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Applications Open for 3rd National Water Awards – India

Deadline: 10-Feb-21 With continued focus on creating mass awareness and motivating more number of people for working towards water conservation/management, 3rd National Water Awards 2020 is now being launched by the Department of Water Resources, RD & GR to recognise the efforts of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 3rd National Water Awards – India

Bhumi Fellowship Program for Young Indian Fellows

Deadline: 15-Jan-21 Are you passionate about education? If yes, register today to be placed in a school in the suburb of Chennai by May 2021. The Bhumi Fellowship is a two-year, paid, full-time fellowship program for young graduates who want to improve the quality of education in India by … [Read more...] about Bhumi Fellowship Program for Young Indian Fellows

Call for Proposals: Faces for Resilience Advocacy Campaign – Phase II

Deadline: 8-Jan-21 The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) invites not profit-making organisations to submit grant proposals that focus on the project: Faces of Resilience - Advocacy Campaign. UNDRR is the United Nations’ focal point for the coordination of disaster risk … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Faces for Resilience Advocacy Campaign – Phase II

National Startup Awards 2021 – India

Deadline: 31-Jan-21 The National Startup Awards 2021 has been launched to recognize and reward outstanding startups and ecosystem enablers that are contributing to economic dynamism by spurring innovation and injecting competition. The award is also supporting startups that are building … [Read more...] about National Startup Awards 2021 – India

Fondation Ensemble accepting Applications for Endangered Animals Species Small Grant Fund

Deadline: 1-Feb-21 The Fondation Ensemble is currently accepting applications for the Endangered Animals Species Small Grant Fund. Funding Information The funding requested does not exceed € 8 000. The funding requested does not exceed 50% of the total project budget. The duration of … [Read more...] about Fondation Ensemble accepting Applications for Endangered Animals Species Small Grant Fund

Social Enterprise Training in Capacity Building and Investment Readiness in Context of Asia-Pacific

Deadline: 7-Jan-21 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is kindly request you to submit your Proposal for Social Enterprise Training in Capacity Building and Investment Readiness in the context of Asia-Pacific. The Regional Youth Project on Leadership, Innovation and … [Read more...] about Social Enterprise Training in Capacity Building and Investment Readiness in Context of Asia-Pacific

Thomson Reuters Foundation: Media Training for LGBT+ Practitioners India

Deadline: 7-Jan-21 Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF) is offering an English-language online media training course for Indian LGBT+ rights activists. The media can play a crucial role in the way in which LGBT+ persons are able to express them, narrate their truths and socialize with ease within the … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Media Training for LGBT+ Practitioners India

Joint Fellowship Programme for Data Journalists in India and Kenya

Deadline: 31-Jan-21 Tableau Foundation and Equal Measures 2030 (EM2030) have joined together to launch a Fellowship for Data Journalists from India and Kenya who identify as women or gender minorities. The Fellowship cohort will consist of up to 15 data journalists who demonstrate an interest … [Read more...] about Joint Fellowship Programme for Data Journalists in India and Kenya

16th Biodiversity Conservation Awards: Open Call for Conservationist Organizations

Deadline: 31-Mar-21 The BBVA Foundation Awards for Biodiversity Conservation seek to recognize and support the work done by conservationist organizations, institutions and agencies in carrying forward environmental conservation policies and projects, and the efforts of communication professionals … [Read more...] about 16th Biodiversity Conservation Awards: Open Call for Conservationist Organizations

Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs launches Call for Youth Projects VII

Deadline: 10-Mar-21 The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, France Diplomacy inviting Call for Youth Projects VII to support the commitment of French local authorities (CTF) and their foreign counterparts in favor of young people, their openness to the world and the development of … [Read more...] about Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs launches Call for Youth Projects VII

Common Fund for Commodities announces 18th Call for Proposals

Deadline: 15-Apr-21 The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) is seeking applications for financing projects along the commodity value chains. CFC provides a range of financial and technical instruments to support projects proposed by SMEs/enterprises, cooperatives, and institutions along the entire … [Read more...] about Common Fund for Commodities announces 18th Call for Proposals

Feminist Review Trust’s Grant Program: Submit Applications Now!

Deadline: 31-Jan-21 Applications are now open for the Feminist Review Trust's Grant Program to support projects that transform the lives of women. Set up in 2001, the Trust was funded by Feminist Review. Run as a collective since its inception in 1979, the voluntary work of Feminist Review’s … [Read more...] about Feminist Review Trust’s Grant Program: Submit Applications Now!

Grand Challenges ICODA COVID-19 Data Science Pilot Programme

Deadline: 19-Jan-21 ICODA and Grand Challenges are delighted to launch the new pilot Grand Challenges ICODA COVID-19 Data Science grant programme that will focus on addressing major questions about how to reduce the harm of COVID-19 and future pandemics. The programme aims to unite data and … [Read more...] about Grand Challenges ICODA COVID-19 Data Science Pilot Programme

Climate Ready for Women in Upcycling Program (India)

Deadline: 3-Jan-21 The Climate Collective Foundation is seeking applications for the Climate Ready for Women in Upcycling which is a pre-accelerator program designed specifically for women entrepreneurs in upcycling business with a focus on business literacy and build successful business models … [Read more...] about Climate Ready for Women in Upcycling Program (India)

Child Rights Fellowship 2021-22 for Young Professionals (India)

Deadline: 4-Jan-21 To catalyze the progress of strengthening Child Rights in Delhi, Ashoka University in collaboration with the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR), Govt of Delhi has launched a Fellowship which will place young professionals with the local authorities working … [Read more...] about Child Rights Fellowship 2021-22 for Young Professionals (India)

Submit Applications for 2020 Youth Solidarity Fund

Deadline: 31-Jan-21 The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) is inviting applications for the 2020 Youth Solidarity Fund. The Youth Solidarity Fund (YSF) supports youth-led organizations that foster peaceful and inclusive societies. Seed funding is given to projects, for and by … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for 2020 Youth Solidarity Fund

Call for Proposals 2021-2022: “Turnkey” Decentralized Cooperation Programs

Deadline: 9-Apr-21 The Delegation for the External Action of Local Authorities (DAECT), is launching a two-year call for proposals (AAp) for the years 2021 and 2022, intended to allow the participation of French local authorities (CTF) in decentralized cooperation programs prepared by … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals 2021-2022: “Turnkey” Decentralized Cooperation Programs

Thomson Reuters Foundation: Reporting on LGBT+ Rights India

Deadline: 7-Jan-21 Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF) is offering an English-language online training course on Reporting LGBT+ Rights for Indian journalists working for local and regional media in India. Today, 70 countries around the world criminalise consensual same-sex activity or use laws … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Reporting on LGBT+ Rights India

Call to Promote the Mobilization and Use of Biodiversity Data in Asia

Deadline: 9-Feb-21 The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) invites the submission of concept notes for projects that enhance knowledge of Asian biodiversity through access to data from biological collections and monitoring programmes in the region. The call is issued under the … [Read more...] about Call to Promote the Mobilization and Use of Biodiversity Data in Asia

Young Global Leaders Class of 2022: A World Economic Forum Initiative

Deadline: 30-Apr-21 Do you know a leader under 40 who is making an impact on the world and innovating towards the greater good? If yes, then nominate them to join the Young Global Leaders Class of 2022. The Forum of Young Global Leaders is an initiative of the World Economic Forum. Over the … [Read more...] about Young Global Leaders Class of 2022: A World Economic Forum Initiative

S/GWI announces Global Support for Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Implementation by Women-led Civil Society

Deadline: 12-Feb-21 Secretary’s Office of Global Women’s Issues (S/GWI) has announced a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) outlining concepts and capacity to manage a program that will (1) partner equitably with a range of local, women’s civil society organizations in no fewer than five … [Read more...] about S/GWI announces Global Support for Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Implementation by Women-led Civil Society

Nominations Open for Win Win Award 2021: Anti-Corruption

Deadline: 17-Jan-21 WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award is now accepting nominations of people or organizations that by effectively fighting corruption have contributed towards the achievement of one or several of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The theme for WIN WIN Award 2021 is … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Win Win Award 2021: Anti-Corruption

Entries Open for 2021 St Andrews Prize for Environment

Deadline: 26-Feb-21 Entries are now open for the 2021 St Andrews Prize for the Environment which is a major international initiative led by the University of St Andrews that recognises and supports innovative and inspirational responses to environmental challenges, including the climate … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2021 St Andrews Prize for Environment

2021-2022 Call for Projects to Preserve Biodiversity

Deadline: 28-Feb-21 The L’OCCITANE Foundation has launched a call for projects to preserve biodiversity and encourages L’OCCITANE’s offices worldwide to participate by identifying and supporting local organizations with reforestation or agroforestry projects. These projects are co-financed by … [Read more...] about 2021-2022 Call for Projects to Preserve Biodiversity

Innovations Marketplace for Gender Equality Initiative – India

Deadline: 31-Dec-20 The UNDP India is inviting applicants for its Innovations Marketplace for Gender Equality Initiative to promote new innovative solutions to age-old problems relating to gender bias faced by LGBTI and women of the society. This initiative invites youth-led innovations to … [Read more...] about Innovations Marketplace for Gender Equality Initiative – India

2021 Right Livelihood Award: Win 1M Swedish Krona in Cash Prizes

Deadline: 3-Mar-21 The Right Livelihood Award Foundation receives nominations from all around the world for its 2021 Right Livelihood Award. Through this open process, the Foundation acquires a sense of what people around the world perceive as the most urgent problems – and who is working to … [Read more...] about 2021 Right Livelihood Award: Win 1M Swedish Krona in Cash Prizes

CPPR-Atlas South Asia Public Policy Challenge

Deadline: 31-Dec-20 The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), Kochi in association with the ATLAS Network, USA invites entries for the “CPPR – ATLAS South Asia Public Policy Challenge” from young researchers, students, practitioners and policymakers in the age group of 18-35 years. To … [Read more...] about CPPR-Atlas South Asia Public Policy Challenge

Call for Proposals: Protecting Rights of Religious Minorities in South/Southeast Asia

Deadline: 15-Jan-21 Minority Rights Group is seeking proposals for local projects that work toward supporting the rights of religious minorities and/or promoting and protecting the right to freedom of religion and belief in the following countries: Nepal, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Protecting Rights of Religious Minorities in South/Southeast Asia

2021 Australian Alumni Grant Scheme (AAGS) Round 2 – India

Deadline: 10-Feb-21 Australian diplomatic mission in India are pleased to announce the second round call for applications. This grant scheme supports the application, sharing of knowledge and experience gained by India-based Australian alumni during their studies in Australia. It aims to … [Read more...] about 2021 Australian Alumni Grant Scheme (AAGS) Round 2 – India

Minor Foundation for Major Challenges announces Call for Applications

Deadline: 15-Jan-21 The Minor Foundation for Major Challenges (MFMC) is a Norwegian foundation that supports communication projects which advance the transition to a low carbon economy. The Foundation supports advocates of climate change mitigation. The calls for applications are open to … [Read more...] about Minor Foundation for Major Challenges announces Call for Applications

IWMF’S Kim Wall Memorial Fund 2021: Call for Journalists

Deadline: 16-Jan-21 The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF), in partnership with Kim’s family and friends, seek to make sure the kinds of stories and provide two $5,000 grants to journalists to help bend the world toward Kim’s vision. Eligibility Criteria All applicants must meet … [Read more...] about IWMF’S Kim Wall Memorial Fund 2021: Call for Journalists

Bureau of Democracy Human Rights & Labor: Global Equality Fund

Deadline: 5-Feb-21 The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that provide Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) individuals and communities with the … [Read more...] about Bureau of Democracy Human Rights & Labor: Global Equality Fund

ICJ’s Initiative for Journalists from India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka to promote Religious Freedom

Deadline: 3-Jan-21 The International Center for Journalists (ICJ) will bring together a group of journalists and digital influencers in India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka and enable them to illuminate the underlying factors fueling religious persecution. South Asia has a vibrant media landscape; … [Read more...] about ICJ’s Initiative for Journalists from India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka to promote Religious Freedom

Charity Entrepreneurship’s 2021 Incubation Program: Participate Now!

Deadline: 15-Jan-21 The Charity Entrepreneurship (“CE”) has launched a call for applications for the 2021 Incubation Program. The two-month, cost-covered online course will take you from a basic familiarity with starting charities to being fully prepared to create and operate an effective … [Read more...] about Charity Entrepreneurship’s 2021 Incubation Program: Participate Now!

2020 Climate Solver to reduce Carbon-Dioxide Emissions (India)

Deadline: 31-Dec-20 Climate Solver has been announced which is a climate innovations platform developed by WWF to strengthen the development and widespread use of low carbon technologies, which radically or transformatively reduce carbon-dioxide emissions or provide energy access. The platform … [Read more...] about 2020 Climate Solver to reduce Carbon-Dioxide Emissions (India)

Rafto Foundation announces ‘The Rafto Prize’ to Promote Human Rights

Deadline: 1-Feb-21 The Rafto Foundation has announced The Rafto Prize for the men and women to support them in their work to promote human rights. Each year, the Foundation awards a person or an organisation working for human rights and democracy. The Foundation encourages everyone with an … [Read more...] about Rafto Foundation announces ‘The Rafto Prize’ to Promote Human Rights

Call for Proposals for Global Animal Advocacy Grants Program

Deadline: Ongoing The Pollination Project has launched a call for proposals for the Global Animal Advocacy Grants Program to support individuals and groups who are working to protect animals. Focus Areas The Pollination Project is eager to fund projects that aim to have a large impact on … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for Global Animal Advocacy Grants Program

Call for Nominations for 2021 Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity

Deadline: 28-Feb-21 The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation is seeking nominations for the 2021 Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity to recognize people, groups of people and/or organizations from all over the world whose contributions to mitigation and adaptation to climate change stand out for its novelty, … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for 2021 Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity

UNESCO 2021 Peace Prize: Call for Nominations for Félix Houphouët-Boigny

Deadline: 28-Feb-21 UNESCO has launched a call for nominations for the Félix Houphouët-Boigny-UNESCO 2021 Prize for Peace Research. The Félix Houphouët-Boigny Peace Prize is intended to honour living individuals and active public or private bodies or institutions that have made a significant … [Read more...] about UNESCO 2021 Peace Prize: Call for Nominations for Félix Houphouët-Boigny

Denver Audubon seeking Applications for Lois Webster Fund (US)

Deadline: 31-Jan-21 The Denver Audubon (DA) is seeking applications for its Lois Webster Fund (LWF) to support Colorado non-game wildlife research and education projects that lead to the conservation of these non-game species. The LWF intends to serve as a catalyst for and to partner with … [Read more...] about Denver Audubon seeking Applications for Lois Webster Fund (US)

Submit Nominations for 2021 Sigma Awards

Deadline: 1-Feb-21 Nominations are now open for the 2021 Sigma Awards to empower, elevate and enlighten the global community of data journalists. The Sigma Awards is a competition to celebrate the best data journalism from around the world. The international data journalism community is facing … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2021 Sigma Awards

Call for Applications: Building on Islands Leadership in Achieving Biodiversity-related SDGs

Deadline: 20-Dec-20 The GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP) has announced a Call for Applications for Building on Islands Leadership in Achieving Biodiversity-related SDGs: Local to global coalitions through Identification of replicable good practices using the islands bright spots as a reference … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Building on Islands Leadership in Achieving Biodiversity-related SDGs

Social Alpha Agritech Innovations Challenge 2.0 – Supported by Gates Foundation and Tata Trust (India)

Deadline: 31-Dec-20 Do you have an innovative solution that can impact India’s smallholder farmers? If yes, then apply for this Social Alpha Agritech Innovations Challenge 2.0 Program - supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Tata Trusts, in partnership with the Collectives … [Read more...] about Social Alpha Agritech Innovations Challenge 2.0 – Supported by Gates Foundation and Tata Trust (India)

BMU launches new Funding Round on Sustainable Recovery: Call for Project Ideas

Deadline: 10-Mar-21 The German Federal Ministry for the Environment (BMU) has launched a new funding round of the thematic selection procedure under International Climate Initiative (IKI). The first phase of this two-stage selection procedure is designed as a competition for entrants … [Read more...] about BMU launches new Funding Round on Sustainable Recovery: Call for Project Ideas

Call for Nominations: 2021 UNESCO-Russia Mendeleev International Prize in Basic Sciences

Deadline: 15-Mar-21 Nominations are now open for the 2021 UNESCO-Russia Mendeleev International Prize in the Basic Sciences with an aim to promote and honour excellence in the basic sciences, defined to include the disciplines of chemistry, physics, mathematics and biology, the foundation on … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 2021 UNESCO-Russia Mendeleev International Prize in Basic Sciences

Stories of Change – Case Study Challenge 2020-21 (India)

Deadline: 15-Jan-21 Azim Premji University has been organizing the ‘Stories of Change' - Case Study Challenge, on documenting good practices of social change from NGOs, government programs, Social Enterprises, and other organizations directly involved in the design and implementation of … [Read more...] about Stories of Change – Case Study Challenge 2020-21 (India)

2021 MIT Water Innovation Prize: Call for Nominations

Deadline: 11-Jan-21 Nominations are now open for the 2021 MIT Water Innovation Prize - a startup competition focused on water innovation that awards innovation grants annually to student-led teams from across the country and internationally. The Prize started in 2015 and has since awarded $100K … [Read more...] about 2021 MIT Water Innovation Prize: Call for Nominations

Global Water Awards: Nominate a Company, Project, Plant & Technology

Deadline: 28-Feb-21 Nominations are now open for the Global Water Awards. Anyone (as an individual or on behalf of a company) can nominate a company, project, plant, technology, deal or initiative to be recognized by the Global Water Awards. Individuals can submit nominations for themselves or … [Read more...] about Global Water Awards: Nominate a Company, Project, Plant & Technology

WWSF: The Prize (US$ 1000 per laureate) for Women’s Creativity in Rural Life

Deadline: 30-Apr-21 The Women's World Summit Foundation (WWSF) has announced the Prize to honour women and women's groups around the world exhibiting exceptional creativity, courage and commitment for the improvement of the quality of life in rural communities. Awarded since 1994 by the … [Read more...] about WWSF: The Prize (US$ 1000 per laureate) for Women’s Creativity in Rural Life

Adoption Challenge: Facilitating Adoption of Humanitarian WASH Innovations

Deadline: 25-Jan-21 Elrha has launched a call for applications for the Adoption Challenge: Facilitating Adoption of Humanitarian WASH Innovations. The new Adoption Challenge aims to tackle the complex barriers within the WASH ecosystem that prevent the sustainable adoption of humanitarian WASH … [Read more...] about Adoption Challenge: Facilitating Adoption of Humanitarian WASH Innovations

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