Deadline: 31 October 2017 The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) in partnership with the African Union is implementing the 2017 Edition of the "Kwame Nkrumah Regional Scientific Awards for Women" to promote the participation of women in science and technology across the … [Read more...] about Apply for African Union’s 2017 Kwame Nkrumah Regional Scientific Awards for Women!
Latest Grants and Resources in Zambia
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Zambia.
Future for Nature Award 2018: Stimulating a New Generation of Nature Conservation Leaders
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Future for Nature Foundation is seeking nominations for Future for Nature Award 2018 with aims to stimulate a new generation of nature conservation leaders by providing support to young, talented and ambitious conservationists committed to protecting species of wild … [Read more...] about Future for Nature Award 2018: Stimulating a New Generation of Nature Conservation Leaders
China Residencies Open Call: Inviting Applicants for 4th Crystal Ruth Bell Residency Program
Deadline: 17 July 2017 China Residencies and Red Gate are inviting applicants to apply for its fourth edition of the Crystal Ruth Bell Residency program in Beijing for the months of November and December 2017. This is a wide open call, with no restrictions based on age, medium, educational … [Read more...] about China Residencies Open Call: Inviting Applicants for 4th Crystal Ruth Bell Residency Program
Nominations Open for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security 2017!
Deadline: 27 September 2017 The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) and its Geopolitics and Global Futures Programme, under the umbrella of its Creativity and Innovation Initiative, invites applications from across the globe for Prize for Innovation in Global Security 2017, established to … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security 2017!
Africa Thesis Award: Promoting the Study of African Cultures and Societies
Deadline: 9 July 2017 The African Studies Centre Leiden is seeking nominations for its Africa Thesis Award that aims to encourage student research and writing on Africa and to promote the study of African cultures and societies. It is presented annually to a student whose Masters thesis has been … [Read more...] about Africa Thesis Award: Promoting the Study of African Cultures and Societies
Nominations Open for World Summit Award! An Open Call for Young Innovators
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Nominations are open for The World Summit Awards (WSA) Young Innovators to promote and award innovators under the age of 30, who developed a digital application tackling the UN SDGs. The World Summit Awards are a non-monetary award system with a focus on sustainable … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for World Summit Award! An Open Call for Young Innovators
Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves: Submit Project Concepts for Humanitarian Clean Cooking Fund (HCCF)
Deadline: 21 July 2017 Applications are open for "The Humanitarian Clean Cooking Fund (HCCF)", which is a new grant fund established by the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves (Alliance) with support from the Norwegian Agency for International Development. The HCCF's primary objective is to … [Read more...] about Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves: Submit Project Concepts for Humanitarian Clean Cooking Fund (HCCF)
Applications Open for Japan Foreign Trade Council (JFTC) Essay Competition 2017!
Deadline: 8 September 2017 The Japan Foreign Trade Council (JFTC) is inviting applicants for its JFTC Essay Competition 2017 to encourage students, young researchers and business people to express their opinions on matters of national and international importance. Essay Topics What … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Japan Foreign Trade Council (JFTC) Essay Competition 2017!
Applications Open for European Commission’s “Birth Day Prize”!
Deadline: 6 September 2017 The European Commission is seeking applications for its initiative "The Birth Day Prize". The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (or the Foundation) and Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., subsidiary of Merck & Co. Inc., Kenilworth, NJ USA (or MSD) have committed to award … [Read more...] about Applications Open for European Commission’s “Birth Day Prize”!
Call for Applications: AAAS Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science
Deadline: 15 August 2017 The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is currently seeking nominations for its Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science to recognize scientists, journalists, and public servants for significant contributions to science and to the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: AAAS Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science
CODESRIA: Applications Open for Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI)
Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA) is currently seeking applications for its Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI) to support research that contributes to agendas for imagining, planning and creating African futures. MRI … [Read more...] about CODESRIA: Applications Open for Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI)
News Corp Media Fellowship: Seeking Applications from English-Speaking African Journalists!
Deadline: 27 July 2017 Interested in sharpening your digital skills while working alongside your peers in London? Eager to share your experience with award-winning colleagues abroad? So, what are you waiting for? Apply to the News Corp Media Fellowship for a chance to learn how some of the most … [Read more...] about News Corp Media Fellowship: Seeking Applications from English-Speaking African Journalists!
Nominations Open for 2018 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity!
Deadline: 8 September 2017 Nominations are open for the 2018 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity, a global humanitarian award granted by the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative on behalf of the survivors of the Armenian Genocide and in gratitude to their saviors. The Aurora Prize is seeking the stories … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity!
Nominations Open for International Equals in Tech Awards: Recognizing ICT Initiatives Empowering Women and Girls
Deadline: 15 September 2017 Nominations are now being accepted for international ‘Equals in Tech’ Awards recognizing ICT initiatives empowering women and girls. The awards promote and support gender equality in the ICT field. The “Equals in Tech” Awards (formerly the GEM-TECH Awards) is an annual … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for International Equals in Tech Awards: Recognizing ICT Initiatives Empowering Women and Girls
Applications Open for Trust Conference Scholarship Programme!
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The Trust Conference Scholarship, a part of the Trust Conference is now open for applications inviting all applicants working in the areas of human trafficking, slavery and human rights. Priority will be given to applicants from developing countries who demonstrate their … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Trust Conference Scholarship Programme!
RIA’s Call for Papers for Symposium on Human Rights and the Humanities!
Deadline: 1 July 2017 The Royal Irish Academy is calling for papers for Symposium on Human Rights and the Humanities that will be held on 7 December 2017. The keynote lecture will be delivered by Samuel Moyn (Yale). The symposium seeks to consider human rights in a larger perspective, one that the … [Read more...] about RIA’s Call for Papers for Symposium on Human Rights and the Humanities!
Lipman-Miliband Trust: Seeking Applications for The Southern Africa Fund
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Lipman-Miliband Trust is seeking applications for its Southern Africa Fund in order to support progressive social, economic and cultural projects which originate from, or engage with, Southern Africa. Applications can be for small projects but also could be for … [Read more...] about Lipman-Miliband Trust: Seeking Applications for The Southern Africa Fund
DFID: Women’s Integrated Sexual Health Programme for Africa & Asia
Deadline: 12 July 2017 The UK’s Department for International Development (DFID), as a signatory to the global Family Planning (FP) 2020 agreement, is currently seeking applications for its Women’s Integrated Sexual Health (WISH) programme across Africa and Asia with the commitment to doubling its … [Read more...] about DFID: Women’s Integrated Sexual Health Programme for Africa & Asia
2017 LCA Award: Strengthening Capacities for putting Life Cycle Thinking into Effective Practice!
Deadline: 29 June 2017 Applications are open for 2017 LCA Award. The Life Cycle Initiative has the goal to enable users around the world to put life cycle thinking into effective practice, and UN Environment serves as its secretariat. As part of the flagship activities being pursued in 2017, … [Read more...] about 2017 LCA Award: Strengthening Capacities for putting Life Cycle Thinking into Effective Practice!
Partnership for Clean Competition: Apply for Anti-Doping Research Grant
Deadline: 1 July 2017 The Partnership for Clean Competition (PCC) is currently accepting applications for its Anti-Doping Research Grant program, to contribute to a movement in addressing doping’s root causes and ultimately decreasing the use of performance-enhancing drugs by all participants in … [Read more...] about Partnership for Clean Competition: Apply for Anti-Doping Research Grant
Call for Applications: International Policy Dialogue Conference on Money, Security and Democratic Governance in Africa
Deadline: 30 July 2017 The Council for Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA) and the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) have announced an international conference on Money, Security and Democratic Governance in Africa that will be held in Bamako, Mali on October … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: International Policy Dialogue Conference on Money, Security and Democratic Governance in Africa
International Federation of Arts Councils and Culture Agencies: Inviting Applicants for 8th World Summit on Arts and Culture!
Deadline: 6 July 2017 International Federation of Arts Councils and Culture Agencies (IFACCA) is inviting applicants for its World Summit on Arts and Culture that will be held in Kuala Lumpur on 11-14 March 2019. It is co-hosted by IFACCA and the National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN) of … [Read more...] about International Federation of Arts Councils and Culture Agencies: Inviting Applicants for 8th World Summit on Arts and Culture!
ENEA Access Call for Projects: Supporting Organizations and Entrepreneurs in Developing their Energy Access Initiatives in Africa
Deadline: 31 July 2017 ENEA Consulting has launched the ENEA Access Call for Projects to support Non Profits, NGOs, Technology Developers, and Social Entrepreneurs in developing their energy access initiatives in Africa. To achieve this objective, ENEA has committed to providing each selected … [Read more...] about ENEA Access Call for Projects: Supporting Organizations and Entrepreneurs in Developing their Energy Access Initiatives in Africa
Nordic Innovation Challenge 2017: Design and Manufacturing for a Circular Economy
Deadline: 1 September 2017 The LAUNCH Nordic Innovation Challenge 2017 is accepting applications to address this year’s challenge: Design and Manufacturing for a Circular Economy. LAUNCH Nordic seeks to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable society through open innovation, industry … [Read more...] about Nordic Innovation Challenge 2017: Design and Manufacturing for a Circular Economy
IWMF’s Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists: Supporting Production of Ambitious Projects Globally
Deadline: 25 July 2017 The International Women Media Foundation (IWMF) is currently inviting women journalists from around the world for its Howard G. Buffett Fund to support the production of ambitious projects and underreported, globally important stories. The Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women … [Read more...] about IWMF’s Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists: Supporting Production of Ambitious Projects Globally
MasterCard Foundation’s Fund for Rural Prosperity 2017 Competition: Improving the Lives of Poor People in Rural Africa
Deadline: 10 August 2017 Is your business working to scale up a financial product or service to transform more lives in Africa? If yes, then apply for the MasterCard Foundation Fund for Rural Prosperity Competition. The MasterCard Foundation Fund for Rural Prosperity (FRP) is seeking applications … [Read more...] about MasterCard Foundation’s Fund for Rural Prosperity 2017 Competition: Improving the Lives of Poor People in Rural Africa
Nominations Open for D-Prize: Recognizing Aspiring Entrepreneurs from Across the Globe
Deadline: 30 July 2017 Can you design a business or NGO that solves one of the Distribution Challenges? Nominations are now open for the D-Prize, recognizing new entrepreneurs who increase access to proven poverty interventions. D-Prize Challenges Girl's Education Agriculture … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for D-Prize: Recognizing Aspiring Entrepreneurs from Across the Globe
Opportunities Knock Your Door: Seeking Applications for City Ambassadors “1 Million Impacts Campaign”
Deadline: 25 June 2017 Opportunities Knock Your Door is seeking applications for City Ambassadors as a part of the 1 Million Impacts Campaign. City Ambassadors are passionate individuals from all over the world who volunteer to promote United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) in … [Read more...] about Opportunities Knock Your Door: Seeking Applications for City Ambassadors “1 Million Impacts Campaign”
Call for Proposals: 10th UNESCO Youth Forum for Young Change-makers
Deadline: 25 June 2017 UNESCO has launched a call for proposals for young change-makers to attend the 10th UNESCO Youth Forum, entitled “Rethinking Youth Engagement with UNESCO” (25-26 October 2017, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France). The primary aim of the Forum is to build sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: 10th UNESCO Youth Forum for Young Change-makers
International Elephant Foundation: Seeking Proposals for Conservation Project Grant 2018
Deadline: 11 August 2017 The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) is currently seeking proposals for 2018 Elephant Conservation and Research Funding Support. Target Areas Asian Elephant: Human-elephant conflict mitigation and coexistence Reducing habitat fragmentation and loss … [Read more...] about International Elephant Foundation: Seeking Proposals for Conservation Project Grant 2018
Africa Art Lines Call for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for Artistic Mobility Fund in Africa
Deadline: 16 July 2017 Africa Art Lines is seeking proposals for its Artistic Mobility Fund in Africa to allow artists and cultural operators carrying artistic projects between morocco and other African countries to benefit from grants for their travel expenses. Africa art lines is open to artists … [Read more...] about Africa Art Lines Call for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for Artistic Mobility Fund in Africa
Apply to Participate in OpenIDEO Education in Emergencies Challenge!
Deadline 25 June 2017 Applications are currently open for OpenIDEO Education in Emergencies Challenge, A MIKTA initiative delivered with Australian Aid, inviting individuals and organizations of diverse expertise and perspectives, those who work in the education in emergencies sector, those who … [Read more...] about Apply to Participate in OpenIDEO Education in Emergencies Challenge!
Apply for Africa 2017 Photo Competition: Changing the Perception of Africa
Deadline: 1 September 2017 Applications are open for Africa 2017 Photo Competition that is sponsored by Agility. The story of today’s Africa – young, growing, urbanizing, and tech-savvy – needs to be told. As a company committed to supporting local capacity in Africa, Agility wants to capture the … [Read more...] about Apply for Africa 2017 Photo Competition: Changing the Perception of Africa
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Business and Human Rights in the ICT Sector to Advance Internet Freedom
Deadline: 25 September 2017 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) has announced an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for collaborative policy advocacy initiatives to coordinate and amplify existing business and human … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Business and Human Rights in the ICT Sector to Advance Internet Freedom
Applications Open for World Bank Group’s Young Professionals Program (YPP)!
Deadline: 28 July 2017 The World Bank is currently inviting applicants for its Young Professionals Program (YPP) with an aim to provide opportunity for younger talent who have both a passion for international development and the leadership potential to grow in fascinating top technical and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for World Bank Group’s Young Professionals Program (YPP)!
Human Rights INGO Call for Proposals 2017: Preventing Discrimination in Development and Promoting the Right to Health of Women and Girls
Deadline: 14 July 2017 The Unit for Human Rights Policy at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland has announced a Call for Proposals directed to international non-governmental organisations (INGOs) that focus on promoting human rights and preventing discrimination in development or promote the … [Read more...] about Human Rights INGO Call for Proposals 2017: Preventing Discrimination in Development and Promoting the Right to Health of Women and Girls
Thrasher Research Fund: Inviting Applicants for Early Career Awards
Deadline: 19 September 2017 The Thrasher Research Fund is currently inviting applications for its Early Career Awards with an aim to encourage the development of medical research in child health by awarding small grants to new researchers, helping them gain a foothold in this important … [Read more...] about Thrasher Research Fund: Inviting Applicants for Early Career Awards
Business and Arts South Africa: Seeking Nominations for BASA Awards
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Business and Arts South Africa is seeking nominations for its BASA Awards that is jointly sponsored by Hollard & Business Day. It is the only awards ceremony that acknowledges business support of and partnerships in the arts in South Africa. The BASA Awards recognise … [Read more...] about Business and Arts South Africa: Seeking Nominations for BASA Awards
Nokia Open Innovation Challenge 2017: Enabling a Smart, Safe and Sustainable World
Deadline: 20 September 2017 If your product or technology is targeting markets in transportation, smart cities, safety and security, and connected industries, or if your solution enables a smart, safe and sustainable world, then apply for Nokia Open Innovation Challenge! The Nokia Open … [Read more...] about Nokia Open Innovation Challenge 2017: Enabling a Smart, Safe and Sustainable World
EU Call for Proposals: Supporting Long-term Sustainable Ecosystem Management and Wildlife Law Enforcement in Transboundary Conservation Areas
Deadline: 27 July 2017 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled “Support to Long-term Sustainable Ecosystem Management and Wildlife Law Enforcement in Transboundary Conservation Areas under the Cross-Regional Wildlife Conservation … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Supporting Long-term Sustainable Ecosystem Management and Wildlife Law Enforcement in Transboundary Conservation Areas
Applications Open for INK Fellows Program: Bringing together a Community of Game Changers
Deadline: 31 July 2017 Applications are open for INK Fellows Program with a mission to bring together a community of game changers who have the courage to redefine the world through their imaginative ideas and creative thinking. Being an INK Fellow provides the peer-support necessary to take … [Read more...] about Applications Open for INK Fellows Program: Bringing together a Community of Game Changers
DHHS/National Institutes of Health: HIV/HCV Co-Infections in Substance Abusers
Deadline: 7 January 2018 The Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health is seeking applications for its program entitled "HIV/HCV Co-Infections in Substance Abusers" to to fill gaps in understanding of: the impact of substance abuse on HIV, HIV/HCV co-infection … [Read more...] about DHHS/National Institutes of Health: HIV/HCV Co-Infections in Substance Abusers
OutRight Action International: Inviting LGBTIQ Activists for Advocacy Week 2017 in New York
Deadline: 7 July 2017 OutRight Action International is seeking applications from international activists for their annual week of advocacy, which runs from December 1-10, 2017 in New York City. Every December, OutRight hosts LGBTIQ activists from around the world in New York for a week of high … [Read more...] about OutRight Action International: Inviting LGBTIQ Activists for Advocacy Week 2017 in New York
Singularity University: Apply for N Square Impact Scholars Program
Deadline: 5 July 2017 Can Your Moonshot Idea Solve Our World’s Nuclear Threat? Apply if you're inspired by N Square's vision, welcome collaboration, and can propose innovative, scalable solutions that leverage exponential technologies. The Singularity University is currently seeking applications … [Read more...] about Singularity University: Apply for N Square Impact Scholars Program
4th REACH Trust Fund: Seeking Proposals for Knowledge, Learning and Innovation (KLI) Grant Program
Deadline: 6 July 2017 The Results in Education for All Children (REACH) Trust Fund is seeking proposals for the 4th edition of its Knowledge, Learning and Innovation (KLI) Grant program with an aim to support efforts toward more and better education services, especially to those most excluded, by … [Read more...] about 4th REACH Trust Fund: Seeking Proposals for Knowledge, Learning and Innovation (KLI) Grant Program
Nominations Open for Sony World Photography Awards! Inviting Photographers Worldwide
Deadline: Various The World Photography Organisation in partnership with Sony is seeking nominations for its Sony World Photography Awards that seek to bring all the photographers at one of the world’s leading photography competitions. The aim of these awards is to showcase the best photography … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Sony World Photography Awards! Inviting Photographers Worldwide
Accenture’s HealthTech Innovation Challenge: Tackling World’s Biggest Health Issues
Deadline: 1 September 2017 Applications are open for HealthTech Innovation Challenge, a part of Accenture’s broader HealthTech Innovation program—which will also include acceleration and venture opportunities, innovation labs and more. The program supports innovative technologies and drive … [Read more...] about Accenture’s HealthTech Innovation Challenge: Tackling World’s Biggest Health Issues
Grand Challenges Canada: Requesting Proposals for Stars in Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn & Child Health
Deadline: 3 August 2017 The Grand Challenges Canada, funded by the Government of Canada, is seeking bold ideas with big impact from the best and brightest talent, for products, services and implementation models that could transform how persistent challenges in Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and … [Read more...] about Grand Challenges Canada: Requesting Proposals for Stars in Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn & Child Health
USAID/WASHpaLs Grant Program: Habit Formation Approaches and Gender Equity & Social Inclusion Innovations for Hygiene Behavior Change
Deadline: 23 June 2017 Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Partnerships and Learning for Sustainability (WASHPaLS) with the support of USAID is seeking Expressions of Interest (EoIs) for its Grant program “Habit Formation Approaches and Gender Equity & Social Inclusion Innovations for Hygiene … [Read more...] about USAID/WASHpaLs Grant Program: Habit Formation Approaches and Gender Equity & Social Inclusion Innovations for Hygiene Behavior Change
Applications Open for Pro Natura Fund Overseas Grant Programme 2017!
Deadline: 14 July 2017 The Pro Natura Foundation Japan (PNFJ) is currently inviting applications for the 28th edition of its Pro Natura Fund Overseas Grant Programme 2017 to support investigation and research aiming at conservation of ecosystem, and education and enlightenment activities aiming at … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Pro Natura Fund Overseas Grant Programme 2017!
