Women & Gender

Program to Strengthen Women’s Rights Organizations and Advocacy Capacity (Ukraine)

Deadline: 17-Jun-2026 Applications are open for the ActionAid Eastern Europe Capacity-Building Programme, a structured initiative supporting women-led and women’s rights organizations across Ukraine. Implemented with support from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), the … [Read more...] about Program to Strengthen Women’s Rights Organizations and Advocacy Capacity (Ukraine)

Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Change Fund (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The Ending Violence Against Women and Girls – The Change Fund (2025–26) supports community and voluntary organisations delivering prevention-focused projects across the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough. The programme is designed to reduce violence against women and girls by … [Read more...] about Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Change Fund (United Kingdom)

RFAs: Integrating a Gender Perspective into Legal Education

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Council of Europe is accepting applications for a regional workshop on “Integrating a Gender Perspective into Legal Education”, scheduled for 23 October 2026 at the European Youth Centre Budapest (EYCB) in Hungary. The workshop will bring together up to 60 … [Read more...] about RFAs: Integrating a Gender Perspective into Legal Education

Applications open for Novartis Health Equity Initiative (Canada)

Deadline: 19-Jun-2026 The Novartis Canada Health Equity Initiative is accepting applications from Canadian charitable and non-profit organizations working to reduce health inequities and improve healthcare access for underserved populations. The 2026 funding theme focuses on Women and … [Read more...] about Applications open for Novartis Health Equity Initiative (Canada)

Request for Proposals: Strengthening Circular Economy in the Philippines

Deadline: 07-Aug-2026 The European Commission is seeking proposals for a Twinning project to strengthen circular economy implementation and promote a green, low-carbon, and resource-efficient economy in the Philippines. The initiative will support the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) in … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Strengthening Circular Economy in the Philippines

Call for Proposals: Uganda Refugee Support, Empowerment and Transformation (ReSET) Project

Deadline: 16-Jun-2026 The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is seeking concept notes for the Uganda Refugee Support, Empowerment and Transformation (ReSET) Project, a major initiative designed to strengthen humanitarian assistance, resilience, and self-reliance among refugees … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Uganda Refugee Support, Empowerment and Transformation (ReSET) Project

Call for Proposals to Support Small-Scale Development Projects (Tanzania)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Small Grants 2026 programme is designed to support flexible and locally driven development initiatives that respond directly to the needs of communities in Tanzania. The initiative is funded by the Slovak Agency for International Development Cooperation in collaboration … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to Support Small-Scale Development Projects (Tanzania)

Entries open for Meroogal Women’s Art Prize (Australia)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Meroogal Women’s Art Prize is a non-acquisitive art competition open to women artists aged 18+ who are residents of New South Wales (NSW). It invites artworks responding to the historic Meroogal house, its women’s histories, and cultural heritage. The total prize pool … [Read more...] about Entries open for Meroogal Women’s Art Prize (Australia)

CFPs: Community Engagement and Planting of Nature-based Solutions (Kiribati)

Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The Kiribati–Australia Climate Security Initiative (KACSI), implemented by DFAT, UNOPS, and the Government of Kiribati, invites proposals to strengthen climate resilience through community engagement, awareness, capacity building, and nature-based coastal protection. The grant … [Read more...] about CFPs: Community Engagement and Planting of Nature-based Solutions (Kiribati)

Call for Civic Participation and Women’s Political and Decision-making Participation (Papua New Guinea)

Deadline: 24-Aug-2026 The European Commission has launched a call for proposals in Papua New Guinea to strengthen civic participation, democratic governance, accountability, human rights, and women’s political participation ahead of and following the 2027 national elections. The programme … [Read more...] about Call for Civic Participation and Women’s Political and Decision-making Participation (Papua New Guinea)

Open Call: COP17 Women delegates Negotiation Training

Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) has launched the second round of the Women Delegates Fund (WDF) training ahead of COP17 to strengthen women’s participation in international environmental negotiations. The initiative supports women delegates from … [Read more...] about Open Call: COP17 Women delegates Negotiation Training

Applications open for Basic Skills for Economic Growth and Innovation

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is inviting proposals under the Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions framework to strengthen evidence on how basic skills contribute to productivity, innovation, competitiveness, and economic growth across Europe. The call supports large-scale … [Read more...] about Applications open for Basic Skills for Economic Growth and Innovation

Applications open for Youth Climate Grant 2026 (Bangladesh)

Deadline: 03-Jun-2026 The Youth Climate Grant 2026 supports youth-led and volunteer-driven climate action initiatives in Bangladesh focused on adaptation, mitigation, resilience, and community awareness. It funds grassroots projects addressing climate-smart agriculture, waste … [Read more...] about Applications open for Youth Climate Grant 2026 (Bangladesh)

Call for Proposals: Promoting Inclusive Local Governance and Women’s Participation (Moldova)

Deadline: 11-Jun-2026 UN Women is inviting civil society organizations and consortiums in the Republic of Moldova to strengthen inclusive local governance by enhancing women’s leadership, civic participation, and community engagement in decision-making processes. The programme supports grassroots … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Promoting Inclusive Local Governance and Women’s Participation (Moldova)

Grants for Behavioural Change and Online Violence Prevention for Women and Girls

Deadline: 12-Jun-2026 UN Women is inviting civil society organizations to implement a regional behavioural change and awareness campaign addressing technology-facilitated violence against women and girls in the Western Balkans. The initiative targets young people aged 16–25 across six countries and … [Read more...] about Grants for Behavioural Change and Online Violence Prevention for Women and Girls

Request for Applications: Core Grants Program in United States

Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The Core Grants Program is accepting applications from U.S.-based organizations working to strengthen women’s and girls’ safety, leadership, participation, and gender equity through collaborative and research-driven approaches. In 2026, the programme will award … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Core Grants Program in United States

CFPs: Fostering Global Partnerships in Cultural Policies and CCI Innovation

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The Horizon Europe Cultural Collaboration Programme is a European Commission funding initiative designed to support international cultural cooperation, creative industry development, and innovative cultural policy research. The programme forms part of the broader Horizon … [Read more...] about CFPs: Fostering Global Partnerships in Cultural Policies and CCI Innovation

Grant Call for Judiciary and Human Rights Initiatives (Ukraine)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The 3E4U programme provides grants to Ukrainian civil society organisations (CSOs) to support EU accession-related reforms in Judiciary, Human Rights, and Law Enforcement. The initiative strengthens civil society engagement in policymaking and implementation linked to … [Read more...] about Grant Call for Judiciary and Human Rights Initiatives (Ukraine)

Apply Now: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Ukraine)

Deadline: 10-Jun-2026 The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives in Ukraine is a local development grant programme that supports practical, community-driven projects. It is intended for initiatives designed mainly by local actors and aligned with Canada’s thematic priorities. The fund is aimed at … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Ukraine)

Call for EOIs: Rural WASH and Hygiene Improvement Programme (India)

Deadline: 31-May-2026 UNICEF is inviting applications for a rural WASH systems-strengthening initiative in Uttar Pradesh. The programme focuses on improving access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene services while addressing gender inequities and supporting climate-resilient community … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Rural WASH and Hygiene Improvement Programme (India)

Apply Now: Implementation of the Caring Environments Project (Colombia)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 UN Women is inviting a legally registered non-profit organization in Colombia to implement the “It’s Time to Care!” initiative in the department of Nariño. The project aims to strengthen care systems, expand women’s economic autonomy, and build lasting collaboration between … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Implementation of the Caring Environments Project (Colombia)

RFPs: Green Value Chain Study on Bamboo, Pottery and Safe Farming (Nepal)

Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 UNDP Nepal and Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City (DSMC) are inviting proposals to conduct a multi-product value chain study focused on inclusive green growth and circular economy opportunities in Nepal. The study covers bamboo products, banana fiber products, pottery and clay … [Read more...] about RFPs: Green Value Chain Study on Bamboo, Pottery and Safe Farming (Nepal)

Call for Entries: Women in STEM Awards 2026 (Thailand)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The British Embassy Bangkok and Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) run the UK–Thailand Women in STEM Awards 2026 to support short-term research and professional visits to the UK for Thai women researchers. The scheme promotes … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Women in STEM Awards 2026 (Thailand)

Empowering Women in Tech – Essay Scholarship (United States)

Deadline: 15-Nov-2026 The Empowering Women in Tech – Essay Scholarship is a $3,000 scholarship launched by Designli to support female students in the United States pursuing careers in technology, AI, and entrepreneurship. Applicants must submit a 1,000-word essay on women’s role in the AI business … [Read more...] about Empowering Women in Tech – Essay Scholarship (United States)

Cinema Grants for Film Festivals, Research, Education and Production (Philippines)

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is inviting applications for its 2027 Cinema Grants Program to support regional film festivals, film education, research, publications, short film production, full-length post-production, and audience development … [Read more...] about Cinema Grants for Film Festivals, Research, Education and Production (Philippines)

Open Call: Integrated Community Health Programme for Universal Health Care (Sierra Leone)

Deadline: 01-Jun-2026 The UNICEF-led Integrated Community Health Programme for Universal Health Care through Primary Health Care Systems in Sierra Leone is inviting NGOs to support the strengthening and professionalization of the Community Health Worker (CHW) programme. The initiative aims to … [Read more...] about Open Call: Integrated Community Health Programme for Universal Health Care (Sierra Leone)

Apply Now for Women and Girls in Astronomy Program 2026

Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Women and Girls in Astronomy Program (WGAP) supports projects that use astronomy as a tool for development while advancing opportunities for women, girls, and underrepresented genders in astronomy and STEM fields. The programme funds innovative projects that promote … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Women and Girls in Astronomy Program 2026

Call for Livelihood and Economic Empowerment for Refugees in Botswana

Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is inviting grant applications to support livelihood and economic empowerment initiatives for refugees, asylum-seekers, and stateless persons in Botswana. The programme focuses on strengthening … [Read more...] about Call for Livelihood and Economic Empowerment for Refugees in Botswana

Apply Now: Livelihood and Self-Reliance Programme for Refugees (Eswatini)

Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is accepting grant applications to support refugee-led initiatives that improve livelihoods, economic empowerment, and self-reliance among refugees and asylum-seekers in Eswatini. The programme focuses on community-led … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Livelihood and Self-Reliance Programme for Refugees (Eswatini)

Call for Community-Based Livelihoods Program in Apure State (Venezuela)

Deadline: 29-May-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking Expressions of Interest to implement a community-based livelihoods programme in Apure State, Venezuela. The initiative aims to strengthen food security, resilience, and income generation for vulnerable households through integrated … [Read more...] about Call for Community-Based Livelihoods Program in Apure State (Venezuela)

Call for Nominations: Asia-Pacific WEPs Awards 2026

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The 2026 Asia-Pacific WEPs Awards recognize organizations that actively promote gender equality and women’s empowerment in workplaces and across business ecosystems. The awards assess how well organizations implement the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), including … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Asia-Pacific WEPs Awards 2026

Call for Proposals: Country-led Projects Initiatives (9th Edition)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP) has launched its 9th Call for Proposals to fund country-led initiatives that strengthen food security, rural livelihoods, and sustainable agriculture systems. The program provides approximately US$163 million in grants … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Country-led Projects Initiatives (9th Edition)

Apply for Early Childhood Education and Parenting Support Initiative (Algeria)

Deadline: 25-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund is accepting applications to strengthen early education, parenting practices, and child development for Sahrawi children in the Wilaya de Tindouf, Algeria through the Educa a tu Hijo approach. The initiative focuses … [Read more...] about Apply for Early Childhood Education and Parenting Support Initiative (Algeria)

Open Call: Governing Global Commons Sustainably Initiative

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications to support multidisciplinary research and solutions for the sustainable governance of global commons in a rapidly changing geopolitical environment. The initiative focuses on strengthening governance … [Read more...] about Open Call: Governing Global Commons Sustainably Initiative

RFAs: Local Democracy, Participation and Governance Research Initiative

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is accepting grant applications to support research and policymaking aimed at strengthening democratic governance and improving understanding of local democratic systems in low-income and lower-middle-income countries. The initiative focuses on … [Read more...] about RFAs: Local Democracy, Participation and Governance Research Initiative

Grant Funding and Acceleration Support for Climate and Gender Equality Initiatives

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, in partnership with Convergence Blended Finance, has launched the Indo-Pacific NGO Blended Finance Accelerator to help NGOs unlock private investment for climate action and gender equality initiatives across the … [Read more...] about Grant Funding and Acceleration Support for Climate and Gender Equality Initiatives

RFAs: Addressing Gender-Based Violence Against Women and LGBTIQ+ People

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission has launched a new Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action supporting projects that address gender-based violence and politically motivated violence targeting women and LGBTIQ people involved in public and political life. The programme supports … [Read more...] about RFAs: Addressing Gender-Based Violence Against Women and LGBTIQ+ People

Open Call: Economic Stabilisation and Community Resilience in Afghanistan

Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The European Commission has launched a Call for Expression of Interest to support economic stabilisation, resilient livelihoods, and community resilience in Afghanistan. The programme focuses on displaced populations, returnees, women, youth, and vulnerable communities … [Read more...] about Open Call: Economic Stabilisation and Community Resilience in Afghanistan

Call for Strengthening Women’s Leadership and Political Participation (Ecuador)

Deadline: 04-Jun-2026 UN Women has launched a call for proposals in Ecuador to strengthen the leadership and technical capacities of women candidates and elected women leaders. The initiative supports the adaptation and implementation of a Legislative Induction Training Program focused on political … [Read more...] about Call for Strengthening Women’s Leadership and Political Participation (Ecuador)

Call for Proposals: Digital Skills Training for Women Affected by Conflict in Colombia

Deadline: 27-May-2026 UN Women is seeking an implementing partner organization to design and implement a digital skills training strategy for conflict-affected women in urban and rural areas of Pasto, Colombia. The initiative supports women’s economic autonomy, digital inclusion, and access to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Digital Skills Training for Women Affected by Conflict in Colombia

Call for Proposals: Culture Driven Local Development Grants (Slovakia)

Deadline: 05-Aug-2026 Applications are open for culture-driven projects in Slovakia that strengthen artistic creation, cultural participation, and social inclusion through arts and heritage initiatives. The programme supports projects combining artistic quality with community impact and long-term … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Culture Driven Local Development Grants (Slovakia)

Call for Implementing Partner for 9th Country Programme (Philippines)

Deadline: 26-May-2026 The United Nations Population Fund is inviting implementing partners to support its 9th Country Programme in the Philippines focused on sexual and reproductive health, gender equality, youth empowerment, and resilience systems. The programme supports scalable and … [Read more...] about Call for Implementing Partner for 9th Country Programme (Philippines)

Call for Gender Equality Accelerator Project Proposals (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Gender Equality Accelerator Programme is a joint United Nations initiative designed to address structural gender inequalities affecting women and girls across Bosnia and Herzegovina. The programme is implemented by: UN Women UNICEF United Nations Development … [Read more...] about Call for Gender Equality Accelerator Project Proposals (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

CFAs: Strengthening Social Protection for Women and Children in Rajasthan (India)

Deadline: 30-May-2026 The UNICEF grant initiative aims to strengthen social protection systems for women and children in Rajasthan by improving welfare scheme coverage, institutional coordination, and service delivery for vulnerable populations. The programme focuses on multidimensional poverty … [Read more...] about CFAs: Strengthening Social Protection for Women and Children in Rajasthan (India)

CFPs: Emergency Food and Cash Assistance Programme (Afghanistan)

Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking implementing partners to deliver urgent food assistance and emergency response support in northeastern Afghanistan, particularly in Takhar, Baghlan, Kunduz, and Badakhshan provinces. The programme addresses severe food insecurity, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Emergency Food and Cash Assistance Programme (Afghanistan)

Call for Applications: Small Grants Programme 2026 (Belarus)

Deadline: 29-May-2026 The Slovak Small Grants Programme is implemented through the Slovak Embassy in Minsk as part of Slovakia’s international development cooperation efforts. The programme funds flexible, community-focused development initiatives that respond to local priorities while supporting … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Small Grants Programme 2026 (Belarus)

Peace and Security Fellowships for Sudanese Women

Deadline: 24-May-2026 The Peace and Security Fellowship is a fully funded one-year programme supporting Sudanese women engaged in activism, leadership, and peacebuilding work. It focuses on strengthening skills in conflict resolution, governance, and the Women, Peace and Security agenda through … [Read more...] about Peace and Security Fellowships for Sudanese Women

CFPs: Jordan Humanitarian and Systems Strengthening Programme

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Jordan Humanitarian and Systems Strengthening Programme (JHASS) aims to improve the wellbeing, safety, resilience, and social cohesion of refugees and vulnerable Jordanians through survivor-centred and inclusive protection programming. The programme is expected to run … [Read more...] about CFPs: Jordan Humanitarian and Systems Strengthening Programme

CFPs: Strengthening Community-Led Sanitation and Hygiene Systems (India)

Deadline: 20-May-2026 UNICEF is inviting applications to strengthen sanitation market ecosystems in Bihar, India, with the goal of improving safely managed sanitation systems and hygiene outcomes. The initiative supports sanitation infrastructure, market development, livelihood creation, community … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening Community-Led Sanitation and Hygiene Systems (India)

Apply now for Indigenous Violence Prevention Grants Program (Canada)

Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has launched the Indigenous Violence Prevention Grants Program to support initiatives that prevent violence affecting Indigenous women, children, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals. The programme provides funding of up to $30,000 per … [Read more...] about Apply now for Indigenous Violence Prevention Grants Program (Canada)

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