Deadline: 14-Feb-22 Applications are now open for the 2022 Schneider Go Green International Business Case Challenge (East Asia & Japan) to empower all to make the most of the energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. The Schneider Go Green International Business Case Challenge (the “Contest”) aims at supporting the emergence of innovative solutions to meet future challenges in intelligent energy. Through the Contest, Schneider seeks to identify ideas, … [Read more...] about Schneider Go Green International Business Case Challenge 2022 (East Asia & Japan)
Microsoft Singapore GreenTech Challenge
Deadline: 5-Dec-21 Microsoft and Creitive are calling all B2B, seed-to-series A stage, APAC startups with a software-based solution to an environmental or a social challenge, to join the Microsoft Singapore GreenTech Challenge! Microsoft and Creitive are teaming up to provide their support, Microsoft Cloud Platform services, and business connections to early to mid-stage startups that are solving environmental or social challenges within the SG Green environmental areas. In partnership … [Read more...] about Microsoft Singapore GreenTech Challenge
Call for Proposals: Development of Guide on Managing Transparency of Just Transitions
Deadline: 14-Dec-21 The Initiative for Climate Action Transparency (ICAT) has announced a call for proposals under "Development of Guide on Managing Transparency of Just Transitions" to support the management of transparency of Just Transitions and equitable climate action, and enable integration of such data in countries’ MRV / Transparency frameworks. Objectives The guide will enable developing countries to better integrate Just Transitions in climate policies and actions, so that they … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Development of Guide on Managing Transparency of Just Transitions
Entries Open for World Wildlife Day 2022 Film Showcase
Deadline: 7-Jan-22 CITES, Jackson Wild and UNDP have announced the 2022 World Wildlife Day film showcase on the theme of 'Recovering key species for ecosystem restoration' in an effort to conserve endangered species and ecosystems. The Secretariat of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), Jackson Wild, and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) announced today that they will organize an international film showcase on the occasion … [Read more...] about Entries Open for World Wildlife Day 2022 Film Showcase
WHO: Inviting Applications to strengthen Youth contributions to Public Health Systems
Deadline: 2-Dec-21 The World Health Organization (WHO) wants to collaborate with representatives of health and non-health youth organizations on key health and development issues affecting young people to co-create a comprehensive and inclusive WHO Youth Engagement Strategy. WHO is setting up the Youth Council as a dynamic network for stakeholders to amplify the voices and experiences of young people, and to harness and expand their expertise, energy and ideas to promote public health. … [Read more...] about WHO: Inviting Applications to strengthen Youth contributions to Public Health Systems
Up to $40,000 available under Discovery Expeditions Grants Program
Deadline: Ongoing The Explorers Club is excited to announce a new grant program in partnership with Discovery, Inc. The "Explorers Club Discovery Expeditions grants" align with The Club’s mission to foster scientific understanding for the betterment of humanity and all life on Earth and beyond, including the commitment to mitigate climate change, prevent the extinction of species and cultures, and ensure the health of the lands, oceans and all that inhabit them. Funding Information … [Read more...] about Up to $40,000 available under Discovery Expeditions Grants Program
2022 Nansen Refugee Award: A Chance to Win up to $150,000
Deadline: 20-Feb-22 The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is inviting nominations for the 2022 Nansen Refugee Award. Nominate now if you know an inspiring individual or group making a difference. Every year, UNHCR searches for a person or an organization with exceptional dedication and commitment in supporting people who are refugees, internally displaced or stateless. Benefits The laureate or the winning organization receives US $ 150,000 to invest in their … [Read more...] about 2022 Nansen Refugee Award: A Chance to Win up to $150,000
Generation Google Scholarship in Asia- Pacific
Deadline: 10-Dec-21 Google is inviting applications for Generation Google Scholarship: Women in computer science to help students pursuing computer science degrees excel in technology and become leaders in the field. This scholarship will be awarded based on the strength of each candidate's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, innovation and academic performance. The program is open to students who meet all the minimum qualifications and they strongly encourage women interested … [Read more...] about Generation Google Scholarship in Asia- Pacific
UNDP: Ending Plastic Pollution Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 8-Dec-21 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is pleased to announce the Ending Plastic Pollution Innovation Challenge (EPPIC) to reduce plastic pollution in coastal areas. EPPIC will bring together citizens, local governments, and the private sector to collaborate in establishing effective and innovative solutions. The EPPIC competition is also the opportunity to drive change by raising awareness, collecting lessons learned and trying new approaches to address … [Read more...] about UNDP: Ending Plastic Pollution Innovation Challenge
Dierenpark Amersfoort Wildlife Fund supporting Projects Around the World
Deadline: 31-Dec-21 Applications are now open for the Dierenpark Amersfoort Wildlife Fund to support projects around the world when it comes to nature conservation and species preservation. For example: financial support of projects for endangered species, supporting research for veterinary medicine or helping to shelter animals. An overview of projects supported in the past can be found on their website. If in doubt whether your project fits within the fund, feel free to contact … [Read more...] about Dierenpark Amersfoort Wildlife Fund supporting Projects Around the World
Applications now open for Climate Story Fund
Deadline: 7-Jan-22 The Doc Society is seeking applications for Climate Story Fund to support stories and impact campaigns from around the world that move us closer to a climate just and biodiverse future. Doc Society is a global non-profit committed to enabling great documentary films and connecting them to audiences globally. They bring people together to unleash the transformational power of independent documentary film. They serve individual filmmakers and the growing network of … [Read more...] about Applications now open for Climate Story Fund
3rd Global Competition for Gastronomy Tourism Startups to achieve SDGs
Deadline: 28-Feb-22 The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in collaboration with Basque Culinary Center has launched the 3rd Global Competition for Gastronomy Tourism Startups to achieve SDGs. The Mission is to identify challenges and projects, and catalyzing innovations that can transform the Gastronomy Tourism sector in the near future. Tourism is a driver of inclusive and sustainable economic growth, a cross-cutting sector with a high impact on the promotion of social welfare, with … [Read more...] about 3rd Global Competition for Gastronomy Tourism Startups to achieve SDGs
Rising Tide Foundation launches Call for Proposals “Freedom in Practice”
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity The Rising Tide Foundation has launched a call for proposals to promote freedom and prosperity. Rising Tide Foundation’s mission is to promote freedom to improve quality of life everywhere. The foundation supports projects that enhance freedom and prosperity in society. Their philanthropic strategy is to support projects that articulate and promote these core beliefs, projects that eliminate the obstacles which impede creative individuals, projects that … [Read more...] about Rising Tide Foundation launches Call for Proposals “Freedom in Practice”
GROW Impact Accelerator Programme
Deadline: 3-Jan-22 Applications are open for GROW Impact Accelerator Programme, a unique opportunity for startups operating in new frontiers of foodtech and agtech to supercharge their growth. An intensive five-month accelerator delivered virtually (until international travel resumes) to help you: Sharpen your growth strategy through bespoke coaching, mentor support and customer validation Scale aggressively into new markets with customer acquisition, pilot project launches and … [Read more...] about GROW Impact Accelerator Programme
2022 Dalai Lama Fellows Program
Deadline: 1-Feb-22 The 2022 Dalai Lama Fellows Program is now open for 20-25 young social innovators from around the world. Dalai Lama Fellows, founded in 2010 with the inspiration and encouragement of the 14th Dalai Lama, is reimagining leadership by cultivating and supporting an international movement of young social innovators to meet global challenges in locally adapted ways as they promote their planet’s flourishing. They provide each Fellow with: Immersion in the distinctive … [Read more...] about 2022 Dalai Lama Fellows Program
2022 Gender and Politics Training for Women Activists and Leaders
Deadline: 11-Dec-21 The Asia Pacific Forum on Women, Law and Development (APWLD) is inviting women activists and leaders to apply for 2022 Gender and Politics Training. Women's participation and leadership in decision making at all levels, starting in the home and extending to the highest levels of government, is a fundamental assertion for women's human rights, participatory democracy and Development Justice. Recognizing the importance of capacity and transformative leadership building in … [Read more...] about 2022 Gender and Politics Training for Women Activists and Leaders
2022 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Young Women Leaders
Deadline: 13-Jan-22 The Study of the U.S. Branch (ECA/A/E/USS), Office of Academic Exchange Programs, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), are inviting proposals for 2022 Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSi) for Young Women Leaders to provide young women leaders from around the world with an in-depth examination of a specific field of study, build knowledge, capacity, and networks among emerging women leaders, and strengthen their understanding of the history and evolution of U.S. … [Read more...] about 2022 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Young Women Leaders
The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism
Deadline: 31-Mar-22 Are you a journalist with a great idea for a high-impact story that “Follows the Money,” but few resources to get it done? The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism would like to hear from you. The McGraw Fellowship provides editorial and financial support to journalists who need the time and resources to produce a significant investigative or enterprise story that provides fresh insight into an important business, financial or economic topic. They accept … [Read more...] about The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism
IWMF: Open Call for Kim Wall Memorial Fund 2021
Deadline: 16-Dec-21 The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF), in partnership with Kim’s family and friends, seek to make sure the kinds of stories Kim loved continue to be told, through the creation of the Kim Wall Memorial Fund. This fund was developed in the spirit that Kim would have wanted more women to be out in the world, brushing up against life. Through this grant, the IWMF seeks to help bend the world toward Kim’s vision. Funding Information The Kim Wall Memorial … [Read more...] about IWMF: Open Call for Kim Wall Memorial Fund 2021
A Chance to Win Up to $20,000 under WISE Awards
Deadline: 17-Jan-22 The Qatar Foundation is accepting nominations for the WISE Awards to recognize and promote six successful and innovative projects that are addressing global educational challenges and transforming communities. The selected projects are models of excellence that serve as an inspiration for others to improve education through innovation and creative action. Types of Projects The WISE Awards recognize innovative educational projects that have already demonstrated a … [Read more...] about A Chance to Win Up to $20,000 under WISE Awards
