!
UN Women: Development, Production and Implementation of a Multi-dimensional Behavioral Change Campaign on WEE & EVAWG
Deadline: 6 September 2017 The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) is seeking proposals for the development, production and implementation of a multidimensional behavioral change campaign on Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) and Elimination of Violence … [Read more...] about UN Women: Development, Production and Implementation of a Multi-dimensional Behavioral Change Campaign on WEE & EVAWG
Applications Open for DA’s Young Leaders Programme!
Deadline: 11 September 2017 The Democratic Alliance (DA) is seeking applications for its "Young Leaders Programme" to develop and grow country’s future leaders responsible for upholding this vision of One Nation with One Future, and core values of Freedom, Fairness and Opportunity in politics and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for DA’s Young Leaders Programme!
World Bank Group Youth Summit 2017: Technology and Innovation for Impact
Deadline: 10 October 2017 Do you have an idea that has the potential to solve a problem or need by taking advantage of the transformative potential of the digital revolution and the technological advances of our times? Does your idea positively impact your community, your country, and/or society at … [Read more...] about World Bank Group Youth Summit 2017: Technology and Innovation for Impact
Spark* Bangladesh: Seeking Applications for Accelerator Program
Deadline: 1 September 2017 The Spark* Bangladesh is seeking applications for its Accelerator Program that is a powerful opportunity for passionate impact entrepreneurs in Bangladesh who are at the early stages of building businesses and organisations that exist to change the lives of Bangladeshi … [Read more...] about Spark* Bangladesh: Seeking Applications for Accelerator Program
Apply for Native Agriculture and Food Systems Scholarship Program!
Deadline: 28 September 2017 First Nations is seeking applications for its "Native Agriculture and Food Systems (NAFSI) Scholarship Program" to encourage more Native American college students to enter these fields so that they can better assist their communities with these efforts. First Nations … [Read more...] about Apply for Native Agriculture and Food Systems Scholarship Program!
Nominations Open for Young Gender Justice Activists Program!
Deadline: 30 August 2017 The Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) is currently inviting applicants for its Young Gender Justice Activists program on the theme “Achieving Gender Justice & Reconciliation” to recognise the contribution of young people across the continent. IJR … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Young Gender Justice Activists Program!
African Development Bank: Inviting Applicants for Young Professionals Program
Deadline: 11 September 2017 Do you have passion and commitment to development of Africa? Do you have outstanding academic and professional achievements? Are you committed to engage in crucial issues in Africa’s development? Do you wish to make a difference, be part of something bigger than yourself … [Read more...] about African Development Bank: Inviting Applicants for Young Professionals Program
YIHR Call for Applications: ‘Feminist Exchange Program’
Deadline: 3 September 2017 Youth Initiative for Human Rights (YIHR) is inviting applicants for participation in the "Feminist Exchange Program", which will be held from 16th to 18th of September 2017 in Belgrade, Serbia. This program aims to establish links between feminists from Serbia and Kosovo … [Read more...] about YIHR Call for Applications: ‘Feminist Exchange Program’
ILGA-Europe/TGEU: Inviting Applicants for Capacity Building Seminar on LGBTI Asylum
Deadline: 10 September 2017 ILGA-Europe and TGEU are inviting applicants to participate in a capacity building seminar on LGBTI asylum and a roundtable with public authorities in Brussels, from 27-28 November 2017. Through this seminar and roundtable, will help each other: become stronger … [Read more...] about ILGA-Europe/TGEU: Inviting Applicants for Capacity Building Seminar on LGBTI Asylum
OSF-SA Call for Proposals: Popularising the Africa Mining Vision (AMV) and the African Minerals Governance Framework (AMGF) in South Africa
Deadline: 11 September 2017 The Open Society Foundations (OSF), South Africa is seeking proposals for its program entitled "Popularising the Africa Mining Vision (AMV) and the African Minerals Governance Framework (AMGF) in South Africa". Objectives OSF-SA seeks a partner to conceptualise and … [Read more...] about OSF-SA Call for Proposals: Popularising the Africa Mining Vision (AMV) and the African Minerals Governance Framework (AMGF) in South Africa
IDRC’s Professional Development Award: Agriculture and Food Security!
Deadline: 28 August 2017 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is seeking applications for its "Professional Development Award: Agriculture and Food Security". The Professional Development Award (PDA) recipient (one position available) will undertake a 12-month paid program of … [Read more...] about IDRC’s Professional Development Award: Agriculture and Food Security!
Big Ideas Competition 2017: Combating Climate Change
Deadline: 7 September 2017 UN Global Pulse and the Government of the Republic of Korea have launched the third edition of the Big Ideas Competition in support of data-driven ideas to combat the effects of climate change. The competition calls for data and climate enthusiasts from ASEAN countries, … [Read more...] about Big Ideas Competition 2017: Combating Climate Change
Applications Open for ASEAN Impact Challenge 2017!
Deadline: 9 September 2017 Applicants are invited to apply for ASEAN Impact Challenge 2017 in order to discover innovators from Southeast Asia who are accelerating the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals through cross-sector partnerships and disruptive innovations. The theme of the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ASEAN Impact Challenge 2017!
The Y-HER Accelerator Program: An Open Opportunity for Passionate Female Entrepreneurs in Africa
Deadline: 22 September 2017 Are you a Female Founder that has already launched a business that is making a difference in the lives of the women and girls in your community (by improving education, health, homes or creating good jobs)? Do you want to scale their venture to impact many more people? … [Read more...] about The Y-HER Accelerator Program: An Open Opportunity for Passionate Female Entrepreneurs in Africa
Apply for Euromena Awards: Celebrating the Richness and Strength of African Innovation!
Deadline: 22 October 2017 Euromena Consulting is currently accepting applications for its Euromena Awards with an aim to discover and show the world the talents and capacity for innovation in Africa. The Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the richness and strength of African innovation. The … [Read more...] about Apply for Euromena Awards: Celebrating the Richness and Strength of African Innovation!
2017 Zambezi Prize: Raising Awareness of Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Applications are open for the 2017 Zambezi Prize in order to raise awareness of entrepreneurship and financial inclusion, encourage the flow of capital to financial inclusion ventures, and advance entrepreneurship and financial inclusion to fuel broad-based … [Read more...] about 2017 Zambezi Prize: Raising Awareness of Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion
Applications Open for Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Ambassadors Programme!
Deadline: 3 September 2017 Applicants are invited to apply for the Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Ambassadors Programme to build a targeted team of 54 young Ambassadors, one from each African country. NEF Ambassadors, who are all under 42 years, drive the NEF’s local public engagement activities while … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Ambassadors Programme!
Applications Open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age!
Deadline: 4 September 2017 Applications are open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age that will bring together senior policymakers, government administration senior officials, development partners, private sector, representatives of African youth, young … [Read more...] about Applications Open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age!
Africa Energy Prize: Tackling the African Continent’s Energy Challenges
Deadline: 1 December 2017 Seedstars & Enel has announced partnership to create the Africa Energy Prize. Partnering with Enel will give Seedstars a unique opportunity to reward tech startups striving to tackle the African continent’s energy challenges. This challenge is surmountable and the … [Read more...] about Africa Energy Prize: Tackling the African Continent’s Energy Challenges
Apply for 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge 2017
Deadline: 1 September 2017 Are you a young African between the ages of 18 and 35? Do you have a passion for youth participation in the transformation of agribusiness in Africa? If yes, then apply for the 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge. The African Agribusiness Incubators … [Read more...] about Apply for 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge 2017
The Africa Art Box Award: Supporting System for Digital Creation
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Applications are open for “The Africa Art Box Award” which is a support system for digital creation and offers award-winning artists the opportunity to realize their creative project in an international, collaborative space and surrounded by an experienced and … [Read more...] about The Africa Art Box Award: Supporting System for Digital Creation
Applications Open for 2017-18 Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program (AIYEP)!
Deadline: 24 September 2017 Applications are open for "2017-18 Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program (AIYEP)". AIYEP is a core program of the Australia-Indonesia Institute, an Australian Government body administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The program is run in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2017-18 Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program (AIYEP)!
Applications Open for Women Entrepreneur Quest 2017!
Deadline: 3 September 2017 Applications are open for "The Women Entrepreneur Quest (WEQ) 2017" which is a flagship contest of Anita Borg Institute (ABI) India for women entrepreneurs, who are founders of startups in the technology sector. WEQ is a comprehensive platform that provides networking, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Women Entrepreneur Quest 2017!
Big Ideas Competition 2017: Combating Climate Change
Deadline: 7 September 2017 UN Global Pulse and the Government of the Republic of Korea have launched the third edition of the Big Ideas Competition in support of data-driven ideas to combat the effects of climate change. The competition calls for data and climate enthusiasts from ASEAN countries, … [Read more...] about Big Ideas Competition 2017: Combating Climate Change
U.S. Embassy to Mongolia: Inviting Applicants for 2018 Fulbright Specialist Program
Deadline: 2 October 2017 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy to Mongolia is accepting applications for the 2018 Fulbright Specialist Program that promotes linkages between U.S. academics and professionals, and their counterparts at institutions abroad. The Fulbright Specialist Program … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy to Mongolia: Inviting Applicants for 2018 Fulbright Specialist Program
SIDA International Training Programme: Seeking Applications for Quality Infrastructure for Food Safety
Deadline: 19 October 2017 The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) is seeking applications for its International Training Programme, “Quality Infrastructure for Food Safety”. The Programme runs from 4 February to 2 March 2018 in Sweden. Objectives To provide … [Read more...] about SIDA International Training Programme: Seeking Applications for Quality Infrastructure for Food Safety
YIAGA Call for Applications: Campaign, Advocacy and Movement Building Workshop
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Youth Initiative for Advocacy, Growth & Advancement (YIAGA) has announced the call for applications from young people between the ages of 16 – 30 years for to attend the Campaign, Advocacy and Movement Building Workshop. YIAGA is a non-profit, non-governmental … [Read more...] about YIAGA Call for Applications: Campaign, Advocacy and Movement Building Workshop
