Deadline: 10 July 2016 The African Studies Centre Leiden (ASCL) is currently inviting applications for its Africa Thesis Award with an aim 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 … [Read more...] about Africa Thesis Award: A Chance to Win € 500
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Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early-Career Women Scientists in the Developing World
Deadline: 1 September 2016 The Elsevier Foundation, TWAS and OWSD are seeking nominations to reward and encourage women working and living in developing countries in the early stages of their scientific careers. A total of five Awards are given annually to five women scientists at relatively early … [Read more...] about Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early-Career Women Scientists in the Developing World
Next Generation of Science Journalists Award 2016: Inviting Young Journalists Worldwide
Deadline: 14 July 2016 The World Health Summit is inviting young professionals for its Next Generation of Science Journalists Award 2016 with an aim to support the recognition of emerging young medical science journalists and their contribution towards public understanding of … [Read more...] about Next Generation of Science Journalists Award 2016: Inviting Young Journalists Worldwide
Open Grant Opportunities benefiting Refugees Worldwide – #WithRefugees
Recently, the World Refugee Day (June 20) was marked by the UN to highlight the challenges and difficulties faced by displaced families around the world. The #WithRefugees petition was launched by the UN to send a message to governments that they must work together and do their fair share for … [Read more...] about Open Grant Opportunities benefiting Refugees Worldwide – #WithRefugees
UNESCO’s King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize: Innovative use of ICTs for Disadvantaged Groups
Deadline Extended till 17 October 2016 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is inviting nominations for the 2016 edition of the UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Education … [Read more...] about UNESCO’s King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize: Innovative use of ICTs for Disadvantaged Groups
Project on Middle East Political Science: Refugees and migration movements in the Middle East
Deadline: 1 August 2016 Project on Middle East Political Science (POMEPS) is currently seeking proposals for a workshop to be held February 3, 2017 on the University of Southern California campus in Los Angeles that will look more deeply into the causes, nature and implications of refugee as … [Read more...] about Project on Middle East Political Science: Refugees and migration movements in the Middle East
2016 EESC Civil Society Prize: Rewarding Initiatives Aimed at Improving Migrants’ Lives
Deadline: 9 September 2016 The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) is currently inviting applications for EESC Civil Society Prize 2016, in order to reward initiatives carried out by civil society organisations and/or individuals and aimed at improving migrants' lives and fostering their … [Read more...] about 2016 EESC Civil Society Prize: Rewarding Initiatives Aimed at Improving Migrants’ Lives
Apply for Postgraduate Degree Funding for International & Refugee Scholarships
Deadline: 31 July 2016 The University of Cape Town invites applications for its Postgraduate Degree Funding for International & Refugee Scholarships, available to graduates who are not South African citizens. These are awarded on a competitive basis and preference is given to senior … [Read more...] about Apply for Postgraduate Degree Funding for International & Refugee Scholarships
USAID Guatemala: Inviting Applications for Community Roots Project
Deadline: 11 July 2016 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement from qualified U.S. and Non-U.S. organizations to fund a program entitled “Community Roots Project". Objectives The Community Roots Project has three … [Read more...] about USAID Guatemala: Inviting Applications for Community Roots Project
Ockenden Prizes for Projects on Refugees and Internally Displaced People: Apply and win up to $US100,000
Deadline: 31 August 2016 Ockenden International has announced its fifth annual prize for projects and programmes in developing independence for refugees and internally displaced people, anywhere in the world. The cash prizes recognize and reward innovative work that can be shown to promote … [Read more...] about Ockenden Prizes for Projects on Refugees and Internally Displaced People: Apply and win up to $US100,000
AGFUND Call for Nominations: Empowerment and Social Integration of Refugees and Internally Displaced people
Deadline: 30 June 2016 The Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) has announced International Prize in the field of “Empowerment and Social Integration of Refugees and Internally Displaced people”. Prize Objectives AGFUND Prize aims to: Support the distinguished efforts aiming at the … [Read more...] about AGFUND Call for Nominations: Empowerment and Social Integration of Refugees and Internally Displaced people
Anne Frank Fonds: Seeking Projects to Build Peace Around the World
Deadline: Ongoing The Anne Frank Fonds invites eligible organizations for funding projects intended to maintain and build peace between people worldwide. The Fonds aims to contribute to better understanding between religions, to serve the cause of peace between people, and to encourage … [Read more...] about Anne Frank Fonds: Seeking Projects to Build Peace Around the World
IIE University Scholarship Opportunity for Syrian Refugees: From Camps to Campus
Deadline: 25 June 2016 The Institute of International Education (IIE) is currently accepting applications from Syrian youth, both women and men, for a small number of scholarships to Syrian refugee youth for undergraduate university studies at public universities in Jordan. The successful … [Read more...] about IIE University Scholarship Opportunity for Syrian Refugees: From Camps to Campus
DAAD Call for Applications: Integration of Refugees into Studies
Deadline: 30 June 2016 The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) invites applicants for its Refugee program. The program aims to quickly prepare studierfähige refugees to study in Germany and in the location of the university and the university integrate. Program Structure Through the … [Read more...] about DAAD Call for Applications: Integration of Refugees into Studies
Applications are Open for 2016 3Rs Science Prize
Deadline: 23 September 2016 The European Partnership for Alternative Approaches to Animal Testing (EPAA) is currently accepting applicants for its 2016 3Rs Science Prize with an aim to promote such positive contributions from industry or academia and to encourage more scientists in the future to … [Read more...] about Applications are Open for 2016 3Rs Science Prize
Voting Open for the Best Climate Practices 2016 Contest!
Voting Deadline: 18 July 2016 The 2016 Best Climate Practices contest on “Expanding access to climate financing” has entered in to its voting stage. The winning practice of Contest will be determined by a combination of both online voting results and the assessment by the international Expert … [Read more...] about Voting Open for the Best Climate Practices 2016 Contest!
The World Bank: Awarding Scholarship to Female Entrepreneurs in Nigeria
Deadline: 31 July 2016 The World Bank is inviting female entrepreneurs in Nigeria to award them with a scholarship to learn at the Enterprise Development Centre. The Enterprise Development Centre, Pan- Atlantic University in collaboration with The World Bank will Provide practical Business … [Read more...] about The World Bank: Awarding Scholarship to Female Entrepreneurs in Nigeria
University of Delaware Horn Program in Entrepreneurship: Apply for the Diamond Challenge
Deadline: 15 July 2016 The University of Delaware Horn Program in Entrepreneurship is currently inviting applications for its Youth Entrepreneurship Education Program & Competition entitled "Diamond Challenge" with an aim to provide high school students from around the world with an opportunity … [Read more...] about University of Delaware Horn Program in Entrepreneurship: Apply for the Diamond Challenge
Applications Open for TCRA’s ICT Scholarship 2016/17
Deadline: 11 July 2016 The Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) is currently inviting applications form highly qualified graduate and undergraduate students for its ICT Scholarship 2016/17 with an aim to offer Tanzania students the opportunity to obtain degrees in the Information … [Read more...] about Applications Open for TCRA’s ICT Scholarship 2016/17
Applications Open for STEM Prize 2016: Opportunity for Youth to Win up to 1,500,000 FCFA
Deadline: 31 July 2016 The Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is seeking applicants for its STEM Prize 2016 in order to raise awareness on the importance of STEM to an economy and encourage more youths. The STEM Prize was established to encourage young Cameroonians and Africans, especially … [Read more...] about Applications Open for STEM Prize 2016: Opportunity for Youth to Win up to 1,500,000 FCFA
Nominations Open for UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize! Innovative Use of ICTs for Disadvantaged Groups
Deadline Extended till 17 October 2016 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is calling for candidatures for the 2016 edition of the UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Education Prize … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize! Innovative Use of ICTs for Disadvantaged Groups
NRF – TWAS Scholarship Programmes: Supporting Doctoral Scholars from Africa and Developing Countries
Deadline: 29 June 2016 The National Research Foundation (NRF) and the Department of Science and Technology (DST), in partnership with The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) is currently inviting applications for its NRF - TWAS Doctoral Scholarship and the NRF - TWAS African Renaissance Doctoral … [Read more...] about NRF – TWAS Scholarship Programmes: Supporting Doctoral Scholars from Africa and Developing Countries
INDIGO Young Scientist Competition 2016: Seeking Young Researchers from India & EU
Deadline: 1 July 2016 The Indigo Young Scientist Competition is inviting young researchers from India and Europe in order to provide them a podium to promote their research projects and ideas for cooperation (between India and Europe). The competition is open for all India and EU based PhD … [Read more...] about INDIGO Young Scientist Competition 2016: Seeking Young Researchers from India & EU
Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs: Supporting Small Business Network of the Americas Partnership Program!
Deadline: 30 June 2016 The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) is seeking applications from organisations to support the Small Business Network of the Americas (SBNA) Partnership Program. The desired impact of the SBNA Partnership Program is to help small … [Read more...] about Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs: Supporting Small Business Network of the Americas Partnership Program!
OESE/OSERS Comprehensive Centers Program: Improving Literacy for Students with Disabilities
Deadline: 25 July 2016 The Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE) and the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) is currently inviting applications for its Comprehensive Centers Program with an aim to establish a comprehensive center on students at risk of not … [Read more...] about OESE/OSERS Comprehensive Centers Program: Improving Literacy for Students with Disabilities
Applications Open for ESD Okayama Award 2016!
Deadline: 29 July 2016 Applications are open for the Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Okayama Award 2016 with an aim to showcase good practices worldwide and to further advance ESD. Project integrates environmental, social, and economic dimensions of ESD. The award conducted by Okayama … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ESD Okayama Award 2016!
NRF: Freestanding, Innovation and Scarce Skills Development Masters and Doctoral Scholarships 2017
Deadline: 29 July 2016 The Department of Science and Technology (DST), Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the National Research Foundation (NRF) is currently inviting applications for its Scholarships 2017 in the following categories: Free-standing, Innovation, and Scarce Skills … [Read more...] about NRF: Freestanding, Innovation and Scarce Skills Development Masters and Doctoral Scholarships 2017
Applications Open for 2016 seif Awards for Social Entrepreneurship!
Deadline: 30 June 2016 Applications are open for the 2016 Social Entrepreneurship Impact & Finance (seif) Awards that support innovative business ideas that address social and environmental problems. The seif Awards represent the largest business plan competition in German speaking Europe. The … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2016 seif Awards for Social Entrepreneurship!
Bureau of INL Enforcement Affairs: Mexico Correctional Training Capacity Enhancement Program
Deadline: 20 June 2016 The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is seeking applications from eligible organisations for a program entitled "Mexico Correctional Training Capacity Enhancement ". The primary aim of the INL Mexico program is to support the GOM in … [Read more...] about Bureau of INL Enforcement Affairs: Mexico Correctional Training Capacity Enhancement Program
Bureau of OES: Cleaner Production and Private Sector Partnerships
Deadline: 18 July 2016 The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) is seeking applications from eligible organisations for a program entitled “Cleaner Production and Private Sector Partnerships”. The goal of this program is to promote MSMEs’ adoption of … [Read more...] about Bureau of OES: Cleaner Production and Private Sector Partnerships
Wildlife Acoustics Scientific Product Grant: Supporting Efforts in Conservation and Environmental Stewardship
Deadline: 15 November 2016 Wildlife Acoustics is currently inviting applications for its Wildlife Acoustics Scientific Product Grant 2016 to support efforts in conservation and environmental stewardship. The programme enables those involved in animal biology, research and conservation to do their … [Read more...] about Wildlife Acoustics Scientific Product Grant: Supporting Efforts in Conservation and Environmental Stewardship
Energy and Environment Partnership Programme: Improving Climate Resilience & Livelihoods in Rural Communities
Deadline: 12 August 2016 The Energy and Environment Partnership Programme with the Mekong Region (EEP Mekong) is seeking applications for projects on Clean Energy application with an aim to improve livelihoods and climate resilience in rural communities and semi-urban areas. The objective of the … [Read more...] about Energy and Environment Partnership Programme: Improving Climate Resilience & Livelihoods in Rural Communities
UN-DESA: Improving Energy for Sustainable Transport & Environmental Sustainability
Deadline: 15 July 2016 The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN-DESA) has announced a call for applications for its 2016 UN-DESA Grant on Energy for Sustainable Development with an objective to promote leadership and innovative practices in meeting the global energy … [Read more...] about UN-DESA: Improving Energy for Sustainable Transport & Environmental Sustainability
The Fonds SUEZ Environment Initiatives: Supporting Humanitarian and Emergency Operations
Deadline: 31 October 2016 Applicants are invited for The Fonds SUEZ Environment Initiatives that provide direct or indirect financial support and/or technical skills, via skills-based sponsorship and volunteer work by Group personnel. The Fonds SUEZ initiatives support projects for the development … [Read more...] about The Fonds SUEZ Environment Initiatives: Supporting Humanitarian and Emergency Operations
Entries Open for Global Youth Video Competition on Climate Change!
Deadline: 1 August 2016 Are you aged between 18 to 30? Do you have any inspiring actions? If yes, then think about a project or campaign you are involved in to combat climate change, an action which convinced your parents, school or college to take climate action, a lobbying of your elected members … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Global Youth Video Competition on Climate Change!
Nagao Natural Environment Foundation Research Grants 2016: Supporting Academic & Scientific Research
Deadline: 17 October 2016 The Nagao Natural Environment Foundation (NEF) is currently inviting applications from Asia- Pacific researchers for its Research Grant Programme. The programme supports academic and scientific research that will deepen knowledge of the nature conservation in developing … [Read more...] about Nagao Natural Environment Foundation Research Grants 2016: Supporting Academic & Scientific Research
Joke Waller-Hunter Initiative: Inviting Young People in Environmental Sector from Developing Countries!
Deadline: 1 September 2016 The Joke Waller-Hunter (JWH) Initiative is currently inviting young people in the environmental sector from developing countries, to stimulate their leadership in environmental Civil Society Organizations in order to secure dedicated, knowledgeable and skillful leaders … [Read more...] about Joke Waller-Hunter Initiative: Inviting Young People in Environmental Sector from Developing Countries!
Submit Your Innovative Idea for Sustainable Entrepreneurship Award 2016!
Deadline: 31 August 2016 Do you have a businesses, projects, ideas who have recognized a social problem? If yes, then apply for the Sustainable Entrepreneurship Award 2016. Applications are open for the Sustainable Entrepreneurship Award (SEA) 2016 with an aim to support entrepreneurs who have … [Read more...] about Submit Your Innovative Idea for Sustainable Entrepreneurship Award 2016!
Patagonia Environmental Grants & Support Programme: Supporting Small, Grassroots, Activist Organizations
Deadline: 31 August 2016 The Patagonia is seeking applications for its Environmental Grants and Support Programme with an aim to identify and work on the root causes of problems and that approach issues with a commitment to long-term change. Patagonia funds only environmental work. Patagonia … [Read more...] about Patagonia Environmental Grants & Support Programme: Supporting Small, Grassroots, Activist Organizations
Apply for 2017 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement: A Chance to Win $200,000!
Deadline: 16 September 2016 Nominations are open for the 2017 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement. The John and Alice Tyler Prize are awarded for environmental science, health and energy conferring great benefit upon humanity. Areas of Interest Prizes are awarded for any one of the … [Read more...] about Apply for 2017 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement: A Chance to Win $200,000!
World Environment Day (5th June): Open Grant Opportunities on Environment Conservation
The World Environment Day is celebrated each year on 5th June in order to inspire more people than ever before to take action to prevent the growing strain on planet Earth’s natural systems from reaching the breaking point. The theme for the World Environment Day 2016 is "Zero tolerance for the … [Read more...] about World Environment Day (5th June): Open Grant Opportunities on Environment Conservation
Apply for Volvo Environment Prize 2017: Promoting Scientific Research & Innovations!
Deadline: 10 January 2017 The Volvo Environment Prize Foundation is currently inviting applications from individuals and organizations to submit nominations for the Volvo Environment Prize 2017 with an aim to promote scientific research and innovations that in broad terms fall within the … [Read more...] about Apply for Volvo Environment Prize 2017: Promoting Scientific Research & Innovations!
Call for Research Proposals on Energy Environment and Development in Latin America!
Deadline: 30 June 2016 CAF Development Bank of Latin America is currently inviting applications from community of academics and experts for its Research Proposals on Energy Environment and Development with an aim to analyze the role of energy as a sustainable development factor. Themes … [Read more...] about Call for Research Proposals on Energy Environment and Development in Latin America!
Applications Open for Future For Nature Awards 2017!
Deadline: 15 September 2016 Applications are open for the Future For Nature Awards 2017 with an aim to support young, talented and ambitious conservationists committed to protecting species of wild animals and plants or conservation of nature. The Award aims to provide both a reward for … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Future For Nature Awards 2017!
Lawrence Foundation’s Grant Programme 2016: Supporting Environment & Education
Deadline: 1 November 2016 The Lawrence Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Grant Programme 2016 with an aim to support environmental, human services and other causes. The Lawrence Foundation is a private family foundation focused on making grants to support environmental, … [Read more...] about Lawrence Foundation’s Grant Programme 2016: Supporting Environment & Education
MGAEF’s Environmental Curricula Grants: Inviting Organizations & Schools Worldwide
Deadline: 12 August 2016 The Melinda Gray Ardia Environmental Foundation (MGAEF) is currently inviting proposals from organizations and schools across the globe for its Environmental Curricula grants in order to contribute the development, implementation and/or field testing of environmental … [Read more...] about MGAEF’s Environmental Curricula Grants: Inviting Organizations & Schools Worldwide
L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards: Inviting Eminent Women from around the World
Deadline: 20 June 2016 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards invites women scientists from all over the world, to get recognized for their contributions to the advancement of science, in Life or Physical Sciences in alternating years. The 2017 edition of the Awards will … [Read more...] about L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards: Inviting Eminent Women from around the World
Environment and Climate Change Fund: Rwanda
The Environment and Climate Change Fund aims to contribute to sustainable wealth creation and poverty reduction in Rwanda, through sustainable management of natural resources, climate resilient and green economic growth. The fund has a particular interest in line ministries and districts, … [Read more...] about Environment and Climate Change Fund: Rwanda
The Girls’ Education Challenge: Improving Lives of Girls through Education
The Girls' Education Challenge is helping up to a million of the world’s poorest girls improve their lives through education. It supports projects that are able to demonstrate new and effective ways to expand education opportunities to marginalised girls. Funding Categories Strategic … [Read more...] about The Girls’ Education Challenge: Improving Lives of Girls through Education
The Commonwealth Local Government Good Practice Scheme
The Commonwealth Local Government Good Practice Scheme (CLGF) works to promote and strengthen effective democratic local government throughout the Commonwealth and to facilitate the exchange of good practice in local government structures and services. As a Commonwealth organisation, CLGF draws on … [Read more...] about The Commonwealth Local Government Good Practice Scheme
