Deadline: 31-May-2026 UNESCO and vivo have launched the Capture the Future initiative, inviting young people aged 18–35 to share visual stories about human-nature relationships in UNESCO biosphere reserves. Participants can submit photography or short videos that document local … [Read more...] about Capture the Future: Global Youth Storytelling Initiative for People and Nature
Events, Training Programs, Workshops and Conferences
View the latest Events, Training Programs, Workshops and Conferences for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Submissions Open: International Videominute Contest 2026
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Universidad de Zaragoza, in collaboration with Cinemaremagnum Servicios Audiovisuales, invites submissions for the XXV International Videominute Contest. The competition encourages creative short audiovisual works under one minute and awards prizes for the best … [Read more...] about Submissions Open: International Videominute Contest 2026
Call for Submissions: Talent Latent Photography Programme 2026
Deadline: 12-Apr-2026 The SCAN international photography festival, organised by Tarragona City Council, invites submissions for the Talent Latent program. Emerging photographers worldwide are encouraged to explore the theme Metamorphosis, creating projects that reflect personal, societal, and … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Talent Latent Photography Programme 2026
Falling Walls Lab 2026: Pitch Your Breakthrough Research (Portugal)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 Falling Walls Lab invites students and early-career professionals to pitch innovative research ideas in just three minutes, highlighting breakthroughs with potential impact on science and society. The program provides a platform for networking, collaboration, and international … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab 2026: Pitch Your Breakthrough Research (Portugal)
Falling Walls Lab Empowers Innovators in Madrid (Spain)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 Falling Walls Lab Madrid invites students and early-career professionals to pitch breakthrough ideas in just three minutes, focusing on scientific innovation and societal impact. Participants gain a platform to showcase research, connect with experts, and … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab Empowers Innovators in Madrid (Spain)
Falling Walls Lab Sendai 2026: Pitch Your Breakthrough Idea (Japan)
Deadline: 26-May-2026 Falling Walls Lab Sendai provides students and early-career professionals an exceptional platform to pitch innovative ideas that can transform science and society. Participants present their research in three minutes, focusing on breakthroughs in knowledge, technology, and … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab Sendai 2026: Pitch Your Breakthrough Idea (Japan)
Apply Now: “Time to Act, Ukraine!” Competition for Social Initiatives
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The “Time to Act, Ukraine!” competition provides educational and grant support for initiatives that strengthen Ukrainian communities. Selected projects can receive up to 500,000 UAH to improve veteran reintegration, community development, inclusion, energy security, and … [Read more...] about Apply Now: “Time to Act, Ukraine!” Competition for Social Initiatives
ScaleUp Youth Website Competition for Ukrainian NGOs
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The ScaleUp Youth program, launched by the Agency for the Development and Sustainability of Democracy (ARSD) in partnership with Onepage, empowers youth organizations to establish a professional online presence. Selected NGOs receive turnkey websites, expert guidance, and … [Read more...] about ScaleUp Youth Website Competition for Ukrainian NGOs
Open Call: McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program is a free professional development program designed for early-career professionals, job changers, and future workers across Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. It helps participants build practical workplace skills in problem-solving, … [Read more...] about Open Call: McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program
CFAs: McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program equips early-career professionals and job changers with practical skills for the future of work, including problem-solving, digital literacy, AI awareness, communication, adaptability, and professional relationship building. The … [Read more...] about CFAs: McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program
McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program equips career starters and job changers in the Middle East and Pakistan with practical skills for the future of work. Participants gain training in problem-solving, communication, digital and AI-enabled solutions, adaptability, and … [Read more...] about McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program
Applications open for Mediterranean Youth in Audiovisual Field
Deadline: 18-Mar-2026 The MED-Y.C.I Programme invites 200 young people (ages 18–30) from select Mediterranean regions to participate in a fully funded learning programme focused on audiovisual storytelling, digital creativity, and civic engagement. The initiative combines workshops, peer exchange, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Mediterranean Youth in Audiovisual Field
Call for Proposals: SEAOHUN Regional Student Competition 2026
Deadline: 03-Apr-2026 The SEAOHUN One Health Campus-to-Community (OH-C2C) Challenge invites multidisciplinary student teams in Southeast Asia and South Asia to design and implement community-based projects tackling zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance, environmental health, and sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: SEAOHUN Regional Student Competition 2026
Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Thuwal (Saudi Arabia)
Deadline: 27-Aug-2026 Falling Walls Lab invites students and early-career professionals in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, to present groundbreaking ideas in a three-minute pitch. The program targets innovations that address global challenges, encouraging interdisciplinary, scientific, social, … [Read more...] about Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Thuwal (Saudi Arabia)
Apply Now: Professor Martin Warnke Residency Program
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Goethe-Institut’s Professor Martin Warnke Residency Program offers scholars working on doctoral theses or holding doctoral degrees a four-week research residency at the Museo del Prado in Madrid. The program provides workspace, library and archive access, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Professor Martin Warnke Residency Program
U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation in Moldova
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The U.S. Embassy in Moldova invites applications for the Freedom 250 AFCP Grants Program, providing $25,000–$250,000 to support international cultural heritage preservation projects. The program emphasizes U.S.-foreign collaboration, technical exchange, and preservation of … [Read more...] about U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation in Moldova
Media Blend Hackathon #StoryHack2026: Innovating Sustainable Journalism
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026 The Media Blend Hackathon #StoryHack2026 invites media professionals to develop sustainable storytelling formats and business models for modern journalism. The event addresses challenges like revenue instability and audience retention, offering hands-on innovation, mentorship, … [Read more...] about Media Blend Hackathon #StoryHack2026: Innovating Sustainable Journalism
Entries open for “Wiki Loves Folklore” Global Media Contest
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Wikimedia Commons Wiki Loves Folklore Global Media Contest invites contributors worldwide to document folk culture through photographs, audio, and video. Prizes range from $50 to $500 across multiple categories, with submissions due by 31 March 2026 under free … [Read more...] about Entries open for “Wiki Loves Folklore” Global Media Contest
Gasworks Residency Open Call for Early-Career Visual Artists (Algeria)
Deadline: 27-Apr-2026 Early-career contemporary visual artists based in Algeria can apply for an eleven-week fully funded residency at Gasworks in London from 30 September to 15 December 2026. The programme provides studio space, accommodation, living stipend, travel support, materials budget, and … [Read more...] about Gasworks Residency Open Call for Early-Career Visual Artists (Algeria)
Applications open for McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program is a free online learning initiative designed to help early-career professionals and job changers build essential skills for the future of work. The program runs for 10 weeks with about two hours of learning per week and focuses on … [Read more...] about Applications open for McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program
Design a Logo for Viksit Bharat – G RAM G Act 2025 (India)
Deadline: 20-Mar-2026 The Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, is inviting Indian citizens to submit logo designs for the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025. The competition promotes rural employment, livelihood enhancement, and … [Read more...] about Design a Logo for Viksit Bharat – G RAM G Act 2025 (India)
Space Innovation Competition for Startups and Entrepreneurs (Czech Republic)
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The ESA BIC Liftoff Challenge 2026 invites innovators and teams to submit business projects with meaningful links to space technologies. Participants can win financial awards totaling CZK 150,000, gain mentorship, and present ideas to investors. The competition is open to … [Read more...] about Space Innovation Competition for Startups and Entrepreneurs (Czech Republic)
CFAs: McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program (Türkiye and Azerbaijan)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program provides a 10-week structured learning journey for early-career professionals and career changers in Türkiye and Azerbaijan. Participants develop skills in structured thinking, communication, digital literacy, AI tools, emotional … [Read more...] about CFAs: McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program (Türkiye and Azerbaijan)
Apply for McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program (United States)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program equips early-career professionals and job changers with practical skills for the modern workplace. Over ten weeks, participants engage in interactive digital courses, virtual events, assignments, and reflection exercises to develop … [Read more...] about Apply for McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program (United States)
RFAs: McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program in Africa
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program provides a 10-week interactive learning journey for career starters and job changers in Africa. Participants gain practical skills in problem-solving, communication, digital and AI tool usage, adaptability, collaboration, and emotional … [Read more...] about RFAs: McKinsey.org Forward Learning Program in Africa
Entries open for Beauty Tech Hackathon (India)
Deadline: 26-Mar-2026 The Beauty Tech Hackathon 2026, presented by StartupTN in collaboration with Naturals Salon, invites innovators to reimagine beauty and salon services through AI, automation, personalization, and sustainability. Participants gain mentorship, pilot implementation opportunities, … [Read more...] about Entries open for Beauty Tech Hackathon (India)
Beyond Print Digital Transformation Program for Media Houses
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The taz Panter Foundation invites South and Southeast Asian print media organizations to join a comprehensive Digital Transformation Workshop. The program provides coaching, seminars, and international exchange to help newspapers adopt digital workflows, AI … [Read more...] about Beyond Print Digital Transformation Program for Media Houses
Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition for Start-Ups (Ireland and UK)
Deadline: 24-Apr-2026 The InterTradeIreland Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition supports early-stage start-ups across Ireland and Northern Ireland to strengthen their investment readiness while competing for a total prize fund of €800,000. The programme offers expert guidance, … [Read more...] about Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition for Start-Ups (Ireland and UK)
Open Call: Residency for Artists Based in India
Deadline: 13-Apr-2026 The Delfina Foundation invites contemporary visual artists from India to apply for its Winter 2027 residency in London. Running from 5 January to 28 March 2027, the programme offers professional development, studio time, cultural engagement, and financial support, including … [Read more...] about Open Call: Residency for Artists Based in India
Apply Now: New Zealand Sports Leaders India Delegation Program
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Asia New Zealand Foundation invites six emerging and established sports leaders to participate in a professional delegation to Mumbai and Ahmedabad, India. The programme provides on-the-ground exposure to India’s sports industry, networking opportunities, cultural … [Read more...] about Apply Now: New Zealand Sports Leaders India Delegation Program
ELIDZ Corporate Social Investment Programme (South Africa)
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026 The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) CSI program delivers impactful, procurement-based support to non-profits and cooperatives in the Eastern Cape. Focused on education, skills, enterprise, social development, and youth empowerment, the initiative strengthens … [Read more...] about ELIDZ Corporate Social Investment Programme (South Africa)
Call for Applications: Three Dot Dash Program
Deadline: 19-Mar-2026 The Three Dot Dash Program empowers teenagers leading environmental and community-driven sustainability projects to become Global Teen Leaders. Participants join a year-long leadership development journey, including the 2026 Just Peace Summit in London, mentorship, virtual … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Three Dot Dash Program
Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Berlin – Adlershof (Germany)
Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 Falling Walls Lab Berlin – Adlershof invites students and early-career professionals to present innovative ideas that can impact science and society. Participants have three minutes to showcase their research or innovation to a distinguished jury, demonstrating which “wall” … [Read more...] about Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Berlin – Adlershof (Germany)
Call for Applications: Best Tourism Villages Initiative 2026
Deadline: 09-Jun-2026 The Best Tourism Villages Program promotes sustainable rural tourism by recognizing villages that excel in cultural and natural heritage protection, governance, infrastructure, and community wellbeing. Eligible villages are nominated by UN Tourism Member States, evaluated … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Best Tourism Villages Initiative 2026
Apply for Tailored Short-Term Individual Stay Program
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026 The French Ministry of Culture invites applications for its Tailored Short-Term Individual Stay Program, designed to support foreign cultural professionals in networking and developing collaborative projects with French institutions. Selected participants receive … [Read more...] about Apply for Tailored Short-Term Individual Stay Program
Coolest Projects Event to Celebrate Young Digital Creators in Georgia (US)
Deadline: 17-Apr-2026 Coolest Projects USA Georgia 2026 invites young digital creators aged 18 or under to showcase technology-based projects in coding, computing, or digital making. The event on May 2, 2026, at Pittsburgh Yards, Atlanta, offers hands-on activities, project presentations, … [Read more...] about Coolest Projects Event to Celebrate Young Digital Creators in Georgia (US)
Coolest Projects Call for Young Digital Creators in Minnesota (US)
Deadline: 27-Mar-2026 Coolest Projects USA Minnesota 2026 invites young digital creators aged 18 or under to showcase technology-based projects using code, computers, or digital tools. The event on April 11, 2026 at the Science Museum of Minnesota features project presentations, hands-on … [Read more...] about Coolest Projects Call for Young Digital Creators in Minnesota (US)
Entries Open: Coolest Projects for Young Digital Creators in UK
Deadline: 01-May-2026 The Raspberry Pi Foundation’s Coolest Projects UK 2026 invites young digital creators aged 18 or under to showcase technology-based projects in coding, digital making, and creative technology. The event on 16 May 2026 in Bradford features project presentations, hands-on … [Read more...] about Entries Open: Coolest Projects for Young Digital Creators in UK
Apply Now: The World Bank Group Youth Summit (13th edition)
Deadline: 11-Mar-2026 The World Bank Group Youth Summit 2026, held on June 11–12 in Washington, D.C., brings together young leaders, innovators, and changemakers to address pressing development challenges. With the theme #FutureWorks: Designing Jobs for the Digital Age, the Summit emphasizes … [Read more...] about Apply Now: The World Bank Group Youth Summit (13th edition)
Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Kathmandu (Nepal)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 Falling Walls Lab 2026 in Kathmandu invites innovators aged 18+ to present groundbreaking ideas in a three-minute pitch. This global platform celebrates ideas that aim to break barriers in science, society, and technology. Applications are open until 31 March 2026. What is … [Read more...] about Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Kathmandu (Nepal)
Request for Applications: National Poet Laureate Program (Australia)
Deadline: 17-Mar-2026 The National Poet Laureate Program recognises an outstanding Australian poet whose work demonstrates literary excellence, cultural impact, and community engagement. The Laureate serves a three-year term with an honorarium of $80,000 per year, plus travel and program support, … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: National Poet Laureate Program (Australia)
Text and Video Reports on Renewable Energy in India
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) invites communicators and social media content creators in India to produce in-depth reporting on the country’s transition to renewable energy. Selected applicants receive financial support and editorial mentorship to create … [Read more...] about Text and Video Reports on Renewable Energy in India
Submissions open for World Handwriting Contest
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The World Handwriting Contest 2026 invites participants of all ages worldwide to submit their best handwriting in Functional or Artistic categories. Winners are recognized online, receive prizes, and may achieve Lifetime Winner status. Entries must follow specific paper, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for World Handwriting Contest
Tagline Contest for 8th Jan Aushadhi Diwas 2026 (India)
Deadline: 07-Mar-2026 The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India, in collaboration with MyGov, is inviting Indian citizens to participate in a creative competition to develop impactful taglines promoting Jan Aushadhi. The contest emphasizes affordability, trustworthiness, health … [Read more...] about Tagline Contest for 8th Jan Aushadhi Diwas 2026 (India)
Call for Entries: Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Ayn Rand Institute’s Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest invites students worldwide to submit original essays analyzing Atlas Shrugged for a total prize pool of $40,000. Essays are judged on clarity, logical organization, argumentation, and philosophical understanding. Seasonal … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Open Call for Asia Pacific Kindness and Leadership Program
Deadline: 05-May-2026 The Asia Pacific Kindness and Leadership Program celebrates leaders who demonstrate kindness, compassion, and collaboration in their professional and personal lives. Nominees should embody the 10 Principles of Kindness, including empathy, generosity, and respect. … [Read more...] about Open Call for Asia Pacific Kindness and Leadership Program
Call for Proposals: Code for Earth Programme 2026
Deadline: 09-Apr-2026 The Code for Earth Programme, led by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF), seeks innovative open-source solutions to address challenges in handling large-scale data and transforming it into meaningful information. The programme offers … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Code for Earth Programme 2026
Block Advisors Small Business Financial Readiness Boost Camp (US)
Deadline: 24-Mar-2026 The Block Advisors Small Business Financial Readiness Boost Camp is an 8-week virtual accelerator designed for U.S.-based small business owners to strengthen financial foundations, optimize operations, and drive strategic growth. Participants receive weekly expert-led … [Read more...] about Block Advisors Small Business Financial Readiness Boost Camp (US)
Apply for Mumbai International Film Festival (New Zealand)
Deadline: 13-Mar-2026 The Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono invites applications from emerging New Zealand screen creatives to join a delegation to the Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) 2026, held in Mumbai, India. This opportunity is designed for early-career … [Read more...] about Apply for Mumbai International Film Festival (New Zealand)
Youth-Led Green Business Support Program (Uganda)
Deadline: 13-Mar-2026 The WeWork – Green and Decent Jobs for Youth initiative is a 24-month program designed to support young entrepreneurs in Uganda who are building businesses within the green and circular economy (GCE). The program provides incubation, financing, and technical … [Read more...] about Youth-Led Green Business Support Program (Uganda)
