(September 2019)
We have compiled a list of open funding opportunities for organizations working in the area of human rights and social justice.
Submit Your Applications for 2019 Human Rights Prize of the French Republic
Applicants are invited to apply for 2019 “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” Human Rights Prize of the French Republic, awarded by the Prime Minister of the French Government…[more]
Nominations Open for 2019 Human Rights Prize
Nominations are now open for the 2019 Human Rights Prize to recognize the fundamental role of civil society in the promotion and protection of human rights around the world…[more]
2019 Knowledge Management Fund to diversify Thinking and Evidence in the Security & Rule of Law
Applicants are invited to apply for the 2019 Knowledge Management Fund with an aim to diversify thinking and evidence in the Security & Rule of Law (SRoL) field, particularly in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Settings (FCAS)…[more]
2020 Alliance for Historical Dialogue and Accountability (AHDA) Fellowship Program
The Institute for the Study of Human Rights (ISHR) at Columbia University is currently seeking applications for the Alliance for Historical Dialogue and Accountability (AHDA) Fellowship Program…[more]
Photography 4 Humanity Global Prize: A Chance to Receive $5,000 USD
Nominations are now open for “Photography 4 Humanity” which is an international initiative that calls on photographers around the world to bring to life the power of human rights through their images…[more]
Applications Open for Luis Valtueña International Humanitarian Photography Award
Applications are open for Luis Valtueña International Humanitarian Photography Award which is granted by Médicos del Mundo Spain to recognize the work of professional photographers who, through their images, denounce inequities, injustices and abuses, or testify to the situations that propitiate them or that fight…[more]
Nominate a Peacemaker for the 2021 Sydney Peace Prize
The Sydney Peace Foundation is pleased to announce its Sydney Peace Prize 2021, Australia’s only international prize for peace to recognise leading global peacemakers, ensure their voices are heard, and support their vital work for a fairer world…[more]
Apply for Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize and Get a Chance to Win $100,000
Grinnell College is seeking applications from across the globe for the 2020 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize that honors individuals who have demonstrated leadership in their fields and who show creativity, commitment, and extraordinary accomplishment in effecting positive social change…[more]
Aspen Institute’s Training Program for NGO Professionals (Human Rights, Health, Environment, Water, Education, Governance…)
The Aspen Institute in Washington DC is seeking nominations for its 2020 New Voices Fellowship which is a year-long program that provides intensive media and advocacy training for frontline development experts…[more]
AAA-ICDR Foundation now Accepting Grant Requests for its 2020 Cycle
The AAA-ICDR Foundation is now accepting Initial Descriptions of Grant Requests for its 2020 cycle. The Foundation’s primary focus will be on innovative and replicable proposals that specifically focus on one or more of the following areas…[more]
European Commission seeking Proposals to Promote, Protect and Monitor the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
The European Commission-Employment, Social Affairs & Inclusion is accepting proposals for its “Operating Grants 2020 to EU level networks having signed a framework partnership agreement for the period 2018-2021 and being active in the area: rights of persons with disabilities”…[more]
Country Specific
Equatorial Guinea – EU announces Call for Proposals to Support Civil Society Initiatives to Promote Democracy and Human Rights in Equatorial Guinea
Armenia – EU seeking Proposals for “Consolidation of the Justice System in Armenia”
Japan – EU seeking Proposals for Promotion of Fundamental Rights: Abolition of the Death Penalty in Japan
Malawi – EU announces EIDHR Country Based Support Scheme (CBSS) in Malawi
Ukraine – Ukraine: Call for Concept Notes for 2020 Human Rights Fund
Jordan – Australian Government’s Direct Aid Program to Reduce Poverty in Jordan
Namibia – 2020 Call for Proposals to Promote Human Rights Projects in Namibia