Deadline: 31 May 2017 Have you designed and implemented successful online portal[s] before? Do you think you can implement an online portal in a sustainable manner, keeping it relevant in the very long run? If yes, then apply for UNDP's Open Innovation Challenge. United Nations Development … [Read more...] about Be a Part of UNDP’s Open Innovation Challenge! Developing Youth Entrepreneurship in Africa
Latest Grants and Resources in Lesotho
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Lesotho.
Nominations Open for UN Global Compact’s SDG Pioneers!
Deadline: 26 May 2017 Nominations are open for The United Nations Global Compact's “Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Pioneers” programme. The programme seeks the submission of stories by business leaders who are doing an exceptional job of taking action to advance the Global Goals. The SDG … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for UN Global Compact’s SDG Pioneers!
Applications Open for GLG Social Impact Fellowship Program
Deadline: 17 July 2017 Applications are currently being accepted for GLG Social Impact Fellowship to help top social entrepreneurs answer their organization’s critical strategic and operational questions, at no cost. Through the two-year Fellowship, ambitious and visionary nonprofit and social … [Read more...] about Applications Open for GLG Social Impact Fellowship Program
Call for Proposals: Save our Species Grant Focused on African Wildlife
Deadline: 25 May 2017 Save our Species (SOS), in partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is currently accepting applications for its grant program for African wildlife. Save Our Species channels funds from donors to existing frontline conservation actors working … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Save our Species Grant Focused on African Wildlife
Apply for 2017 UN-DESA Grant on Energy for Sustainable Development!
Deadline: 15 June 2017 The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN-DESA) is seeking applications for its 2017 UN-DESA Grant on Energy for Sustainable Development with an aim to promote leadership and innovative practices in meeting the global energy challenge. The Thematic … [Read more...] about Apply for 2017 UN-DESA Grant on Energy for Sustainable Development!
First Global Workshop on Human Rights Strategies for Indigenous Leaders in the Global South!
Deadline: 10 June 2017 The Dejusticia and the Racial Discrimination Watch, are seeking applications for "The First Global Workshop on Human Rights Strategies for Indigenous Leaders in the Global South". Fifteen leaders from Latin America, Africa and Asia will be selected to participate in the … [Read more...] about First Global Workshop on Human Rights Strategies for Indigenous Leaders in the Global South!
Apply for UNESCO-Kalinga Prize for the Popularization of Science!
Deadline: 27 May 2017 Applications are open for "UNESCO-Kalinga Prize for the Popularization of Science" to reward the efforts of a person who has had a distinguished career as a writer, editor, lecturer, radio/television programme director or film producer, which has enabled him/her to help … [Read more...] about Apply for UNESCO-Kalinga Prize for the Popularization of Science!
Apply for Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships!
Deadline: 12 May 2017 Applications are open for Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships that are funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID) with an aim of contributing to the UK’s international development aims and wider overseas interests, supporting excellence in UK … [Read more...] about Apply for Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships!
Apply for RFI Challenge App Africa 2017: A Chance to Win Up to 15,000 Euros!
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Entries are open for RFI Challenge App Africa with an aim to develop innovative mobile solutions in the field of girls' education in Africa, organized by RFI through the issue of 7 billion neighbors. The main objective of the competition will be to create an application, … [Read more...] about Apply for RFI Challenge App Africa 2017: A Chance to Win Up to 15,000 Euros!
Open Technology Fund: Internet Freedom Fund to Promote Human Rights and Advance Safe Access to Global Communications Networks
Deadline: 1 July 2017 The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is currently accepting applications for its Internet Freedom Fund, a way to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, internet freedom, open societies, and help advance … [Read more...] about Open Technology Fund: Internet Freedom Fund to Promote Human Rights and Advance Safe Access to Global Communications Networks
Apply for the Foreign Policy Interrupted’s Fellowship Program for Women Worldwide!
Deadline: 15 May 2017 Foreign Policy Interrupted’s Fellowship program is currently accepting applications and is targeted to diversifying voices and opinions in the foreign policy space. The educational module runs for six weeks online, for one-hour each week. While fifth fellowship cycle will … [Read more...] about Apply for the Foreign Policy Interrupted’s Fellowship Program for Women Worldwide!
British Council’s Opportunity for Migrants who are Artists: Celebrating Imaginary Festival in Edinburgh
Deadline: 18 May 2017 The British Council is currently inviting artists who are migrants, living anywhere in the world, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the British Council's Edinburgh Showcase in this new project exploring place and migration. For artists, this is an opportunity to reach … [Read more...] about British Council’s Opportunity for Migrants who are Artists: Celebrating Imaginary Festival in Edinburgh
Apply for 2017 Africa Energy Ideas Competition!
Deadline: 20 May 2017 Applications are open for the 2017 Africa Energy Ideas Competition that engage young professionals from Africa in developing innovative ideas with a focus on solutions that are sustainable, affordable and commercially viable to urgently tackle the African energy … [Read more...] about Apply for 2017 Africa Energy Ideas Competition!
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Engaging Youth in Promoting Tolerance, Pluralism, and the Human Rights of Marginalized Populations
Deadline: 16 June 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 projects to Promote Tolerance, Pluralism, and the Human Rights of Marginalized Populations through … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Engaging Youth in Promoting Tolerance, Pluralism, and the Human Rights of Marginalized Populations
SAAF Call for Applications: Flexible Grants Programme to Support Local, Grassroots Organizations
Deadline: 21 May 2017 The Safe Abortion Action Fund (SAAF) is currently accepting applications from eligible organizations for its grant programme with an aim to support local and grassroots organizations by providing flexible grants for projects that: Increase access to quality abortion … [Read more...] about SAAF Call for Applications: Flexible Grants Programme to Support Local, Grassroots Organizations
Entries Open for COAL Prize 2017! Inviting Artists from all over the World
Deadline: 20 July 2017 Applications are open for "COAL Prize 2017", supported by the French Ministry of Culture and Communication, the European Union and the Imagine2020 network in partnership with the French Ministry of Environment, Energy and Sea. The Coal Prize will be awarded in October … [Read more...] about Entries Open for COAL Prize 2017! Inviting Artists from all over the World
Apply for Clements Worldwide Expat Youth Scholarship Program!
Deadline: 25 May 2017 Clements Worldwide is currently seeking applications for its Expat Youth Scholarship (EYS) program, that is designed exclusively for students aged 13 to 21 experiencing life in foreign countries amidst unfamiliar cultures. The EYS contest is a testament to Clements’ ongoing … [Read more...] about Apply for Clements Worldwide Expat Youth Scholarship Program!
Apply for the Falling Walls Fellowship for Journalists Worldwide!
Deadline: 25 June 2017 The Falling Walls Fellowship for Journalists is currently open for applications, in an effort to keep the public informed on life-changing scientific breakthroughs. It is aimed at journalists and bloggers with at least three years of experience, and who hope to advance their … [Read more...] about Apply for the Falling Walls Fellowship for Journalists Worldwide!
Wellcome Trust Call for Applications: Training Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine in LMICs
Deadline: 8 May 2017 The Wellcome Trust is currently accepting applications for its Training Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine, offering research experience and training to early-stage researchers from low- and middle-income countries. The scheme aims to support research that will … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust Call for Applications: Training Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine in LMICs
Nominations Open for Millennium Technology Prize 2018!
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The Technology Academy Finland (TAF) is currently seeking nominations for its Millennium Technology Prize 2018. The Prize is Finland's tribute to innovations for a better life. The Prize is worth one million euros and it is awarded every second year. The Prize highlights … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Millennium Technology Prize 2018!
Apply for ESD Okayama Award 2017: A Chance to Win Up to US $3,000!
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Applications are open for the Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Okayama Award 2017 with an aim to showcase good practices worldwide and to further advance ESD. Project integrates environmental, social, and economic dimensions of ESD. The award conducted by Okayama … [Read more...] about Apply for ESD Okayama Award 2017: A Chance to Win Up to US $3,000!
Call for Applications: Inviting Researchers for IRDR Young Scientists Programme
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Applications are open for "Integrated Research on Disaster Risk (IRDR) Young Scientists Programme" to promote capacity building of young professionals, and encourage them to undertake innovative and needs based research which makes science-policy and science-practice linkages … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Inviting Researchers for IRDR Young Scientists Programme
European University Institute: Seeking Applications for Young Policy Leaders Fellowships Program
Deadline: 8 May 2017 The European University Institute is seeking applications for its Young Policy Leaders Fellowships Program that is offering 3 to 12 months fellowships for the academic year 2017-18 to policy makers, civic leaders, civil servants, journalists or young scholars with a key … [Read more...] about European University Institute: Seeking Applications for Young Policy Leaders Fellowships Program
Prince Bernhard Nature Fund: Seeking Proposals to help Critically Endangered Flora and Fauna
Deadline: 1 August 2017 The Prince Bernhard Nature Fund (PBNF) is currently accepting grant proposals with an aim to help save critically endangered flora and fauna in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia and Latin America. The Fund’s mission is to support small, preferably local … [Read more...] about Prince Bernhard Nature Fund: Seeking Proposals to help Critically Endangered Flora and Fauna
Bakken Invitation Award: Rewarding People Contributing in Communities through Medical Technology
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The Medtronic Foundation invites eligible applicants for the Bakken Invitation Award, celebrating and connecting people, who with the help of medical technology, are contributing in communities all around the world through charitable service and volunteerism. It embraces … [Read more...] about Bakken Invitation Award: Rewarding People Contributing in Communities through Medical Technology
Apply for NIESBUD’s Fully Funded International Training Programmes 2017-2018!
Deadline: 10 June 2017 The National Institute of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), a premier Institution of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India is offering various fully funded International Training Programmes during the year 2017-18 … [Read more...] about Apply for NIESBUD’s Fully Funded International Training Programmes 2017-2018!
Ekhagastiftelsen Foundation Grant Program: Promoting Human Health around the World
Deadline: 20 May 2017 Ekhagastiftelsen Foundation is seeking applications for its Grant program to promote human health by supporting the development of better food, natural medicines and healing practices, and to support research for a healthier way of life, which in itself may have a disease … [Read more...] about Ekhagastiftelsen Foundation Grant Program: Promoting Human Health around the World
USAID/Nepal: Seeking Concept Papers for Health System Strengthening (HSS) Activity
Deadline: 26 May 2017 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking concept papers for a cooperative agreement from qualified U.S. and Non-U.S. organizations to fund a program entitled “Health System Strengthening.” USAID/Nepal anticipates awarding a 5-year Cooperative … [Read more...] about USAID/Nepal: Seeking Concept Papers for Health System Strengthening (HSS) Activity
UN-OHCHR Call for Applications: Indigenous Fellowship Programme 2018
Deadline: 30 June 2017 The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking applications for its Indigenous Fellowship Programme (IFP) 2018, a comprehensive human rights training programme that was established by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights … [Read more...] about UN-OHCHR Call for Applications: Indigenous Fellowship Programme 2018
Apply for IWMF’s 2017 Reporting Fellowship To Zanzibar, Tanzania!
Deadline: 19 May 2017 The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) is accepting applications for its “Reporting Fellowship to Tanzania". As part of the African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative, a group of six journalists will report from Zanzibar, a semi-autonomous island off the east coast of … [Read more...] about Apply for IWMF’s 2017 Reporting Fellowship To Zanzibar, Tanzania!
The Konosuke Matsushita Memorial Foundation: Seeking Applications for Research Grants
Deadline: 11 May 2017 The Konosuke Matsushita Memorial Foundation is currently seeking applications for its research grant that is provided to assist original and challenging international research which meets social as well as academic demands in the fields of humanities and social … [Read more...] about The Konosuke Matsushita Memorial Foundation: Seeking Applications for Research Grants
European Union: Energy Efficient Household Devices, Distribution, After-Sales Structures and Mini-Grids for Exploring Economic Growth Potential in Rural Areas
Deadline: 7 June 2017 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled “Energy efficient household devices, distribution, after-sales structures and Mini-grids for exploring economic growth potential in rural areas” in order to enable … [Read more...] about European Union: Energy Efficient Household Devices, Distribution, After-Sales Structures and Mini-Grids for Exploring Economic Growth Potential in Rural Areas
Apply to Participate in Young Champions of the Earth Prize!
Deadline: 18 June 2017 If you have a powerful idea to protect or restore the environment; if you have a strong track record of instigating change; if you are unafraid of failure; and if you believe in a bright future for our planet, then you just might have what it takes to become a Young Champion … [Read more...] about Apply to Participate in Young Champions of the Earth Prize!
Mosquito Talk: Building and Expanding International Network of Public Health Communicators to Engage on Zika and Vector Borne Diseases
Deadline: 2 June 2017 The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs’ (OES) Office of International Health and Biodefense (IHB) at the Department of State, is seeking applications for its "Mosquito Talk: Building and Expanding International Network of Public Health … [Read more...] about Mosquito Talk: Building and Expanding International Network of Public Health Communicators to Engage on Zika and Vector Borne Diseases
Call for Proposals: 10YFP Sustainable Lifestyles and Education Programme
Deadline Extended till 15 May 2017 Applications are open for the “Sustainable Lifestyles and Education (SLE) Programme” with an aim to accelerate the shift towards more sustainable lifestyles and education. The thematic focus of this call for proposals is “Reduction of CO2 emission arising from … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: 10YFP Sustainable Lifestyles and Education Programme
Apply for Free Press Awards 2017: Rewarding Media Professionals for Excellence
Deadline: 1 August 2017 The Free Press Unlimited has announced the third edition of the Free Press Awards with an aim to celebrate the work of the best journalists and media professionals. Free Press Unlimited wants people to have access to reliable information they need to develop and … [Read more...] about Apply for Free Press Awards 2017: Rewarding Media Professionals for Excellence
Future Earth Request for Proposals: Pegasus Programme for Biodiversity and Natural Assets
Deadline: 5 June 2017 The Future Earth is currently accepting proposals for biodiversity research for global sustainability, the "Program for Early-stage Grants Advancing Sustainability Science or Pegasus – Biodiversity and Natural Assets". This program is the first in a series of grants … [Read more...] about Future Earth Request for Proposals: Pegasus Programme for Biodiversity and Natural Assets
Apply for IDRC Doctoral Research Awards 2017!
Deadline: 31 May 2017 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is currently seeking applications for IDRC Doctoral Research Awards. Scope IDRC has helped graduate students undertake thesis research in the field of international development since 1982. IDRC Doctoral Research Awards are … [Read more...] about Apply for IDRC Doctoral Research Awards 2017!
EC-EACEA Call for Proposals: Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme 2017
Deadline: 2 May 2017 The European Commission-Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) is seeking proposals for its Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme 2017 with an aim to promote sustainable development and ultimately contribute to poverty reduction by increasing the … [Read more...] about EC-EACEA Call for Proposals: Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme 2017
NEF Ambassadors Programme: Inviting Young Scientists from Africa
Deadline: 27 May 2017 The Next Einstein Forum Ambassadors Programme is currently open for applications and invites young science practitioners from African countries. NEF Ambassadors, who are all under 42 years, drive the NEF’s local public engagement activities while growing their own careers … [Read more...] about NEF Ambassadors Programme: Inviting Young Scientists from Africa
2017 Al-Sumait Prize “Education”: Advancing Economic and Social Development in African Continent
Deadline: 30 June 2017 The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) is currently inviting applicants for its 2017 Al-Sumait Prize “Education” in order to advance economic and social development, human resources development and infrastructure in the African continent. Focus … [Read more...] about 2017 Al-Sumait Prize “Education”: Advancing Economic and Social Development in African Continent
The Other Foundation Research Grant: Seeking Expression of Interests from African Researchers
Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Other Foundation is seeking expression of interests for its Research Grant to work with the data from the first statistically sound, nationally representative survey of opinions about homosexuality and gender non-conformity, in South Africa. During this embargoed … [Read more...] about The Other Foundation Research Grant: Seeking Expression of Interests from African Researchers
Access Co-Development Facility (ACF): Providing Local Project Developers and Originators in Africa
Deadline: 8 May 2017 The Access Co-Development Facility (ACF) is currently accepting applications to provide local project developers and originators in Africa with the technical expertise and funding required to bring their renewable energy projects to fruition. Access Power aims to contribute … [Read more...] about Access Co-Development Facility (ACF): Providing Local Project Developers and Originators in Africa
Africa Food Prize 2017: Leading the Effort to Change the Reality of Farming in Africa
Deadline: 5 June 2017 Africa Food Prize 2017 is now open for nominations, recognizing an outstanding individual or institution that is leading the effort to change the reality of farming in Africa—from a struggle to survive to a business that thrives. The Africa Food Prize recognizes extraordinary … [Read more...] about Africa Food Prize 2017: Leading the Effort to Change the Reality of Farming in Africa
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of OES: Seeking Applications for ADAPT-Africa Project
Deadline: 22 May 2017 The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs’ (OES) Office of Global Change at the Department of State, announces the Notice of Funding Opportunity (“NOFO”) for activities under the ADAPT-Africa project with an aim to address the current barriers … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of OES: Seeking Applications for ADAPT-Africa Project
MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2017: Supporting Young People of Ghana and Africa with Quality Education
Deadline: 12 May 2017 The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at Kwame Nkurmah University of Science & Technology (KNUST) is currently open for applications. The program provides academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people in Ghana and Africa with access to quality and … [Read more...] about MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2017: Supporting Young People of Ghana and Africa with Quality Education
AWHF Call for Applications: Moses Mapesa Research Grant
Deadline: 31 May 2017 The African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) is seeking applications for its Moses Mapesa Research Grant to support African Doctoral and Masters Students in the field of heritage. The AWHF was launched in 2006 to support African States Parties in implementing the UNESCO 1972 … [Read more...] about AWHF Call for Applications: Moses Mapesa Research Grant
A List of Open Opportunities for African Countries
Among all the continents in the world, Africa is the second-largest and second-most-populous one with 54 sovereign countries—the most on any continent. Poverty, illiteracy, malnutrition and inadequate water supply and sanitation, as well as poor health, affect a large proportion of the people who … [Read more...] about A List of Open Opportunities for African Countries
Apply for UNESCO-UNAM Jaime Torres Bodet Prize in Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts
Deadline: 30 May 2017 Nominations are open for the UNESCO-UNAM Jaime Torres Bodet Prize in social sciences, humanities and arts, intended to reward the efforts of a person, group of people or international institution that has contributed to the development of knowledge and society through art, … [Read more...] about Apply for UNESCO-UNAM Jaime Torres Bodet Prize in Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts
Nominations Open for 2017 Global Freedom Exchange Program for Anti-Trafficking Women Leaders!
Deadline: 19 May 2017 Vital Voices Global Partnership, together with Hilton Worldwide, and Heineken welcomes nominations for 2017 Global Freedom Exchange Program for Anti-Trafficking Leaders, an upcoming leadership development and networking program. In an effort to support women leaders in their … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Global Freedom Exchange Program for Anti-Trafficking Women Leaders!
