Women & Gender

Call for Proposals: Rosa Stand With Us Fund (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Rosa Stand With Us Fund is a UK-based grant programme that supports women’s and girls’ organisations working on the frontline against male violence. It focuses on strengthening organisational capacity, leadership, governance, partnerships, and financial sustainability … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Rosa Stand With Us Fund (United Kingdom)

Nominations Open: Jankidevi Bajaj Women Entrepreneurship Award (India)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The IMC-Ladies’ Wing Jankidevi Bajaj Puraskar 2026 is a prestigious award that recognizes Indian women entrepreneurs whose enterprises contribute significantly to rural development, livelihood enhancement, and community well-being. The award honors women-led businesses and … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Jankidevi Bajaj Women Entrepreneurship Award (India)

Call for Video Proposals on Innovative Water, Waste and Energy Projects (South Africa)

Deadline: 25-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is offering grants between $25,000 and $40,000 to South African community-based organizations for innovative projects in water, waste, and energy. Proposals must be submitted as a five-minute video showcasing the challenge, … [Read more...] about Call for Video Proposals on Innovative Water, Waste and Energy Projects (South Africa)

CFAs: GBV Prevention and Justice in Schools (Burkina Faso)

Deadline: 09-Jul-2026 Enabel is funding interventions in Boromo and Hounde, Burkina Faso, to reduce gender-based violence and strengthen access to justice for survivors. The programme prioritizes prevention in schools, capacity building for children and adolescents, accountability systems for law … [Read more...] about CFAs: GBV Prevention and Justice in Schools (Burkina Faso)

Apply Now: Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026 The Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program offers scientists, scholars, writers, journalists, public intellectuals, and artists the opportunity to pursue ambitious projects for a full academic year at Harvard University. Selected fellows receive a stipend of USD … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program

Call for EOIs: Powering Adolescent Girls’ Leadership and Action (Nigeria)

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund is inviting applications to support adolescent girls’ leadership, civic participation, and community-driven action in Nigeria. The programme will provide small, flexible grants, capacity building, mentorship, and … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Powering Adolescent Girls’ Leadership and Action (Nigeria)

Apply Now: Food and Nutrition Support for Refugees in Tanzania

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The World Food Programme is accepting grant applications to improve food security, nutrition services, and resilience for vulnerable refugee populations in Nyarugusu Refugee Camp in Tanzania. The project will support food distribution, supplementary feeding, micronutrient … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Food and Nutrition Support for Refugees in Tanzania

RFAs: Stronger Justice Institutions for Local Economic Development (Zimbabwe)

Deadline: 28-Jul-2026 The European Commission’s Stronger Justice Institutions for Local Economic Development (SJIs for LED) Grant Program supports justice sector reform in Zimbabwe by improving justice delivery and expanding access to legal aid. Funded under the EU’s Transparent and Accountable … [Read more...] about RFAs: Stronger Justice Institutions for Local Economic Development (Zimbabwe)

Apply Now: EU Peacebuilding Initiative 2026 (Israel and Palestine)

Deadline: 24-Jul-2026 The EU Peacebuilding Initiative 2026 invites eligible non-profit organisations to submit proposals that strengthen support for peacebuilding and a negotiated two-state solution in Israel and Palestine. The programme has an overall indicative budget of EUR 8 million, divided … [Read more...] about Apply Now: EU Peacebuilding Initiative 2026 (Israel and Palestine)

Call for Proposals for Responsible Parties: Women in Leadership Academy (Lebanon)

Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 UN Women Lebanon has launched a Call for Proposals to establish and operationalize Lebanon’s first Women in Leadership Academy. The initiative will support women leaders across political, public, economic, civic, and peacebuilding sectors through leadership development, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for Responsible Parties: Women in Leadership Academy (Lebanon)

Nominations open for SFSA Science Diplomacy Awards 2026

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Science Diplomacy Awards recognise individuals and organisations that strengthen science-based international partnerships, policy cooperation, and global scientific collaboration. The SFSA 2026 Awards honour contributions across science advice, international STI … [Read more...] about Nominations open for SFSA Science Diplomacy Awards 2026

The Randal Foundation Small Grant Programme (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Randal Foundation Small Grant Programme supports grassroots organisations in Northern Ireland that are working to save lives or significantly improve lives through community-led interventions. Grants of up to £3,000 are available for project costs, with priority given to … [Read more...] about The Randal Foundation Small Grant Programme (United Kingdom)

Open Call: Implementing Climate-Smart Dairy Initiatives (Sri Lanka)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting NGOs and CSOs to implement a climate-smart dairy development project in Sri Lanka under the JSB CP-5 Project. The initiative focuses on strengthening rural livelihoods, improving dairy value chains, promoting women’s … [Read more...] about Open Call: Implementing Climate-Smart Dairy Initiatives (Sri Lanka)

CFPs: Quality Rehabilitation and Reintegration Services for Victims of Violence (Montenegro)

Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The ADA-funded project “Institutionalization of quality services for the rehabilitation and reintegration of victims of violence II” is offering small sub-grants to NGOs in Montenegro. The initiative strengthens gender-based violence (GBV) rehabilitation and reintegration … [Read more...] about CFPs: Quality Rehabilitation and Reintegration Services for Victims of Violence (Montenegro)

Call for Applications: Sustainable Tourism Market Scoping (Uganda)

Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), together with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the European Union (EU), is commissioning a market scoping study focused on sustainable and nature-based tourism Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Sustainable Tourism Market Scoping (Uganda)

CFPs: Promoting Social Cohesion, Community Resilience and Peaceful Coexistence (Libya)

Deadline: 19-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme is inviting proposals from eligible organizations to promote social cohesion, community resilience, and peaceful coexistence in Kufra and Wahat, Libya. The call is part of the Government of Japan-funded project “Advancing Human … [Read more...] about CFPs: Promoting Social Cohesion, Community Resilience and Peaceful Coexistence (Libya)

RFPs: Multidisciplinary Intervention to Support Gender Equality in Palestine

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The Multidisciplinary Intervention in Support of Gender Equality Education in Palestine aims to promote gender equality, strengthen women’s empowerment, and enhance youth participation through education and cultural engagement. The initiative supports projects that address … [Read more...] about RFPs: Multidisciplinary Intervention to Support Gender Equality in Palestine

Call for Applications: Nigeria Green Academy 2026

Deadline: 17-Jun-2026 The Nigeria Green Academy 2026 is inviting applications from young changemakers in Nigeria who want to build skills, networks, and practical tools for addressing governance and development challenges. The programme supports youth leadership, civil society engagement, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Nigeria Green Academy 2026

NISHTHA Maternal and Child Health Programme (India)

Deadline: 20-Jun-2026 The United Nations Children’s Fund is inviting applications to strengthen maternal and child health services in Chhattisgarh through improved newborn and immunization surveillance and household tracking. The NISHTHA programme focuses on pregnancy, childbirth, postnatal care, … [Read more...] about NISHTHA Maternal and Child Health Programme (India)

Partnerships for Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Programme (Zimbabwe)

Deadline: 23-Jun-2026 The Partnerships for Ending Violence Against Women and Girls programme supports women’s rights organisations and civil society actors working to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls in Zimbabwe. The programme focuses on strengthening financial … [Read more...] about Partnerships for Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Programme (Zimbabwe)

Open Call: AU-EU Grants for Youth Participation and Inclusion

Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The AU-EU Youth Voices Third-Party Funding Mechanism provides grants to youth-led groups in Africa and Europe to implement initiatives that address community needs and strengthen youth participation. Grants range from EUR 1,000 to EUR 10,000 and support activities … [Read more...] about Open Call: AU-EU Grants for Youth Participation and Inclusion

Call for EOIs: Adolescent Empowerment and Gender Inclusion in Chhattisgarh (India)

Deadline: 18-Jun-2026 UNICEF has launched a Call for Expression of Interest to support an integrated adolescent empowerment, gender equality, harmful practices prevention, and disability inclusion initiative in Chhattisgarh. The project will be implemented in Janjgir-Champa, Bilaspur, Jashpur, … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Adolescent Empowerment and Gender Inclusion in Chhattisgarh (India)

BOSCH–BMU Innovation Challenge Cohort 2 (India)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The BOSCH–BMU Innovation Challenge supports innovators, researchers, startups, and teams developing technology-driven solutions for sustainable mobility and road safety in India. The programme focuses on clean mobility, inclusive transportation, EV safety, rural charging, … [Read more...] about BOSCH–BMU Innovation Challenge Cohort 2 (India)

Open Call: Multilateral Scientific and Technological Cooperation Research Projects

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 Applications are open for the Multilateral Scientific and Technological Cooperation in the Danube Region to support joint research projects from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2028. The call supports researcher mobility, cross-border scientific cooperation, research capacity … [Read more...] about Open Call: Multilateral Scientific and Technological Cooperation Research Projects

RIZA Grants for Migrant and Refugee Women’s Rights Organisations

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The RIZA initiative is a multi-year EU funding programme designed to strengthen grassroots organisations working on fundamental rights, gender equality, democracy, and social inclusion, with a strong focus on migrant and refugee women. It runs over three … [Read more...] about RIZA Grants for Migrant and Refugee Women’s Rights Organisations

Nominations open for Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2026

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2026 recognize innovative projects that advance both climate action and gender equality. Organized by the Women and Gender Constituency (WGC) and Women Engage for a Common Future (WECF), the awards offer €5,000, international … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2026

Call for Proposals: Stay Well This Winter Grants Program (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 28-Jul-2026 The Stay Well This Winter Grants Program provides grants of up to £3,000 to community organizations supporting vulnerable residents during the winter months in Leeds, United Kingdom. The funding helps projects that reduce isolation, improve physical and mental wellbeing, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Stay Well This Winter Grants Program (United Kingdom)

Call for Proposals: Strengthening Civil Society and Local Governance in Zimbabwe

Deadline: 21-Jul-2026 The European Commission is inviting proposals from eligible non-profit organizations to strengthen civil society participation in governance, accountability, justice, and sustainable local economic development in Zimbabwe. With a total budget of €6 million, the program … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Strengthening Civil Society and Local Governance in Zimbabwe

CFPs: Supporting Women Victims of Violence and Domestic Abuse (Moldova)

Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The Council of Europe Project in Moldova has launched a grant opportunity to support Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) providing direct assistance to women affected by violence against women and domestic violence. The grant offers up to MDL 600,000 for projects that deliver … [Read more...] about CFPs: Supporting Women Victims of Violence and Domestic Abuse (Moldova)

Call for Proposals: Reclaiming Power (Economic) in Palestine

Deadline: 23-Jun-2026 UN Women Palestine Office, with funding from the Government of Norway, is inviting proposals for projects that strengthen Palestinian women’s economic empowerment, livelihoods, and resilience through sustainable income opportunities, vocational training, entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Reclaiming Power (Economic) in Palestine

Ending Violence Through Human Rights Advocacy Course (Malawi)

Deadline: 28-Jun-2026 The GRÓ Gender Equality Studies and Training Programme (GRÓ GEST), in partnership with the Embassy of Iceland in Lilongwe and Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR), is offering a blended learning programme in Malawi focused on ending violence … [Read more...] about Ending Violence Through Human Rights Advocacy Course (Malawi)

Call for Proposals: Reclaiming Power (WPS) in Palestine

Deadline: 23-Jun-2026 UN Women Palestine Office, with funding from the Government of Norway, is seeking proposals for projects that strengthen Palestinian women’s leadership, participation, and influence in humanitarian response, peacebuilding, governance, and decision-making processes. The … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Reclaiming Power (WPS) in Palestine

PACTA Initiative on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (Colombia)

Deadline: 19-Jun-2026 UN Women Colombia has launched a call for proposals under the Coordinated Action Program to Eradicate Violence against Women and Girls in Latin America (PACTA) to strengthen prevention, protection, and response mechanisms addressing violence against women and girls in … [Read more...] about PACTA Initiative on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (Colombia)

2026 STOP Formula Grant Program (United States)

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The Fiscal Year 2026 STOP Formula Grant Program, administered by the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) under the U.S. Department of Justice, provides funding to state governments to strengthen responses to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. … [Read more...] about 2026 STOP Formula Grant Program (United States)

2026 Legal Assistance Grant for Survivors of Violence and Stalking (US)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Legal Assistance for Victims Grant Program provides funding to expand access to legal support for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The program strengthens the ability of experienced organizations to deliver comprehensive legal … [Read more...] about 2026 Legal Assistance Grant for Survivors of Violence and Stalking (US)

EU4Dialogue Phase II Grants for Peacebuilding and Recovery (Georgia)

Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with financial support from the European Union (EU), is inviting community-based organisations to submit proposals under the EU4Dialogue Phase II initiative. The programme supports locally driven projects that promote … [Read more...] about EU4Dialogue Phase II Grants for Peacebuilding and Recovery (Georgia)

Call for Proposals: Addressing Violence Against Women and Girls

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 UN Women, under the EU4 Gender Equality Regional Programme, is inviting civil society organizations to design and implement innovative pilot interventions that prevent and respond to violence against women and girls (VAWG), including technology-facilitated violence (TF VAWG) … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Addressing Violence Against Women and Girls

Apply Now: OVW STOP Formula Grant Program 2026 (United States)

Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 The Fiscal Year 2026 STOP (Services, Training, Officers, and Prosecutors) Formula Grant Program provides approximately USD 173.3 million in funding to states and territories to strengthen responses to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. … [Read more...] about Apply Now: OVW STOP Formula Grant Program 2026 (United States)

GEF Small Grants Programme Call for Project Proposals – Second Round (Cambodia)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The UNDP Cambodia Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme provides funding of up to USD 75,000 for community-led projects that promote environmental conservation, climate resilience, sustainable livelihoods, and ecosystem restoration across Cambodia. The … [Read more...] about GEF Small Grants Programme Call for Project Proposals – Second Round (Cambodia)

L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Maghreb Program

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The L'Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Maghreb Program supports outstanding young women researchers from Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya through research endowments and international recognition. The program promotes scientific excellence in STEM disciplines and provides … [Read more...] about L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Maghreb Program

CFAs: L’Oréal–UNESCO for Women in Science Egypt Young Talents Program

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The L’Oréal–UNESCO for Women in Science Egypt Young Talents Program supports outstanding young Egyptian women researchers through financial awards and international research opportunities. The program recognizes excellence in Life Sciences and Physical Sciences and provides … [Read more...] about CFAs: L’Oréal–UNESCO for Women in Science Egypt Young Talents Program

Open Call: L’Oréal-UNESCO Young Talents Caribbean for Women in Science Program

Deadline: 14-Aug-2026 Applications are now open for the L’Oréal-UNESCO Young Talents Caribbean for Women in Science Program, which recognizes and supports outstanding young women researchers across the Caribbean region. The program aims to promote women’s participation and leadership in … [Read more...] about Open Call: L’Oréal-UNESCO Young Talents Caribbean for Women in Science Program

Submit Applications for Women, Peace and Security Localization Grants (Ukraine)

Deadline: 17-Jun-2026 Applications are now open for a Civil Society Organization (CSO) to support the localization and implementation of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda in eastern Ukraine under the National Action Plan (NAP) on United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Women, Peace and Security Localization Grants (Ukraine)

Call for Applications: Capacity-Building on Gender Equality and Women’s Participation

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 Applications are now open for a three-day Capacity-Building Programme on Gender Equality and Women’s Participation for professionals from Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) partner countries working in gender equality, governance, women’s empowerment, and related sectors. The … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Capacity-Building on Gender Equality and Women’s Participation

Call for Women’s Economic Empowerment and Reintegration Grants (Moldova)

Deadline: 16-Jun-2026 Applications are now open for the UN Women Moldova Economic Empowerment and Reintegration Support Programme, designed to support women in contact with the criminal justice system through tailored economic empowerment, employability, and reintegration services in the Republic … [Read more...] about Call for Women’s Economic Empowerment and Reintegration Grants (Moldova)

Apply Now: Safe Housing and Urban Recovery Grants (Syria)

Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 UN-Habitat Syria Programme is seeking a qualified local Implementing Partner to support a four-month project focused on resilient urban recovery and safe voluntary returns in conflict-affected communities across Syria. The initiative aims to strengthen recovery planning, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Safe Housing and Urban Recovery Grants (Syria)

Open Call for Expressions of Interest to support Human Rights Work in Sri Lanka

Deadline: 23-Jun-2026 KIOS Foundation has launched an open call for Expressions of Interest to support human rights initiatives in Sri Lanka led by local civil society organisations. The funding opportunity focuses on promoting and protecting the rights of marginalised groups in vulnerable … [Read more...] about Open Call for Expressions of Interest to support Human Rights Work in Sri Lanka

CFAs: L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Regional Award

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The L’Oréal-UNESCO “For Women in Science” Regional Award is accepting applications from outstanding female researchers in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. The award recognizes women scientists who have demonstrated excellence in research and scientific leadership while … [Read more...] about CFAs: L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Regional Award

Applications open for Mobilize Power Fund (US)

Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The Mobilize Power Fund provides rapid-response funding to gender justice organizations facing urgent, unexpected challenges in their organizing and movement-building work. It supports activities such as emergency safety, mutual aid, conflict transformation, and rapid … [Read more...] about Applications open for Mobilize Power Fund (US)

Applications open for Travel Elevates Global Impact Grants

Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 The Travel Elevates Global Impact Grant Program funds nonprofit organizations working to improve education, technology access, and economic opportunity in travel-linked destinations. It supports projects such as school development, teacher training, tech education, and … [Read more...] about Applications open for Travel Elevates Global Impact Grants

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