Deadline: 06-Apr-21 European Union has launched the Mayors for Economic Growth (M4EG) initiative to support Mayors and municipalities of the Eastern Partnership (EaP) counties in becoming active facilitators for sustainable economic growth and job creation. The M4EG initiative is based on the principle that, by working in partnership with the private sector, public organisations and civil society, local authorities can help improve the local business environment and create the conditions … [Read more...] about European Union’s Mayors for Economic Growth – Pilot projects
Wildlife Acoustics offers Scientific Product Grant Program
Deadline: 15-May-21 Wildlife Acoustics is offering a grant program that provides scientists with resources to help further their research into the study of bats, birds, frogs and other vocal wildlife. The Scientific Product Grant Program is supporting the advancement of animal biology research, habitat monitoring and environmental conservation. Funding Information Wildlife Acoustics will give away up to $5,000 worth of products to grant recipients worldwide. Criteria Grant … [Read more...] about Wildlife Acoustics offers Scientific Product Grant Program
2021 Submit Proposals for Sophie Danforth Conservation Biology Fund (SDCBF)
Deadline: 01-Jun-21 The Sophie Danforth Conservation Biology Fund (SDCBF) is seeking proposals to support conservation programs that protect threatened wildlife and habitats worldwide. Field studies and other projects that demonstrate a multi-disciplinary approach to biodiversity and ecosystem conservation, and projects that involve in-country collaborators receive the highest funding priority. Environmental education programs, development of techniques that can be used in a natural … [Read more...] about 2021 Submit Proposals for Sophie Danforth Conservation Biology Fund (SDCBF)
National Geographic Society announces COVID-19 Science Fund
Deadline: 31-Mar-21 The National Geographic Society has announced the COVID-19 Science Fund to provide solutions to the situations created or magnified by the pandemic, thereby helping us to understand and address the challenges and changes of living in a COVID-19 world. In response to worldwide disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Geographic Society is providing funding for projects focused on how humanity and the natural world have reacted to and are living through the … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society announces COVID-19 Science Fund
Volvo Environment Prize of USD160,000: Submit Nominations for 2022
Deadline: 10-Jan-22 Nominations are now open for the 2022 Volvo Environment Prize to reward outstanding scientific discoveries or innovations broadly falling within the environmental sphere. There are many outstanding biologists and environmental scientists among the laureates but the scope of the award is wide. The idea is USD and innovations that in broad terms fall within the environmental and sustainability field. So previous laureates also include economists, urban development … [Read more...] about Volvo Environment Prize of USD160,000: Submit Nominations for 2022
UNESCO Calls for Proposals 2021: Silk Roads Youth Research Grant ($10,000)
Deadline: 18-Apr-21 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), with the support of the National Commission of the People’s Republic of China for UNESCO, has launched the ‘Silk Roads Youth Research Grant’ within the framework of the Social and Human Sciences Sector. This new initiative, which aims to mobilize young researchers for further study of the Silk Roads shared heritage, will award 12 research grants to young women and men under 35 years of … [Read more...] about UNESCO Calls for Proposals 2021: Silk Roads Youth Research Grant ($10,000)
Nominations Open for the Japan Foundation Awards 2021
Deadline: 15-Mar-21 Inaugurated in 1973, the year following the Japan Foundation’s establishment, the Japan Foundation Awards will have the 48th anniversary in 2021. The awards are presented to individuals or organizations that have significantly contributed to the promotion of international mutual understanding and friendship through their academic, artistic, or cultural activities and are expected to continue to do so. They look forward to receiving your nominations. Eligible fields of … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the Japan Foundation Awards 2021
Submit Nominations for Award for Transformative Agroecological Research for Development
Deadline: 15-Mar-21 The Biovision Foundation, in partnership with the Agropolis Foundation, awards the SHIFT Prize to recognize collaborative and transdisciplinary research for development projects and initiatives that have made exemplary contributions to the agroecological transformation of food systems. In light of contemporary challenges such as climate change, malnutrition, depletion of natural resources and consequently biodiversity loss, a profound transformation of global food … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for Award for Transformative Agroecological Research for Development
Journalismfund.eu seeking Proposals for ‘Modern Slavery Unveiled’
Deadline: 18-Mar-21 The Journalismfund.eu is currently seeking proposals for the Modern Slavery Unveiled to enable independent journalistic investigations into the exploitation of Asian victims of human trafficking and forced labour in Europe. Cross-border teams of professional journalists can apply for a grant to cover working time and/or expenses to investigate, document and expose aspects and cases of forced labour, cross-continental trafficking and other issues related to the … [Read more...] about Journalismfund.eu seeking Proposals for ‘Modern Slavery Unveiled’
European Cross-Border Grants Program for Professional Journalists
Deadline: 11-Mar-21 With European Cross-Border Grant, Journalismfund.eu will support professional journalists, who have good ideas for cross-border investigations and for research on European affairs. The stories must be relevant to European target groups. The project should be one that, in principle, could not be realized in this format within the remit of regular journalism – a project that can include cross-border research, networking between colleagues, established and innovative … [Read more...] about European Cross-Border Grants Program for Professional Journalists
Grant Competition to Support Public Safety and Social Cohesion in Ukraine
Deadline: 11-Mar-21 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced the Grant Competition to Support Network of Working Groups on Public Safety and Social Cohesion in the Zaporizhia region. The UN Peacebuilding Program is implemented by four UN agencies: the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the United Nations Framework for Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment (UN Women), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the … [Read more...] about Grant Competition to Support Public Safety and Social Cohesion in Ukraine
Call for Project Ideas: IKI Medium Grants 2021
Deadline: 24-May-21 The German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU) has launched the International Climate Initiative (IKI) Medium Grants 2021 that focuses on resilience of local populations in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change adaptation, as well as on strengthening participatory processes for ambitious climate action. IKI Medium Grants are aimed at civil society actors based in Germany that work in concert with local … [Read more...] about Call for Project Ideas: IKI Medium Grants 2021
Justice for Journalists Foundation announces 2021 Investigative Grant
Deadline: 14-Mar-21 The Justice for Journalists Foundation (JFJ) has announced a call for proposals for its 2021 Investigative Grant Programme. Subject Areas This year, JFJ will accept grant applications in the following three subject areas: An investigation into the following crimes against journalists committed in 2020-2021: State orchestrated abuse and harassment of journalists inciting them to suicide (ex. Irina Slavina, Russia); Physical violence against journalists … [Read more...] about Justice for Journalists Foundation announces 2021 Investigative Grant
3rd Biophilia Award for Environmental Communication 2021
Deadline: 31-May-21 The Biophilia Award for Environmental Communication has been announced that recognizes the work of professionals and organizations in any country that have contributed exceptionally to improving public understanding and awareness of ecological issues, through the dissemination of scientific knowledge and by opening up new perspectives on nature from any disciplinary angle. The award recognizes contributions in any aspect of environmental communication, especially in the … [Read more...] about 3rd Biophilia Award for Environmental Communication 2021
Applications Open for One World Media Fellowship
Deadline: 07-Apr-21 Applications are now open for the One World Media Fellowship aimed at aspiring journalists and filmmakers who seek to make a career out of reporting on stories from the global south. One World Media seeks to champion diverse emerging talent, and particularly encourage submissions from underrepresented groups (people of colour, ethnic groups, women, LGBTQ+, or people with disabilities) as well as from people from and based in the global south. Benefits £1,000 … [Read more...] about Applications Open for One World Media Fellowship
reach52 seeking Implementation Partners for Rural Digital Health Initiative
Deadline: 26-Mar-21 Social enterprise reach52 is seeking expressions of interest from established community-based organizations, such as NGOs, socially-minded private sector firms, and civil society organisations to partner together to implement reach52’s health services in new rural communities. By partnering with them, you can use their award-winning health tech and services to support the delivery of your impact goals, connecting underserved populations to primary care healthcare … [Read more...] about reach52 seeking Implementation Partners for Rural Digital Health Initiative
DRL Grant Initiative to support Civil Society in Ukraine
Deadline: 21-Apr-21 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 in Ukraine. Objectives Supporting Environmental Activism and Anti- Corruption Efforts in Ukraine; Promoting Civic Engagement of Combat Veterans in Ukraine. Funding Information Award Ceiling: $750,000; Award Floor: $750,000; Expected Number of Awards: 2; Funding … [Read more...] about DRL Grant Initiative to support Civil Society in Ukraine
Mental Health Research Awards for Investigators in Low and Middle-Income Countries
Deadline: 15-Nov-21 National Institutes of Health is pleased to announce Mental Health Research Awards for Investigators Early in their Career in Low and Middle-Income Countries. The mission of NIMH is to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for recovery, prevention, and cure. This mission includes supporting the next generation of exceptionally talented and creative scientists who are dedicated to producing the … [Read more...] about Mental Health Research Awards for Investigators in Low and Middle-Income Countries
Gender Security Project inviting Nominations for 2021 FemiList
Deadline: 01-Mar-21 The Gender Security Project is inviting nominations for the 2021 FemiList: a list of 100 women from the Global South, working in the fields of foreign policy, peacebuilding, law, activism, and development. Talked a lot about how the future is feminist: but they are very sure the future is HERE and it IS Feminist. If you know of any amazing women from the Global South who should be on FemiList 2021, from across the fields of: International relations and foreign … [Read more...] about Gender Security Project inviting Nominations for 2021 FemiList
Call for Proposals for NGOs/CSOs to support Local Development (Ukraine)
Deadline: 08-Mar-21 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced the present Call for Proposals (CFP) for engaging an NGO/CSO as Responsible Party to provide technical support of the implementation of the small grants programme focused on the support to local development in the selected communities of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts. The Programme’s interventions are grouped under the following key Programme components, which reflect the region’s priority needs: Component … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for NGOs/CSOs to support Local Development (Ukraine)
