Deadline: 16 July 2017 Do you want to replicate a tested and proven business model to set up your own eco-inclusive enterprise? Apply for the SAG-SEED Replicator Workshops in Port Louis, Mauritius on 3 August 2017 and in Kampala, Uganda, on 3 or 4 August 2017 and kick-off your own business in just … [Read more...] about Apply for SAG-SEED Replicator Workshop in Uganda and Mauritius!
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SME Toolkit South Africa: Global Entrepreneurship Week’s Business Plan Competition for Aspiring Young Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 30 July 2017 Do you want to open your own business, but don’t know where to start? Are you struggling to get your business off the ground? Do you need guidance with developing your business plan? If yes, then apply for Business Plan Competition. The SME Toolkit is currently seeking … [Read more...] about SME Toolkit South Africa: Global Entrepreneurship Week’s Business Plan Competition for Aspiring Young Entrepreneurs
Entries Open for UNFPA Bosnia and Herzegovina Award!
Deadline: 17 November 2017 Entries are open for UNFPA Bosnia and Herzegovina Award which has been instituted to acknowledge the commendable efforts undertaken in BiH that challenge dominant social stereotypes, deconstructing prejudices against marginalized groups or for significant contribution in … [Read more...] about Entries Open for UNFPA Bosnia and Herzegovina Award!
KCDF Call for Applications: Inviting Young Kenyan Women for Wangari Maathai Scholarship Fund
Deadline: 14 July 2017 Applications are open for the Wangari Maathai Scholarship Fund that aims at developing action oriented young people with strong values and commitment to the conservation of the physical and social environment in Kenya. The fund has been established by The Rockefeller … [Read more...] about KCDF Call for Applications: Inviting Young Kenyan Women for Wangari Maathai Scholarship Fund
Online Censorship: A Global Map & Ranking of Every Country’s Internet Restrictions (Infographic)
Source: https://www.vpnmentor.com/ … [Read more...] about Online Censorship: A Global Map & Ranking of Every Country’s Internet Restrictions (Infographic)
World Bank’s #Blog4Dev: How Would You Boost #Job #Opportunities4Youth in Somalia?
Deadline: 31 July 2017 Are you a Somali citizen? Are you in between the age of 18 and 28? Are you currently living in your home country? Here is your turn to have your say! The World Bank wants to hear your ideas on how to boost job opportunities for youth in Somalia. Enter the #Blog4Dev contest, … [Read more...] about World Bank’s #Blog4Dev: How Would You Boost #Job #Opportunities4Youth in Somalia?
Future for Nature Award 2018: Stimulating a New Generation of Nature Conservation Leaders
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Future for Nature Foundation is seeking nominations for Future for Nature Award 2018 with aims to stimulate a new generation of nature conservation leaders by providing support to young, talented and ambitious conservationists committed to protecting species of wild … [Read more...] about Future for Nature Award 2018: Stimulating a New Generation of Nature Conservation Leaders
Africa Thesis Award: Promoting the Study of African Cultures and Societies
Deadline: 9 July 2017 The African Studies Centre Leiden is seeking nominations for its Africa Thesis Award that aims to encourage student research and writing on Africa and to promote the study of African cultures and societies. It is presented annually to a student whose Masters thesis has been … [Read more...] about Africa Thesis Award: Promoting the Study of African Cultures and Societies
Be A Part of The Human Rights Youth Forum 2017 in Tirana!
Deadline: 14 July 2017 The World Youth Wave, CSO, Belgrade has announced a call for applications for participation in the very first Human Rights Youth Forum 2017 (#HRYF17) to be held in Tirana, August 13th-15th 2017. This project is financed by the OSCE Mission to Serbia. #HRYF17 is organized by … [Read more...] about Be A Part of The Human Rights Youth Forum 2017 in Tirana!
Applications Open for ChangemakerXchange Summit 2017 in Philippines!
Deadline: 9 July 2017 Applications are open for the ChangemakerXchange Summit in Philippines that will take place from September 4 to 8, 2017. The ChangemakerXchange is a global collaboration platform for young social innovators. It gathers some of the world’s most exciting changemakers at impact … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ChangemakerXchange Summit 2017 in Philippines!
Applications Open for Japan Foreign Trade Council (JFTC) Essay Competition 2017!
Deadline: 8 September 2017 The Japan Foreign Trade Council (JFTC) is inviting applicants for its JFTC Essay Competition 2017 to encourage students, young researchers and business people to express their opinions on matters of national and international importance. Essay Topics What … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Japan Foreign Trade Council (JFTC) Essay Competition 2017!
Embassy of Canada in Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Honduras: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Deadline: 6 July 2017 The Embassy of Canada in Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Honduras is seeking applications for its Canada Fund for Local Initiatives that is designed to contribute to development through the financing of small-scale, short-term bi-lateral projects in countries eligible for Official … [Read more...] about Embassy of Canada in Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Honduras: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Enter Now! The #Blog4Dev Contest: How Would You Boost #Job #Opportunities4Youth in Burundi?
Deadline: 31 July 2017 If you are a Burundian citizen between the ages of 18 and 28 and are currently living in your home country, here is your turn to have your say! The World Bank wants to hear your ideas on how to boost job opportunities for youth in Burundi. Enter the #Blog4Dev contest, and you … [Read more...] about Enter Now! The #Blog4Dev Contest: How Would You Boost #Job #Opportunities4Youth in Burundi?
World Bank’s #Blog4Dev: How Would You Boost #Job #Opportunities4Youth in Malawi?
Deadline: 31 July 2017 If you are a Malawian citizen between the ages of 18 and 28, and are currently living in your home country, here is your turn to have your say! The World Bank wants to hear your ideas on how to boost job opportunities for youth in Malawi. Enter the #Blog4Dev contest, and you … [Read more...] about World Bank’s #Blog4Dev: How Would You Boost #Job #Opportunities4Youth in Malawi?
Nominations Open for 2018 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity!
Deadline: 8 September 2017 Nominations are open for the 2018 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity, a global humanitarian award granted by the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative on behalf of the survivors of the Armenian Genocide and in gratitude to their saviors. The Aurora Prize is seeking the stories … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity!
Nominations Open for International Equals in Tech Awards: Recognizing ICT Initiatives Empowering Women and Girls
Deadline: 15 September 2017 Nominations are now being accepted for international ‘Equals in Tech’ Awards recognizing ICT initiatives empowering women and girls. The awards promote and support gender equality in the ICT field. The “Equals in Tech” Awards (formerly the GEM-TECH Awards) is an annual … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for International Equals in Tech Awards: Recognizing ICT Initiatives Empowering Women and Girls
Call for Proposals: “Rising Start Up Spain” Program 2017
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The ICEX - Invest in Spain in collaboration with the public and private sector, is seeking proposals for its program "Rising Startup Spain", aimed at foreign Startups and entrepreneurs who contribute to fostering entrepreneurial activity in Spain through scalable and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: “Rising Start Up Spain” Program 2017
Council of Europe, Call for Applications: World Forum for Democracy 2017
Deadline: 11 July 2017 The Council of Europe is seeking applications for its "World Forum for Democracy 2017" that will engage with decision-makers, young people and opinion-formers to review novel initiatives and approaches which can enhance democratic practices and help parties and media, but … [Read more...] about Council of Europe, Call for Applications: World Forum for Democracy 2017
Applications Open for Trust Conference Scholarship Programme!
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The Trust Conference Scholarship, a part of the Trust Conference is now open for applications inviting all applicants working in the areas of human trafficking, slavery and human rights. Priority will be given to applicants from developing countries who demonstrate their … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Trust Conference Scholarship Programme!
Call for Applications: Yves Rocher Foundation’s Women of the Earth Award
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Are you committed to protecting the environment? Become a candidate! The Yves Rocher Foundation, under the aegis of the Institut de France (hereinafter referred to as "the Yves Rocher Foundation"), has announced a competition entitled "Women of the Earth Award" … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Yves Rocher Foundation’s Women of the Earth Award
World Bank’s #Blog4Dev: How Would You Boost #Job #Opportunities4Youth in Tanzania?
Deadline: 31 July 2017 If you are a Tanzania citizen between the ages of 18 and 28 and are currently living in your home country, here is your turn to have your say! The World Bank wants to hear your ideas on how to boost job opportunities for youth in Tanzania. Enter the #Blog4Dev contest, and you … [Read more...] about World Bank’s #Blog4Dev: How Would You Boost #Job #Opportunities4Youth in Tanzania?
Applications Open for India Biodiversity Awards 2018!
Deadline extended till 30 November 2017 Government of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in association with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) India is seeking applications for its India Biodiversity Awards 2018 in order to play an outstanding and innovative role in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for India Biodiversity Awards 2018!
2017 LCA Award: Strengthening Capacities for putting Life Cycle Thinking into Effective Practice!
Deadline: 29 June 2017 Applications are open for 2017 LCA Award. The Life Cycle Initiative has the goal to enable users around the world to put life cycle thinking into effective practice, and UN Environment serves as its secretariat. As part of the flagship activities being pursued in 2017, … [Read more...] about 2017 LCA Award: Strengthening Capacities for putting Life Cycle Thinking into Effective Practice!
Pitch Agrihack West Africa 2017: Accelerating Entrepreneurship in the field of E-Agriculture
Deadline: 9 July 2017 The ACP-EU Technical Center for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation ( CTA ), in collaboration with the African Agribusiness Incubators Network ( AAIN ), Agribusiness TV , and innovation incubation areas such as Orange Fab Côte d'Ivoire , CTIC Dakar (Senegal) Suguba (Mali), … [Read more...] about Pitch Agrihack West Africa 2017: Accelerating Entrepreneurship in the field of E-Agriculture
Apply for Newton Bhabha UK–India Industrial Waste Challenge 2017!
Deadline: 11 September 2017 Applications are open for "Newton Bhabha UK–India Industrial Waste Challenge 2017" with an aim to encourage partnerships between the UK and India. Projects should address reducing industrial waste and pollution, and improve value recovery from waste using biotechnology … [Read more...] about Apply for Newton Bhabha UK–India Industrial Waste Challenge 2017!
Apply for 8th Earth Care Awards 2017: Protecting Land and Water Resources!
Deadline: 4 August 2017 Applications are open for 8th Earth Care Awards (ECAs) 2017 to identify and foster actions across several sectors with special reference to mitigation and adaptation imperatives related to climate change. The objective is to reduce emissions, adopt approaches to protect … [Read more...] about Apply for 8th Earth Care Awards 2017: Protecting Land and Water Resources!
InnoEnergy PowerUp! Competition for Sustainable Energy Innovators
Deadline: 11 September 2017 Do you have an idea that can change the future of sustainable energy? Do you run a Sustainable Energy Business and Need a Strategic partner to help you grow? Then, PowerUp! Is for you! InnoEnergy, Europe’s largest sustainable energy accelerator, is inviting applications … [Read more...] about InnoEnergy PowerUp! Competition for Sustainable Energy Innovators
JGIC Call for Proposals: Gaza Entrepreneur Challenge Contest 2017
Deadline: 7 July 2017 The Japan Gaza Innovation Challenge is seeking proposals for its "2017 Gaza Entrepreneur Challenge (GEC) Contest" with an aim to nurture leaders for the next generation and foster reconstruction and self-reliance in Gaza through the projects to cultivate and support … [Read more...] about JGIC Call for Proposals: Gaza Entrepreneur Challenge Contest 2017
Applications Open for 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 Applications Open for The Y-HER Accelerator Program! An Open Opportunity for Passionate Female Entrepreneurs in Africa
Apply to Participate in SwitchMed Green Entrepreneurs Training Programme in Lebanon!
Deadline: 10 July 2017 Are you a green entrepreneur? Would you like to launch a green business and put a new green product or service on the market but don't know where to start? Would you like to learn how to develop a green business model that creates environmental and social value? If yes, apply … [Read more...] about Apply to Participate in SwitchMed Green Entrepreneurs Training Programme in Lebanon!
Call for Participants: 6th Asia Pacific Youth Parliament for Water
Deadline: 4 July 2017 Applicants are invited for the 6th Asia Pacific Youth Parliament for Water (APYPW) which is a gathering of youth delegates representing different countries within the Asia Pacific region. The APYPW is to bring a diversity of young voices together toward global water issues … [Read more...] about Call for Participants: 6th Asia Pacific Youth Parliament for Water
Call for Proposals: 10th UNESCO Youth Forum for Young Change-makers
Deadline: 25 June 2017 UNESCO has launched a call for proposals for young change-makers to attend the 10th UNESCO Youth Forum, entitled “Rethinking Youth Engagement with UNESCO” (25-26 October 2017, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France). The primary aim of the Forum is to build sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: 10th UNESCO Youth Forum for Young Change-makers
Japan Foundation Asia Center: Call for Applications for HANDs! Project 2017 – 2018
Deadline: 18 July 2017 If you are young professionals concerned about disaster and environmental education, then please apply for HANDs! Project 2017 – 2018!! Applications are open for HANDs! Project 2017 – 2018 which is a human resource development program sponsored by the Japan Foundation Asia … [Read more...] about Japan Foundation Asia Center: Call for Applications for HANDs! Project 2017 – 2018
Applications Open for World Bank Group’s Young Professionals Program (YPP)!
Deadline: 28 July 2017 The World Bank is currently inviting applicants for its Young Professionals Program (YPP) with an aim to provide opportunity for younger talent who have both a passion for international development and the leadership potential to grow in fascinating top technical and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for World Bank Group’s Young Professionals Program (YPP)!
Apply to be a Part of Telenor Youth Forum 2017!
Deadline: Various In partnership with the Nobel Peace Center, the Telenor Youth Forum is a global platform that is built upon the idea of “digitalization for peace”. It provides young leaders from around the world with an arena to come together and tackle global, social challenges. The journey … [Read more...] about Apply to be a Part of Telenor Youth Forum 2017!
Apply for ICRC International Humanitarian Coverage Award!
Deadline: 10 August 2017 The International Committee of The Red Cross (ICCRC) is seeking applications for its "International Humanitarian Coverage Award" to recognize the work of Brazilian journalists and media outlets covering humanitarian issues. Humanitarian issues in armed conflict should be … [Read more...] about Apply for ICRC International Humanitarian Coverage Award!
Business and Arts South Africa: Seeking Nominations for BASA Awards
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Business and Arts South Africa is seeking nominations for its BASA Awards that is jointly sponsored by Hollard & Business Day. It is the only awards ceremony that acknowledges business support of and partnerships in the arts in South Africa. The BASA Awards recognise … [Read more...] about Business and Arts South Africa: Seeking Nominations for BASA Awards
Nokia Open Innovation Challenge 2017: Enabling a Smart, Safe and Sustainable World
Deadline: 20 September 2017 If your product or technology is targeting markets in transportation, smart cities, safety and security, and connected industries, or if your solution enables a smart, safe and sustainable world, then apply for Nokia Open Innovation Challenge! The Nokia Open … [Read more...] about Nokia Open Innovation Challenge 2017: Enabling a Smart, Safe and Sustainable World
UNV India: Inviting Applications for “Youth Adda 2017”
Deadline: 2 July 2017 Grab this opportunity to get your voice heard. Join the contest and express your brilliant ideas on "how to reduce inequalities"! United Nations Volunteers (UNV) India is inviting applicants for its "Youth Adda 2017", which will be hosting in July 2017 in close partnership … [Read more...] about UNV India: Inviting Applications for “Youth Adda 2017”
OutRight Action International: Inviting LGBTIQ Activists for Advocacy Week 2017 in New York
Deadline: 7 July 2017 OutRight Action International is seeking applications from international activists for their annual week of advocacy, which runs from December 1-10, 2017 in New York City. Every December, OutRight hosts LGBTIQ activists from around the world in New York for a week of high … [Read more...] about OutRight Action International: Inviting LGBTIQ Activists for Advocacy Week 2017 in New York
Wiki Loves Earth Photo Contest: Submit Photos of Indian Natural Heritage Sites and Win Exciting Prizes!
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Entries are being accepted for Wiki Loves Earth Photo Contest in India, an international photographic competition to promote natural heritage sites around the world through Wikimedia projects (mainly Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons). There are a lot of natural heritage sites … [Read more...] about Wiki Loves Earth Photo Contest: Submit Photos of Indian Natural Heritage Sites and Win Exciting Prizes!
Nominations Open for Emirates Appreciation Award for the Environment!
Deadline: 1 August 2017 Emirates Appreciation Award for the Environment seeks application to recognize and honor individual, institutional and corporate initiatives and practices that promote the values of sustainable living in the UAE and contribute to the implementation of the UAE Green … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Emirates Appreciation Award for the Environment!
Applications Open for UN Youth Delegate Programme for Ireland 2017–2018!
Deadline: 27 June 2017 The National Youth Council of Ireland, together with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade are seeking applications for its United Nations Youth Delegate Programme for Ireland 2017- 2018 with an aim to support young people to be agents of change, where they are … [Read more...] about Applications Open for UN Youth Delegate Programme for Ireland 2017–2018!
Applications Open for Botnar Child Road Safety Challenge!
Deadline: 4 August 2017 Fondation Botnar together with the Global Road Safety Partnership is seeking proposals from consortiums representing partners from government, civil society and the private sector for its Botnar Child Road Safety Challenge to build on growing global recognition of population … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Botnar Child Road Safety Challenge!
TechCrunch Battlefield Africa 2017: Calling all Startups in Sub-Saharan Africa
Deadline: 14 July 2017 TechCrunch is hosting its first startup competition in Sub-Saharan Africa entitled "TechCrunch Battlefield Africa 2017". The competition is looking for best innovators, makers and technical entrepreneurs in Sub-Saharan Africa. TechCrunch will host the event in Nairobi in … [Read more...] about TechCrunch Battlefield Africa 2017: Calling all Startups in Sub-Saharan Africa
SIDA Call for Applications: MENA Quality Infrastructure for Food Safety Programme
Deadline: 29 June 2017 The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) is seeking applications for its International Training Programme, “MENA Quality Infrastructure for Food Safety”. The Programme runs from 5 November to 1 December 2017 in Sweden. Objectives To provide … [Read more...] about SIDA Call for Applications: MENA Quality Infrastructure for Food Safety Programme
Apply to Participate in the MozFest 2017! Inviting Participants Worldwide
Deadline: 1 August 2017 The MozFest 2017 is currently seeking session proposals from interested applicants from around the world. MozFest sessions cover a wide range of topics, but share two important qualities: they are interactive and inclusive. The MozFest is the annual celebration of the … [Read more...] about Apply to Participate in the MozFest 2017! Inviting Participants Worldwide
Applications Open for SEARCA Graduate Scholarship for Southeast Asians!
Deadline: 31 July 2018 The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) is currently accepting applications for its Graduate Scholarship (MS and PhD) in agriculture and related fields for Academic Year 2018-2019. Focus Areas Social Inclusion … [Read more...] about Applications Open for SEARCA Graduate Scholarship for Southeast Asians!
Nominations Open for Human Rights Awards 2017 for Australian Citizens!
Deadline: 14 August 2017 Nominations are open for Human Rights Awards 2017 for Australian citizens in order to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary contributions of individuals, organisations and businesses to the field of human rights each year. The award seeks nominations for people, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Human Rights Awards 2017 for Australian Citizens!
Nominations Open for Fraser MacDougall Award for Best New Canadian Voice in Human Rights!
Deadline: 15 July 2017 Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) and the National NewsMedia Council of Canada have jointly announced a brand-new award the Fraser MacDougall Award for Best New Canadian Voice in Human Rights Reporting, recognizing the best new Canadian voice working on human rights … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Fraser MacDougall Award for Best New Canadian Voice in Human Rights!
