Latest Grants and Resources in Japan

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UNICEF Innocenti Film Festival to showcase the Best World Film and Video on Childhood

Deadline: 31 July 2019 UNICEF is giving a chance to showcase the best world film and video on childhood through its Innocenti Film Festival. Entries to be included in the festival will promote deep reflection on narratives of childhood and the experiences that shape them – in the child's … [Read more...] about UNICEF Innocenti Film Festival to showcase the Best World Film and Video on Childhood

USAID announces New Directions in Advancing Locally Led Development Program

Deadline: 12 July 2019 The U.S. Agency for International Development's (USAID) is seeking applications for New Directions in Advancing Locally Led Development Program. USAID looks forward to the day when foreign assistance is no longer necessary. The Agency seeks to partner directly with local … [Read more...] about USAID announces New Directions in Advancing Locally Led Development Program

$50,000 Research Funding Opportunity from USAID/FFP SCALE Award

Deadline: 31 July 2019 The USAID/Food for Peace-funded SCALE Award (Strengthening Capacity in Agriculture, Livelihoods & Environment) is seeking research proposals from implementing partners, with the aim of building the evidence base for interventions at the intersection of agriculture and … [Read more...] about $50,000 Research Funding Opportunity from USAID/FFP SCALE Award

Applications Open for Carole Stone Foundation Scholarship 2019

Deadline: 18 June 2019 Applications are open for Carole Stone Foundation Scholarship 2019 to support a young leader who is making an impact for SDG15: Life on Land. They are delighted to announce that longstanding One Young World Counsellor, Carole Stone CBE, will again sponsor a young leader … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Carole Stone Foundation Scholarship 2019

Submit Nominations for 2019 Disobedience Award!

Deadline: 31 July 2019 Nominations are open for the third annual MIT Media Lab Disobedience Award to recognize individuals and groups who engage in responsible, ethical disobedience aimed at challenging norms, rules, or laws that sustain society’s injustices. This award will go to a person or … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2019 Disobedience Award!

Malaria No More Reporting Trip 2019: A Chance to Travel Rwanda

Deadline: 23 June 2019 As part of the IWMF’s partnership with Malaria No More, four journalists will travel to Rwanda from September 16-27, 2019 (11 days total: 9 days in country and 1 travel day each way) for a reporting fellowship on Rwanda’s efforts to end malaria, the impact U.S. investments … [Read more...] about Malaria No More Reporting Trip 2019: A Chance to Travel Rwanda

Applications Open for Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2019 Scholarships

Deadline: 10 June 2019 Applications are now open for the Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week 2019 scholarships with an aim to support the students and young professionals from around the globe to participate in the Global MIL Week 2019 Feature Conference and Youth Agenda Forum, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2019 Scholarships

AIT announces Gender and Fisheries Scholarship Program 2019

Deadline: 30 June 2019 Asian Institute of Techononology (AIT) has announced its Gender and Fisheries Scholarship Program 2019. Two partial scholarships available for qualified candidates with excellent undergraduate achievements from any Asian country to pursue a Master’s Degree in Gender and … [Read more...] about AIT announces Gender and Fisheries Scholarship Program 2019

2019 UN Global Compact’s SDG Pioneers is now open for Nominations

Deadline: 12 July 2019 Are you a young professional (35 or under) using business as a force for good to advance the Sustainable Development Goals? If yes, then submit your sustainability story to be considered as a 2019 SDG Pioneer. Nominations are now open for The United Nations Global … [Read more...] about 2019 UN Global Compact’s SDG Pioneers is now open for Nominations

Bureau of ILAB’s Evidence to Action: Increasing the Impact of Research to Mobilize Efforts against Forced Labor

Deadline: 7 August 2019 The Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB), U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) has announced the availability of approximately $3,000,000 total costs (subject to the availability of Federal funds) for one cooperative agreement to fund a technical assistance project to … [Read more...] about Bureau of ILAB’s Evidence to Action: Increasing the Impact of Research to Mobilize Efforts against Forced Labor

2019 Wenhui Award for Educational Innovation

Deadline: 31 July 2019 UNESCO Bangkok is accepting applications for its Wenhui Award for Educational Innovation 2019 to improve the access to and quality of education and training, especially to those most in need. Given the challenges facing education, it is necessary to strengthen the … [Read more...] about 2019 Wenhui Award for Educational Innovation

Nominations Open for 2019 Carbon Footprint Challenge

Deadline: 7 July 2019 Nominations are open for 2019 Carbon Footprint Challenge which is a UNITECH International initiative, enabled by its corporate partners Covestro, Bühler and Evonik as well as nine top European universities connected to the Unitech network. This challenge is inviting … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2019 Carbon Footprint Challenge

Applications Open for UNFCCC 2019 Global Youth Video Competition

Deadline: 28 July 2019 Applications are open for 2019 fifth edition of the Global Youth Video Competition for young people from around the world can showcase their actions to combat climate change. In 2019, the Video Competition is jointly organized to broaden the scope of entries and mobilize … [Read more...] about Applications Open for UNFCCC 2019 Global Youth Video Competition

Call for Applications: Fellowship Programme for Human Rights Defenders 2019

Deadline: 14 June 2019 Justice and Peace Netherlands and T.M.C. Asser Institute has launched a new call for applications for the 2019 Fellowship Programme for Human Rights Defenders. Shelter City is an initiative by Justice and Peace Netherlands that aims to protect and support human rights … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Fellowship Programme for Human Rights Defenders 2019

MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change Competition awarding $100 Million Grant to fund a Single Proposal

Deadline: 16 July 2019 The MacArthur Foundation is seeking proposals from the organizations from all over the world for its 100&Change Competition, granting an award for a $100 million grant to fund a single proposal that will make measurable progress toward solving a significant … [Read more...] about MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change Competition awarding $100 Million Grant to fund a Single Proposal

Russell Sage Foundation inviting LOIs for Behavioral Economics

Deadline: 19 August 2019 The Russell Sage Foundation is inviting letter of inquiries (LOIs) for its program entitled “Behavioral Economics” that support novel research that uses insights and methods from psychology, economics, sociology, political science and other social sciences to examine and … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation inviting LOIs for Behavioral Economics

AGFUND’s Financial Grants for NGOs, INGOs, UN Agencies and Individuals

Deadline: 30 November 2019 The Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) has announced financial prize grants of up to US $1 million to NGOs, International NGOs, UN Agencies, Government institutions and also individuals around the world under the Prince Talal International Prize for Human … [Read more...] about AGFUND’s Financial Grants for NGOs, INGOs, UN Agencies and Individuals

Innovation Challenge: Understanding the Barriers to Inclusion Faced by People with Disabilities and Older People in GBV Humanitarian Programming

Deadline: 23 June 2019 Elrha is looking to understand the barriers to inclusion faced by people with disabilities and older people in GBV humanitarian programming: including needs assessments, programme design, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation. New focus area on Disability and … [Read more...] about Innovation Challenge: Understanding the Barriers to Inclusion Faced by People with Disabilities and Older People in GBV Humanitarian Programming

Elrha’s Innovation Challenge: Understanding the Barriers to Inclusion Faced By People with Disabilities and Older People in WASH Humanitarian Programming

Deadline: 23 June 2019 Elrha is looking to understand the barriers to inclusion faced by people with disabilities and older people in WASH humanitarian programming: including needs assessments, programme design, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation. New focus area on Disability and … [Read more...] about Elrha’s Innovation Challenge: Understanding the Barriers to Inclusion Faced By People with Disabilities and Older People in WASH Humanitarian Programming

Wash Innovation Challenge: Exploring the Barriers to Inclusion Faced by People Living With Incontinence

Deadline: 23 June 2019 Applicants are invited to apply for the Elrha’s Wash Innovation Challenge: Exploring the Barriers to Inclusion Faced By People Living With Incontinence that aims to build on existing evidence and insights to further understand the barriers to inclusion that people living … [Read more...] about Wash Innovation Challenge: Exploring the Barriers to Inclusion Faced by People Living With Incontinence

Elrha’s GBV Innovation Challenge: Driving the Adoption of GBV M&E Approaches

Deadline: 23 June 2019 Elrha is currently inviting applicants for its “Gender-based violence (GBV) Innovation Challenge: Driving the Adoption of GBV M&E Approaches” to develop a better understanding of the barriers faced by humanitarian actors when it comes to measuring the effectiveness of … [Read more...] about Elrha’s GBV Innovation Challenge: Driving the Adoption of GBV M&E Approaches

Orange Innovation Challenge: Identifying Business Models to boost Orange Economy

Deadline: 31 July 2019 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through its innovation laboratory of the IDB Group (IDB Lab) and its Innovation and Creativity Division (ICD) through the DEMAND SOLUTIONS initiative has launched Orange Innovation Challenge to identify business models to boost the … [Read more...] about Orange Innovation Challenge: Identifying Business Models to boost Orange Economy

Nominations Open for 2019 Innovator 25 – The Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific

Deadline: 17 June 2019 Nominations are now open for the 2019 Innovator 25 - The Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific, who have — in some capacity — elevated and evolved engagement and influence. They look to recognize those who have taken risks to disrupt outdated business practices; blended … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2019 Innovator 25 – The Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific

Applications Open for Immigration and Immigrant Integration Program

Deadline: 19 August 2019 The Russell Sage Foundation/Carnegie Corporation is seeking applications for its initiative on “Immigration and Immigrant Integration” to support innovative research on the effects of race, citizenship, legal status and politics, political culture and public policy on … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Immigration and Immigrant Integration Program

Nominations Open for 2020 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Awards

Deadline: 12 June 2019 Nominations are open for the L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Awards 2019. Scientists from around the world are invited to nominate candidates for the 2020 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science awards. The awards will recognize the scientific accomplishments of five … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Awards

Nominations Open for Asia Pacific Procurement Awards 2019!

Deadline: 18 July 2019 Nominations are open for the Asia Pacific Procurement Awards attracts entries from the most influential companies looking to gain recognition and benchmark their performance and projects across different categories. Asia Pacific has a unique set of challenges. But these … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Asia Pacific Procurement Awards 2019!

EU Call for Proposals for Supporting CSOs to Contribute to the Achievement of the SDGs- Collect More Spend Better

Deadline: 20 August 2019 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals for its grant program entitled "Support to civil society organizations to contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - Collect more spend better". The proposed action is embedded in the … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals for Supporting CSOs to Contribute to the Achievement of the SDGs- Collect More Spend Better

Submit Entries for WSA Young Innovators Award 2019

Deadline: 31 July 2019 Nominations are open for the WSA Young Innovators Award 2019 to promote young social entrepreneurs under 26 years of age, using ICTs to take action on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). The World Summit Awards are a non-monetary award system with … [Read more...] about Submit Entries for WSA Young Innovators Award 2019

AHRC-DFID Collaborative Humanitarian Protection Research Programme is now open

Deadline: 5 September 2019 The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) part of UK Research and Innovation and the Department for International Development (DFID) have established a new Collaborative Humanitarian Research Programme to help tackle one of the most pressing issues of their time: … [Read more...] about AHRC-DFID Collaborative Humanitarian Protection Research Programme is now open

The Leakey Foundation seeking applications for Research Grants Program

Deadline: 15 July 2019 The Leakey Foundation is seeking applications for its research grants with an aim to promote the sharing of data in an appropriate manner consistent with the needs of their grantees, but with the recognition that different fields of study require different approaches to … [Read more...] about The Leakey Foundation seeking applications for Research Grants Program

Submit Proposals for Creating Hope in Conflict: A Humanitarian Grand Challenge (Round 2)

Deadline: 5 July 2019 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the UK Department for International Development (DFID), the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Grand Challenges Canada have launched the second round of its “Creating Hope in Conflict: A Humanitarian … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Creating Hope in Conflict: A Humanitarian Grand Challenge (Round 2)

3rd Edition of Transforming Education Conference for Humanity (TECH) now open for Entries

Deadline: 1 July 2019 Applicants are invited to apply for Transforming Education Conference for Humanity (TECH) which will held in partnership with the State Government of Andhra Pradesh, India, aims at showcasing the role of digital technologies in enabling a shift from “transmissive pedagogies” … [Read more...] about 3rd Edition of Transforming Education Conference for Humanity (TECH) now open for Entries

Dan David Prize is now open for Nominations

Deadline: 30 November 2019 Nominations are now open for Dan David Prize which is an international award, endowed by the Dan David Foundation and headquartered at Tel Aviv University. The Dan David Prize recognizes and encourages innovative and interdisciplinary research that cuts across … [Read more...] about Dan David Prize is now open for Nominations

Thomson Reuters Foundation seeking Applications for Mobile Journalism in Asia

Deadline: 13 June 2019 Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its program entitled "Mobile Journalism in Asia". This programme involves attendance at the two-day Mobile Journalism Conference Asia, hosted by their partners Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, followed by a two-day Thomson … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation seeking Applications for Mobile Journalism in Asia

Weeden Foundation Grants Program to Protect Biodiversity

Deadline: 9 August 2019 The Weeden Foundation is currently accepting a letter of Inquiry from organizations for its various funding programs in order to protect biodiversity. The Foundation works to protect old-growth forests, expand habitats for endangered species on public and private lands, … [Read more...] about Weeden Foundation Grants Program to Protect Biodiversity

WFP Innovation Accelerator Programme for High-potential Solutions to Hunger Worldwide

Deadline: 8 July 2019 The World Food Programme is seeking applications for its Innovation Accelerator Programme. WFP’s Innovation Accelerator identifies, nurtures and scales bold solutions to hunger globally. They support WFP innovators and external start-ups and companies through financial … [Read more...] about WFP Innovation Accelerator Programme for High-potential Solutions to Hunger Worldwide

2019 UICC’s Young Leaders Programme is now open for Applications

Deadline: 16 June 2019 The Union for International Cancer Control's (UICC) is seeking applications for its Young Leaders Programme to identify and support aspiring young professionals in cancer control by providing unique opportunities for peer-to-peer learning, for connecting and networking with … [Read more...] about 2019 UICC’s Young Leaders Programme is now open for Applications

A Chance for Global Young Leaders to Receive up to USD $5,000 for advancing SDGs

Deadline: 1 June 2019 Are you a young leader working towards the SDGs? If you are working towards any of the Sustainable Development Goals, whether you are for-profit or non-profit, you can apply online for your chance to: Receive access to powerful training tools, including the Investment … [Read more...] about A Chance for Global Young Leaders to Receive up to USD $5,000 for advancing SDGs

Rising Tide Foundation (RTF) launches Empowering for Freedom

Deadline: 12 August 2019 To further strengthen the impact of their funding, Rising Tide Foundation is exploring the concept of Empowering for Freedom and is looking to support best projects in this space. They are seeking projects that show entrepreneurial approaches to social issues that advance … [Read more...] about Rising Tide Foundation (RTF) launches Empowering for Freedom

USAID seeking EOIs for Innovations in Malaria Vaccine Development (IMV) Program

Deadline: 21 June 2019 USAID is soliciting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for novel and innovative approaches to malaria vaccine development that would encompass preclinical development through proof of principle clinical studies to motivate advanced development of a deployable, effective malaria … [Read more...] about USAID seeking EOIs for Innovations in Malaria Vaccine Development (IMV) Program

Call for Nominations for the 9th Edition of the ICIP Peace in Progress Award 2019

Deadline: 13 June 2019 The ICIP is calling for nominations for the ninth edition of the ICIP Peace in Progress Award to publicly recognize individuals, entities or institutions that, in an outstanding and extensive manner, have worked and contributed to the promotion and building of … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for the 9th Edition of the ICIP Peace in Progress Award 2019

2019 Desmond Tutu Reconciliation Fellowship Award on Gender and Reconciliation

Deadline: 31 July 2019 Global Reconciliation has announced the call for nominations for the 2019 Desmond Tutu Reconciliation Fellowship. The Fellowship is the premier award in the world recognising effective achievements in reconciliation. This year, the theme of the Fellowship is Gender and … [Read more...] about 2019 Desmond Tutu Reconciliation Fellowship Award on Gender and Reconciliation

Funding Call to support Cultural and Artistic Initiatives Tackling Environmental Issues Worldwide

Deadline: 14 June 2019 The Prince Claus Fund and the Goethe-Institut are issuing a new Call for Proposals to support cultural and artistic initiatives tackling pressing environmental issues around the world. This call for proposals is aimed at Africa, Latin America, Asia, the Caribbean and … [Read more...] about Funding Call to support Cultural and Artistic Initiatives Tackling Environmental Issues Worldwide

Atlas Corps: Inviting Global NGO Leaders for Fellowship in U.S

Deadline: 28 November 2019 Atlas Corps is currently inviting mid-career professionals from around the world to apply for Fellowships in the United States. Atlas Corps engages leaders committed to social change in 12-18 month, professional fellowships at organizations to learn best practices, … [Read more...] about Atlas Corps: Inviting Global NGO Leaders for Fellowship in U.S

Wildlife Acoustics announces Scientific Product Grants Program

Deadline: 15 August 2019 Wildlife Acoustics has announced a Scientific Product Grants Program to support efforts in conservation and environmental stewardship. The program enables those involved in animal biology, research and conservation to do their best work easily and quickly. Wildlife … [Read more...] about Wildlife Acoustics announces Scientific Product Grants Program

Nominations Open for the 2020 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity

Deadline: 31 October 2019 The 5th edition of the 2020 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity is now open for nominations. The Aurora Prize aims to recognize and support those who risk their life, health, freedom, reputation or livelihood in order to save and aid individuals that suffer as a result … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the 2020 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity

Call for Proposals: Emergency Preparedness for Cultural Heritage under Threat

Deadline: 21 June 2019 The Prince Claus Fund and the Gerda Henkel Foundation has announced an Open Call for proposals specifically aimed at Emergency Preparedness for Cultural Heritage under Threat. They invite cultural practitioners, institutions and local NGOs to present their ideas for … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Emergency Preparedness for Cultural Heritage under Threat

U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL announces 2019 Internet Freedom Annual Program Statement

Deadline: 20 September 2019 The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) of the US Department of State has announced a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from organizations interested in submitting Statements of Interest (SOI) for programs that support Internet Freedom. In … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL announces 2019 Internet Freedom Annual Program Statement

Nominations Open for Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award

Deadline extended till 1 September 2019 The Suqia is seeking nominations for its Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award to support research and development of new and innovative technologies that produce, desalinate and purify water, using solar energy to support the global position of … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award