Innovation

Call for Entries: NBI Youth Competition

Deadline: 15-Jul-23 Call for applications are open to youth from the Nile Basin countries who are interested in water and climate change, and who would like to propose creative solutions to apply and participate in the Nile Basin Competition for Youth. The competition aims to identify … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: NBI Youth Competition

2023 Asia Environmental Enforcement Awards

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the 2023 Asia Environmental Enforcement Awards to recognize and celebrate excellence in enforcement by government officials and institutions or teams combating transboundary crimes that affect the environment. The Awards are given to … [Read more...] about 2023 Asia Environmental Enforcement Awards

Submit Expressions of Interest for GBV Tech Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 27-Jun-23 Submissions are now open for the Gender-based Violence (GBV) Tech Innovation Challenge to identify and support promising tech-based interventions relevant to GBV programming within humanitarian settings. This Innovation Challenge is for piloting tech-based interventions … [Read more...] about Submit Expressions of Interest for GBV Tech Innovation Challenge

Call for Applications: IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge

Deadline: 3-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge, a new global IEEE competition that solicits solutions from start-ups, grassroots organizations, universities, or anyone else that is working to bridge this digital divide in innovative … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 India Awards Program

Deadline: 18-Aug-23 Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur and join in to celebrate 'The Art of Entrepreneurship' in the 25th EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards Program. The EY World Entrepreneur of the Year Forum brings together disruptive entrepreneurs and global business leaders from more … [Read more...] about EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 India Awards Program

Civic Changemakers Fellowship Programme to create a Positive Impact using SDGs in Nigeria

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 TransparencIT selects and invites active community champions to develop and scale solutions for disrupting civic participation and improving governance and social justice in their communities. The Civic Changemakers Fellowship programme is a civic innovation and governance … [Read more...] about Civic Changemakers Fellowship Programme to create a Positive Impact using SDGs in Nigeria

The Africa-Europe Foundation launches ‘Partners Initiative’ to empower Youth-Led Initiatives

Deadline: 7-Jul-23 If you are a youth led organization, think-tank, civil society platform or NGO inspiring, empowering, and connecting local youth actors through dialogue to help shape a strong, mutually beneficial partnership between Africa and Europe, to tackle contemporary challenges linked … [Read more...] about The Africa-Europe Foundation launches ‘Partners Initiative’ to empower Youth-Led Initiatives

Grants to support Innovative Programmes to end Violence Against Women and Girls (Jamaica)

Deadline: 19-Jun-23 UN Women is awarding small grants to eligible Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to support the expansion of technical substantive capacity of groups working on innovative programmes to end violence against women and girls (VAWG) in Jamaica. UN Women MCO Caribbean is … [Read more...] about Grants to support Innovative Programmes to end Violence Against Women and Girls (Jamaica)

2024 India Australia Business & Community Alliance Awards

Deadline: 14-Aug-23 Nominations are now open for the 2024 India Australia Business & Community Alliance (IABCA) Awards supported by Investment NSW to celebrate the India-Australia relationship whilst simultaneously contributing to its development. Through the IABCA Awards, they invite you … [Read more...] about 2024 India Australia Business & Community Alliance Awards

Legatum Foundry Fellowship Program (Africa)

Deadline: 27-Jun-23 Nominations are now open for the Foundry Fellowship Program, a six-month transformative experience for accomplished entrepreneurs who are committed to leading the acceleration and interconnection of Africa’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems. Purpose The Foundry … [Read more...] about Legatum Foundry Fellowship Program (Africa)

Up to $100,000 available under President Tech Award – Uzbekistan

Deadline: 1-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the President Tech Award, a competition for the best software products in 5 main and 1 special areas. The aim is to attract the attention of young people to the field of IT technologies and encourage them to create innovative solutions and … [Read more...] about Up to $100,000 available under President Tech Award – Uzbekistan

Boost Up Applications are Open: An Opportunity for Africa Based Startups

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Are you a startup entrepreneur eager to learn how to better pitch your business and become more investable? Does your startup use technology and innovation to make a societal impact in Southern Africa? Is your startup based in Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, or … [Read more...] about Boost Up Applications are Open: An Opportunity for Africa Based Startups

CDRF Global launches Research Grants Program in Ukraine

Deadline: 15-Jun-23 The CRDF Global is inviting applicants for the Targeted Research, Innovation, and Direct Engagement Project for Ukrainian Nationals to Counter Russian Disinformation. CRDF Global, on behalf of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Security and … [Read more...] about CDRF Global launches Research Grants Program in Ukraine

2023 Citizenship and Integration Grant Program: Innovations in Citizenship Preparation – US

Deadline: 28-Jul-23 The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), External Affairs Directorate (EXA), Office of Citizenship, Partnership, and Engagement (OCPE) is currently accepting applications for the Citizenship and Integration Grant … [Read more...] about 2023 Citizenship and Integration Grant Program: Innovations in Citizenship Preparation – US

Call for Proposals: Entrepreneur in Residence Program (India)

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The ITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation is accepting proposals for the Entrepreneur in Residence Program to inspire the best talents and provide opportunities to create new startups. This program focuses on the stage before a company is incorporated. Pravartak will be … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Entrepreneur in Residence Program (India)

Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship – India

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) is awarding the Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowships to outstanding engineers to recognize, encourage and support translational research by individuals to achieve excellence in engineering, innovation and … [Read more...] about Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship – India

Dubai International Best Practices Award for Sustainable Development

Deadline Date: 31-Aug-2023 Nominations are now open for the 13th Cycle of the “Dubai International Best Practices Award for Sustainable Development” to recognize excellence and support urban best practices to improve the living environment. Categories Best Practices Award in Urban … [Read more...] about Dubai International Best Practices Award for Sustainable Development

Visa’s She’s Next Grant Programme in Ireland

Deadline: 21-Jul-23 The IFundWomen is accepting applications for the Visa's She’s Next Grant Programme to support women entrepreneurs in Ireland. Visa’s She’s Next Grant Programme, in partnership with IFundWomen, is back for a third consecutive year to bring funding, resources, coaching and … [Read more...] about Visa’s She’s Next Grant Programme in Ireland

2023 Investor Pitching & Connect in Clean Cooking

Deadline: 10-Jul-23 Finovista, the Indian In-Country Partner of the Modern Energy Cooking Services (MECS) Programme, has launched a groundbreaking global platform, Investor Pitching & Connect in Clean Cooking 2023. This pioneering initiative aims to establish a transformative platform that … [Read more...] about 2023 Investor Pitching & Connect in Clean Cooking

RIoT Accelerator Program

Deadline: 7-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP) that facilitates a variety of entrepreneurial processes– from research commercialization to startup growth to corporate innovation projects. There is an opportunity for industry to seed the accelerator with … [Read more...] about RIoT Accelerator Program

William Sutton Prize 2023 – United Kingdom

Deadline: 3-Jul-23 Apply for between £5,000 and £50,000 and a bespoke package of non-financial support to bring an idea to life that can help tackle one of the biggest issues facing society today – the climate crisis. The William Sutton Prize, presented by Clarion Housing Group, is a leading … [Read more...] about William Sutton Prize 2023 – United Kingdom

Entries Open for Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 7

Deadline: 7-Jul-23 CEZ Group is teaming up with One Young World to launch the Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 7 to introduce innovations for addressing energy needs, contributing to greater quality of life. How can they ensure access to energy for all? Despite progress, there are still more than … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 7

UK Social Enterprise Awards 2023

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Nominations are now open for the UK Social Enterprise Awards 2023. The UK Social Enterprise Awards are the country’s biggest celebration of social enterprises recognising the best in the sector. They are a chance to showcase the incredible contributions made by businesses … [Read more...] about UK Social Enterprise Awards 2023

Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation Network Incubator Program

Deadline: 18-Jun-23 Submissions are now being invited for the Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation Network (IPPIN) Incubator, an intensive six-week online program focused on refining the product-market fit of plastic waste solutions through a user-problem approach. The IIPPIN Incubator program is … [Read more...] about Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation Network Incubator Program

National Organizations of State and Local Officials: Health Policy Innovation (US)

Deadline: 6-Jul-23 The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is accepting applications for the fiscal year (FY) 2023 National Organizations of State and Local Officials (NOSLO) Program: Health Policy Innovation to fund a national level organization with an in-depth understanding of, … [Read more...] about National Organizations of State and Local Officials: Health Policy Innovation (US)

Call for Applications: Scaling Food Systems Innovations by Youths (Kenya)

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Are you a Kenyan Youth passionate about the food system? Join the Youth in Agribusiness Innovators’ Challenge for an opportunity to maximize the potential of your idea/innovation and/or enterprise in transforming the Food System. As part of the European Union Funded Healthy … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Scaling Food Systems Innovations by Youths (Kenya)

United States: Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium CSBG – CBQI (Region X)

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces funding availability for a cooperative agreement for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium (RPIC) Capacity Building and … [Read more...] about United States: Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium CSBG – CBQI (Region X)

United States: Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium CSBG-CBQI (Region IX)

United States: Community Services Block Grant RPIC- CBQI (Region VI)

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces funding availability for a cooperative agreement for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium (RPIC) Capacity Building and … [Read more...] about United States: Community Services Block Grant RPIC- CBQI (Region VI)

US: CSBG – RPIC Capacity Building and Quality Improvement (Region VII)

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces the availability of funds for a cooperative agreement for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium (RPIC) Capacity … [Read more...] about US: CSBG – RPIC Capacity Building and Quality Improvement (Region VII)

US: Community Services Block Grant RPIC – CBQI (Region III)

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces the availability of funds for a cooperative agreement for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium (RPIC) Capacity … [Read more...] about US: Community Services Block Grant RPIC – CBQI (Region III)

Bayer Digital Campus Challenge 2023

Deadline: 5-Nov-23 Are you a student with a passion for digital innovation and a drive to make a difference in health care or agriculture? Bayer has a challenge for you! Join the Bayer Digital Campus Challenge 2023 now and submit your ideas leveraging the power of disruptive technologies to … [Read more...] about Bayer Digital Campus Challenge 2023

“Youth Leader Fund for a World Without Nuclear Weapons” Learning Programme

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) and the government of Japan are calling on young people to apply for an innovative learning programme “Youth Leader Fund for a World Without Nuclear Weapons”. The new learning programme is aimed at equipping the … [Read more...] about “Youth Leader Fund for a World Without Nuclear Weapons” Learning Programme

Call for Proposals: AccessAbility – Inclusive Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 15-Jun-23 The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), in collaboration with the Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub) and the Global Network of Young Persons with Disabilities (GNYPWD), seeks innovative solutions to address the pressing challenges. They invite proposals for an … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: AccessAbility – Inclusive Innovation Challenge

US: CSBG – RPIC Capacity Building and Quality Improvement (Region II)

Community Services Block Grant, RPIC – CBQI (Region V) in the US

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces funding availability for a cooperative agreement for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium (RPIC) Capacity Building and … [Read more...] about Community Services Block Grant, RPIC – CBQI (Region V) in the US

RockHealth.org Innovation Fellowship in the US

Deadline: 15-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the RockHealth.org Innovation Fellowship, a immersive cohort-based experience that supports and amplifies the work of visionary leaders who are centering lived experience in digital health innovation. Digital health innovations have an outsized … [Read more...] about RockHealth.org Innovation Fellowship in the US

United States: CSBG-RPIC Capacity Building and Quality Improvement (Region I)

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces the availability of funds for a cooperative agreement for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium (RPIC) Capacity … [Read more...] about United States: CSBG-RPIC Capacity Building and Quality Improvement (Region I)

United States: Community Services Block Grant RPIC – CBQI (Region VIII)

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces funding availability for a cooperative agreement for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium (RPIC) Capacity Building and … [Read more...] about United States: Community Services Block Grant RPIC – CBQI (Region VIII)

US: CSBG Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium – Capacity Building and Quality Improvement CBQI (Region IV-A)

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces funding availability for a cooperative agreement for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium (RPIC) Capacity Building and … [Read more...] about US: CSBG Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium – Capacity Building and Quality Improvement CBQI (Region IV-A)

Build with Ebico Grant Programme – United Kingdom

Deadline: 14-Aug-23 Can your innovation decarbonise UK homes? Scale your low-carbon heating solution with support and funding through the Build with Ebico programme. Build with Ebico is a programme for innovators working to solve the big challenges in domestic heating. The programme will … [Read more...] about Build with Ebico Grant Programme – United Kingdom

United States: Community Services Block Grant RPIC – CBQI (Region IV-B)

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announces the availability of funds for a cooperative agreement for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Regional Performance and Innovation Consortium (RPIC) Capacity … [Read more...] about United States: Community Services Block Grant RPIC – CBQI (Region IV-B)

Apply to Join the Ocean Reporting Network

Deadline: 18-Jun-23 The Pulitzer Center, a global organization that supports independent, innovative journalism, is now accepting applications for its new Ocean Reporting Network (ORN). The network will establish a collaborative ecosystem of journalists around the world. Together, they will … [Read more...] about Apply to Join the Ocean Reporting Network

#SТЕ(А)М Challenge in Serbia: A Chance to Get Mentoring support and Great Prizes

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Serbia invites high school students to submit innovative solutions to local problems using STE(A)M disciplines and digital technologies. The #SТЕ(А)Мchallenge, with the aim to support and award the best ideas of Serbian … [Read more...] about #SТЕ(А)М Challenge in Serbia: A Chance to Get Mentoring support and Great Prizes

Call for Mentee Applications: Global Ambassadors Program 2023

Deadline: 18-Jun-23 Submissions are now open for the Global Ambassadors Program (GAP), designed for women leaders of purpose-driven businesses, social enterprises and non-profit organizations – providing mentorship, training and a network of support to help grow your organization and your … [Read more...] about Call for Mentee Applications: Global Ambassadors Program 2023

UNDP invites Proposals for Micro/Medium and Small-Scale Enterprise/Business (Liberia)

Deadline: 19-Jun-23 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a call for proposals to access grant support through CSO for micro, medium and small-scale enterprises/businesses (msmes) through waste recovery innovation challenge to take advantage of opportunities to implement … [Read more...] about UNDP invites Proposals for Micro/Medium and Small-Scale Enterprise/Business (Liberia)

RAIN Challenge for Non-profits organisations

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The Global Resilience Partnership (GRP) and Munich Re Foundation are excited to announce a new phase of the Resilient Agriculture Innovations for Nature (RAIN) Challenge for non-profits. The RAIN Challenge for non-profits aims to nurture innovative agricultural ideas in … [Read more...] about RAIN Challenge for Non-profits organisations

U.S. Mission to South Africa: American Spaces Network Management Program

Deadline: 15-Jul-23 The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Mission to South Africa announces an open competition for organizations to apply to implement programming and outreach for its American Spaces Network. This network connects South African audiences to American people, institutions, … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to South Africa: American Spaces Network Management Program

TDR Global Crowdsourcing Open Call: Equity & Inclusivity in Research Mentorship

Deadline: 15-Jun-23 Do you have practical ideas for enhancing equity and inclusivity within institutional research mentorship? If yes, then apply for the Equity & Inclusivity in Research Mentorship Program. TDR Global “HEalth Research MEntorship in Low and Middle-Income CountrieS” (HERMES) … [Read more...] about TDR Global Crowdsourcing Open Call: Equity & Inclusivity in Research Mentorship

Entries Open for Uganda National Journalism Awards 2023

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) is pleased to announce the call for entries for the Uganda National Journalism Awards 2023. The annual Uganda National Journalism Awards inspire and recognise journalism that informs and empowers the public, increases the … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Uganda National Journalism Awards 2023

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