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)
Leadership
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
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
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)
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
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
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 for the Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Programme (Africa)
Deadline: 20-Nov-2025 The Mo Ibrahim Foundation is requesting applications for its Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Programme to identify and mentor the future generation of outstanding African leaders. Each year three Fellows have an opportunity to work in the executive offices of the AfDB … [Read more...] about Apply for the Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Programme (Africa)
Grants for empowering Palestinian and Israeli Civil Societies and Media Program
Deadline: 26-Oct-2025 Canal France International (CFI), in partnership with the European Union, has announced a new grant call aimed at strengthening independent Palestinian media through support for new media initiatives, traditional outlets, and fact‑checking organizations. The fund’s goal … [Read more...] about Grants for empowering Palestinian and Israeli Civil Societies and Media Program
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)
Innovative Research in Precision Medicine Grant Program (Australia)
Deadline: 29-Oct-2025 The Hospital Research Foundation Group is seeking applications for its Precision Medicine Grant Program to support innovative research projects, led by early-to-mid-career health and medical researchers from Eligible Administering Institutions in Western Australia. The … [Read more...] about Innovative Research in Precision Medicine Grant Program (Australia)
Call for Proposals: Supporting Women’s Leadership in Crisis Response and Peacebuilding (Mali)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new call for proposals to support local women’s and young women’s rights organizations in Mali. This funding opportunity is focused on empowering grassroots initiatives that promote gender equality and protect … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Supporting Women’s Leadership in Crisis Response and Peacebuilding (Mali)
Open Call for Anahad’s Fellowship Program (India)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 Applicants are now invited to submit applications for the Anahad Fellowship Program to cultivate deep expertise in cultural development and production skills while encouraging participants to explore folk music of India. The Anahad Fellowship is a three-month immersive … [Read more...] about Open Call for Anahad’s Fellowship Program (India)
CFAs: Investing in Civil Society Leadership to End Violence against Women
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025 The UN Trust Fund has launched a new Call for Proposals to provide four-year grants, offering both core and flexible funds, to civil society organizations working to end violence against women and girls. The initiative focuses particularly on organizations serving … [Read more...] about CFAs: Investing in Civil Society Leadership to End Violence against Women
Open Call for Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship Program
Deadline: 07-Oct-2025 The Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship Program provides support to mid-career professionals from India with demonstrable leadership potential in cyber security or cyber policy. The programme addresses cyber threats through an exploration of the evolving threat … [Read more...] about Open Call for Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship Program
CFAs: Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship Program
Deadline: 07-Oct-2025 Applications are now open for the Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship Program for mid-career professionals in the arts and culture sector who want to grow as leaders and make a lasting impact. The programme explores leadership in uncertain times by developing resilient … [Read more...] about CFAs: Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship Program
Apply for Responsible Technology Youth Power Fund Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 10-Oct-2025 The Responsible Technology Youth Power Fund (RTYPF) is now welcoming applications from youth- and intergenerationally-led organizations working to create a future where technology supports equity, well-being, and justice. This fund focuses on empowering young people who … [Read more...] about Apply for Responsible Technology Youth Power Fund Grant Program (US)
NATO and the Future of Global Security and Peace Program
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 The One Young World has launched its NATO and the Future of Global Security and Peace Program focused on critical global security and peace challenges. The Academy series will explore how collective efforts - combining strategic partnerships, innovation, and youth … [Read more...] about NATO and the Future of Global Security and Peace Program
Apply Now: Echoing Green Fellowship Program
Deadline: 08-Oct-2025 The Echoing Green Fellowship Program seeks to identify, support, connect and amplify a global, multiracial, and multicultural movement of visionary social innovators who meet the wicked challenges of their time. This Fellowship is designed for those who see possibility in … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Echoing Green Fellowship Program
Call for Applications: IEWD Student Essay Competition (Nigeria)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 Are you a secondary school student in Nigeria with a passion for writing and ideas that can shape the future? This is your chance to shine! To mark International E-Waste Day (IEWD) 2025, EPRON and its partner organizations are inviting Junior and Senior Secondary School … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: IEWD Student Essay Competition (Nigeria)
Call for Proposals: Small Grants Initiative Programme (Africa)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA), in partnership with Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), invites applications for its Small Grants Initiative Programme to strengthen youth leadership, enhance knowledge transfer, and build community capacity … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Small Grants Initiative Programme (Africa)
Submissions open for Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program
Deadline: 05-Oct-2025 The Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program is a two-month, cost-covered training program designed to equip aspiring nonprofit founders with the skills, resources, and funding to start field-leading charities. The program provides the necessary training, co-founder … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program
Applications open for Faraday Discovery Fellowships Programme
Deadline: 23-Sep-2025 The Faraday Discovery Fellowships are prestigious long-term awards that will support the most talented mid-career research leaders to undertake high-quality, original research. The aims of the Faraday Discovery Fellowships are to: Support the most talented mid-career … [Read more...] about Applications open for Faraday Discovery Fellowships Programme
