Deadline: 05-Nov-2025 The Land is Life invites Indigenous women leaders who are driving change in their communities to apply. They welcome proposals with clear and achievable goals that demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing Indigenous Peoples’ rights, gender equality, and community … [Read more...] about Open call: Indigenous Women’s Program Fellowship 2026
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CFPs: Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grant Program (Australia)
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 The South Australian Government, through the Department of Human Services (DHS), is offering grant for initiatives that promote a more inclusive South Australia for people with disability. Projects under this Grant round should align with one or more of the following … [Read more...] about CFPs: Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grant Program (Australia)
Grants available for Strengthening the Resilience and Improving the Income of Small Producers – Burkina Faso
Deadline: 09-Nov-2025 The World Food Programme has announced its Grants for Strengthening the Resilience and Improving the Income of Small Producers to support the Government of Burkina Faso in its goal of Zero Hunger by 2030 with a series of activities focused on strengthening the capacities of … [Read more...] about Grants available for Strengthening the Resilience and Improving the Income of Small Producers – Burkina Faso
Grants for Developing Resilience and Reducing Malnutrition (Burkina Faso)
Deadline: 04-Nov-2025 The World Food Programme (WFP) provides support to the Government of Burkina Faso in achieving Zero Hunger by 2030 through activities that strengthen the capacities of vulnerable populations and promote sustainable food systems. This initiative is based on the creation of … [Read more...] about Grants for Developing Resilience and Reducing Malnutrition (Burkina Faso)
Strengthening Resilience: Reducing Malnutrition in Households and Communities (Burkina Faso)
Deadline: 09-Nov-2025 The World Food Programme (WFP) provides support to the Government of Burkina Faso in its goal of Zero Hunger by 2030 through a series of activities aimed at strengthening the capacities of the most vulnerable populations. The focus areas include strengthening vulnerable … [Read more...] about Strengthening Resilience: Reducing Malnutrition in Households and Communities (Burkina Faso)
Call for Proposals to Strengthen Women’s Political Leadership in Bangladesh
Deadline: 03-Nov-2025 The UN Women has launched a call for proposals under the “Her Vote, Her Seat” campaign to strengthen women’s political participation and inclusive democratic reform in Bangladesh. A powerful opportunity is now open for civil society organizations in Bangladesh to drive … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to Strengthen Women’s Political Leadership in Bangladesh
Submissions open for UK Acumen Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 28-Oct-2025 The Acumen Academy has launched its UK Acumen Fellowship Programme to bring together a cohort of extraordinary individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to solving problems of poverty across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The Fellowship … [Read more...] about Submissions open for UK Acumen Fellowship Programme
RFPs: Clinical Distinguished Investigator Grant Programme (Denmark)
Deadline: 28-Jan-2026 The Novo Nordisk Foundation is seeking applications for its Clinical Distinguished Investigator Grant Programme to support excellent clinically active research leaders at professor level with ambitious and clinically relevant 5-year research projects. The research fields … [Read more...] about RFPs: Clinical Distinguished Investigator Grant Programme (Denmark)
Call for Applications: The Tomorrow’s Leaders Program
Deadline: 25-Nov-2025 The Tomorrow’s Leaders Program offers undergraduate scholarships and leadership training to highly motivated candidates from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Through the high-quality education and training provided by partner institutions—the American … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: The Tomorrow’s Leaders Program
Apply Now: Keychange Talent Leadership Programme 2026
Deadline: 12-Nov-2025 The Keychange is inviting applications for its Talent Leadership Programme (TLP), a six-month training for women and gender-diverse individuals ready to lead change in the music industry. The programme focuses on Knowledge and Tools, providing training in leadership, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Keychange Talent Leadership Programme 2026
Open Call: John S. Knight Journalism Fellowship Program
Deadline: 03-Dec-2025 The John S. Knight Journalism Fellowship Program offer journalists an opportunity to step back from demands of daily work and spend an academic year at Stanford University reimagining the future of journalism. The John S. Knight (JSK) Journalism Fellowships at Stanford … [Read more...] about Open Call: John S. Knight Journalism Fellowship Program
Submissions open for Misk Global Forum Initiative
Deadline: 30-Oct-2025 The Misk Global Forum Initiative celebrates projects driven by leaders under 30, highlighting their achievements, amplifying their stories, and connecting them with global platforms to inspire the next wave of changemakers. The focus areas of the Misk 20 Under 30 … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Misk Global Forum Initiative
Request for Applications: Horticulture Undergraduate Scholarships (New Zealand)
Deadline: 01-Dec-2025 The Horticulture New Zealand is requesting applications for its Horticulture Undergraduate Scholarships to students who have a special interest in the fruit and/or vegetable industry and are studying towards an undergraduate degree. The Horticulture New Zealand … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Horticulture Undergraduate Scholarships (New Zealand)
Call for Spring Fellowship on Ecuador Refugee Research 2026
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA) is inviting one scholar from Ecuador to participate in a four-month quantitative research fellowship at UC Berkeley, to be completed during the Spring 2026 academic semester (January-May 2026). The fellowship emphasizes … [Read more...] about Call for Spring Fellowship on Ecuador Refugee Research 2026
Submit Applications for International Residencies Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 22-Oct-2025 The International Residencies program offers vital support to Canadian artists, arts workers, artistic groups, and organizations seeking to expand their creative practice through residencies abroad. The Arts Across Canada and Abroad program, it aims to strengthen … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for International Residencies Grant (Canada)
Apply Now: Doctoral Programmes for Healthcare Professionals (UK and Ireland)
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026 The Wellcome is accepting applications to fund Doctoral Programmes for Healthcare Professionals registered in the UK and Republic of Ireland. The aim of this call is to support doctoral programmes that will train the next generation of healthcare professional academics in … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Doctoral Programmes for Healthcare Professionals (UK and Ireland)
Open Call: Responsible Party to Ensure Meaningful Youth Participation (Lebanon)
Deadline: 24-Oct-2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Peacebuilding Project in Tripoli has announced an opportunity for local NGOs and civil society organizations (CSOs) to act as the Responsible Party in implementing a youth-focused peacebuilding initiative aimed at fostering … [Read more...] about Open Call: Responsible Party to Ensure Meaningful Youth Participation (Lebanon)
Entries open for Ashinaga Africa Initiative
Deadline: 24-Oct-2025 The Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI) is now accepting applications for its 2025 cohort, offering a life-changing opportunity for ambitious and resilient young individuals from Sub-Saharan Africa. This international leadership program is dedicated to supporting students … [Read more...] about Entries open for Ashinaga Africa Initiative
ASEAN-Korea Young Scholar Research Grant Program
Deadline: 26-Oct-2025 The ASEAN-Korea Young Scholar Research Grant is an annual program designed to support graduate students from ASEAN Member States, Timor-Leste, and Korea to conduct on-site fieldwork and develop as future leaders in Southeast Asian and ASEAN studies. The grant provides … [Read more...] about ASEAN-Korea Young Scholar Research Grant Program
Call for Entries: Drone Defense Hackathon (France)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The Drone Defense Hackathon invites students to push the limits of drone innovation, encouraging bold ideas, smart approaches, inspiring use cases, and powerful storytelling. Winning teams will share a grand prize of €20,000, and may also receive opportunities for … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Drone Defense Hackathon (France)
Grants for CSOs to expand Women’s Leadership and Political Participation
Deadline: 10-Nov-2025 The UN Women, with funding from the European Union, is launching the WYDE | Women’s Leadership Initiative to advance women’s political participation and leadership at all levels. A new funding opportunity is now available for organizations dedicated to advancing women’s … [Read more...] about Grants for CSOs to expand Women’s Leadership and Political Participation
Open Call: 10th Grant Cycle of International Trans Fund
Deadline: 01-Dec-2025 The International Trans Fund (ITF) has opened its 10th grant cycle, inviting applications from trans-led grassroots organizations across the world that are working to strengthen community resilience, leadership, and collective action. This initiative provides vital … [Read more...] about Open Call: 10th Grant Cycle of International Trans Fund
RFAs: African Masterclass Series (AMS) 5.0 Fellowship Program
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The Ideation Hub Africa (IHA) has announced the launch of the African Masterclass Series (AMS 5.0), a transformative fellowship program designed to empower the next generation of African changemakers. This 12-week virtual learning and incubation experience offers social … [Read more...] about RFAs: African Masterclass Series (AMS) 5.0 Fellowship Program
Apply for DisCouRSE Flexible Fund Scheme (Round 1) – UK
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 The DisCouRSE Flexible Fund is designed to support community-led projects that enhance leadership and career development within the digital Research Technical Professional (dRTP) community. The fund encourages proposals that align with DisCouRSE’s mission to empower and … [Read more...] about Apply for DisCouRSE Flexible Fund Scheme (Round 1) – UK
CFAs: Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation Grant Program 2026 – Africa
Deadline: 10-Oct-2025 The ACT Foundation offers grants focused on four key areas aimed at fostering sustainable development across Africa: Health, Entrepreneurship, Environment, and Leadership. Each of these areas is designed to address critical challenges and empower communities to thrive. In … [Read more...] about CFAs: Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation Grant Program 2026 – Africa
Call for Proposals: Pacific Partnership Phase II Program
Deadline: 03-Nov-2025 UN Women’s Fiji Multi-Country Office has launched a new call for proposals aimed at strengthening the capacity and influence of women’s rights organizations in the Pacific. This initiative is part of the second phase of the Pacific Partnership to End Violence Against … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Pacific Partnership Phase II Program
Submissions open for Lafayette Fellowship (US)
Deadline: 30-Nov-2025 The French Embassy in the United States is pleased to launch the Lafayette Fellowship, a new scholarship program designed by Villa Albertine to support the next generation of young leaders with a strong interest in the transatlantic relationship. The initiative aims to … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Lafayette Fellowship (US)
Open Call for Fonseca Leadership Program
Deadline: 18-Dec-2025 The World Wildlife Fund is excited to announce the competitive Fonseca Leadership Program supported by the GEF, designed to advance local and regional conservation leadership in Latin America. The program focuses on applied conservation – specifically courses of study and … [Read more...] about Open Call for Fonseca Leadership Program
Entries open for Nexus Program (Africa)
Deadline: 27-Oct-2025 The Princeton in Africa’s Nexus Program pairs 5 Nexus Fellows, educated and resident on the African continent, with 5 co-Fellows from the general fellowship program who were educated at U.S.-accredited institutions. The Nexus program is an addition to PiAf’s signature … [Read more...] about Entries open for Nexus Program (Africa)
Call for Entries: General Fellowship Program
Deadline: 27-Oct-2025 The Princeton in Africa has launched its General Fellowship Program for graduates of US-accredited universities. General co-Fellow will exchange skills, knowledge, leadership experience, and technical expertise with one another in addition to working together to support … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: General Fellowship Program
Open Call: The Global Leadership Challenge
Deadline: 02-Nov-2025 Applications are now open for the Global Leadership Challenge to convene 100 young leaders selected through an open application process to engage with complex global challenges. GLC members will gain the chance to learn directly from globally recognized experts, … [Read more...] about Open Call: The Global Leadership Challenge
Yashwantrao Chavan State Level Youth Award (India)
Deadline: 30-Oct-2025 Applications are now open for the Yashwantrao Chavan State Level Youth Award to implement innovative activities for the youth. The ‘Young Entrepreneur Award’ recognizes youth who have excelled in the industrial sector and set a role model in society. The ‘Sahitya Yuva … [Read more...] about Yashwantrao Chavan State Level Youth Award (India)
Call for Entries: Loeb/ArtLab Fellowship Program
Deadline: 05-Jan-2026 The Loeb/ArtLab Fellowship Program invites applications from urban designers, public artists, developers, journalists, civic leaders, architects, landscape architects, urban planners, policymakers, and community development leaders. The selection process is conducted by a … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Loeb/ArtLab Fellowship Program
Short-Term Grants for Women’s Leadership in Peace Processes
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) Rapid Response Window (RRW) is accepting concept notes from eligible applicants in countries with active peace processes. This opportunity is open to those working at both national and sub-national levels in contexts where … [Read more...] about Short-Term Grants for Women’s Leadership in Peace Processes
Call for Applications: Eco-Smart Initiatives in Khobi and Poti (Georgia)
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025 UNDP Georgia, through the Greening the Future Project (GFP), has announced a new Call for Proposals to support innovative, community-driven environmental projects in the municipalities of Khobi and Poti. This grant opportunity focuses on advancing the green transition … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Eco-Smart Initiatives in Khobi and Poti (Georgia)
Nigeria 25under25 Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Awards
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 Entries are now open for the Nigeria 25under25 Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Awards to provide financial support, a year-long incubation program, personalized leadership coaching, and connections to a network of advisors, mentors, and potential investors. The … [Read more...] about Nigeria 25under25 Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Awards
RFPs: Doctor of Public Health Scholarships Programme
Deadline: 10-Oct-2025 The Africa Health Collaborative is seeking applications for its Doctor of Public Health Scholarships Programme to announce the start of the 2026-2027 Mastercard Foundation graduate scholarship recruitment at the University of Toronto. The Mastercard Foundation Doctoral … [Read more...] about RFPs: Doctor of Public Health Scholarships Programme
Call for Proposals in Sudan to support Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new call for proposals to support local civil society organizations (CSOs) in Sudan, with a focus on advancing women’s participation and leadership in humanitarian crisis planning and response, as well as ensuring … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals in Sudan to support Civil Society Organizations
CFAs: Princess Sabeeka Bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women’s Empowerment
Deadline: 20-Mar-2026 The UN Women has launched a prestigious global award to recognize and celebrate the outstanding efforts of individuals, civil society, public institutions, and private sector actors working toward gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. The initiative … [Read more...] about CFAs: Princess Sabeeka Bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women’s Empowerment
Request For Applications: Change Microgrant Programme 2025/26 (Malaysia)
Deadline: 15-Nov-2025 Are you a nonprofit, NGO, or social enterprise in Malaysia working to empower women, children, or youth? The Change Microgrant Programme is now open for applications! With a focus on income generation and entrepreneurial training, the programme invites eligible … [Read more...] about Request For Applications: Change Microgrant Programme 2025/26 (Malaysia)
Call for Applications: Pharma Incubation Hub (PIH) – Cohort 7
Deadline: 03-Oct-2025 Entries are now open for the Pharma Incubation Hub to build the capacity of pharmacy students across Nigeria, exclusively through an intensive peer to peer and peer to professionals learning, mentorship and accountability. Focus areas include providing an easy, accessible … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Pharma Incubation Hub (PIH) – Cohort 7
Entries open for Pakistan Women Leaders Project
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025 The Pakistan Women Leaders (PWL) Project (2024–2029), funded by the European Union and jointly implemented by UN Women and UNDP, is set to advance systemic reforms and build the capacity of women leaders across Pakistan. As part of Outcome 2—focused on strengthening … [Read more...] about Entries open for Pakistan Women Leaders Project
Small Grants to support Youth-led Initiatives in Bangladesh
Deadline: 08-Oct-2025 Applications are now open for small grants to support youth-led initiatives aimed at transforming food systems in Bangladesh. This opportunity is part of the Food Systems Youth Leadership initiative under the Nourishing Food Pathways (NFP) programme, led by the Global … [Read more...] about Small Grants to support Youth-led Initiatives in Bangladesh
Call for Proposals: Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund in Syria
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025 The Women’s Peace & Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has announced a new Call for Proposals in Syria, offering a critical opportunity for civil society organizations to advance the rights, protection, and leadership of women and girls in crisis-affected settings. This funding … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund in Syria
Entries open for beVisioneers Fellowship Program
Deadline: 25-Jan-2026 Applicants are now invited to submit applications for the beVisioneers Fellowship Program to help bring your planet-positive ideas to life, regardless of your entrepreneurial experience or your financial situation. The focus areas, objectives, priorities, or themes of the … [Read more...] about Entries open for beVisioneers Fellowship Program
Open Call: For Kids Sake Fund Program in Canada
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The For Kids Sake Fund is now offering grants to support projects and organizations that deliver recreational programming for youth under the age of 18. With a focus on “community recreation,” the fund seeks to strengthen opportunities for young people in areas such as … [Read more...] about Open Call: For Kids Sake Fund Program in Canada
Entries open for Subramaniam Awards in India
Deadline: 17-Oct-2025 The National Foundation for India has launched the Subramaniam Awards to honour mid-career community leaders and voluntary sector workers who have dedicated over a decade to grassroots change. The Awards celebrate those building local leadership, nurturing future … [Read more...] about Entries open for Subramaniam Awards in India
Forecast Opportunity for the Discovery Program Fellowships (Australia)
Deadline: 05-Nov-2025 Applications are now open for the Discovery Program Fellowships to contribute to the growth of Australia’s research and innovation capacity by supporting outstanding mid-career researchers in delivering high-quality, impactful projects. The Future Fellowships scheme aims … [Read more...] about Forecast Opportunity for the Discovery Program Fellowships (Australia)
Misk Graduate Traineeship Program (Tamheer) – Saudi Arabia
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The Misk Foundation is seeking applications for its Traineeship Program to develop their skills and enhance their understanding of the work environment through diverse opportunities at Misk Foundation via the Tamheer. The Misk Graduate Traineeship Program (Tamheer) is an … [Read more...] about Misk Graduate Traineeship Program (Tamheer) – Saudi Arabia
Apply Now: 4th Sri Sri Awards for Education 2026 (India)
Deadline: 01-Nov-2025 The Sri Sri Awards provide a distinguished platform to recognize and honor outstanding contributions in the field of education. The objectives are to recognize and celebrate excellence, effort, and progress across educational institutions in India; to empower and support … [Read more...] about Apply Now: 4th Sri Sri Awards for Education 2026 (India)
