Deadline: 22-Nov-20 United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced the Small Grants Programme (SGP) to support small scale projects relating to the 5 thematic areas, for activities that conserve and restore the environment while enhancing people's wellbeing and livelihoods, taking into consideration gender, vulnerability and equality concerns. The objective of the 7th Operational Phase of the Small Grants Programme is “to promote and support community-based innovative, inclusive … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: OP7 GEF Small Grants Programme (Maldives)
YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program
Deadline: 29-Nov-20 Applications are now open for the Cohort 37 of YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program for emerging or aspiring entrepreneurs. What they Offer Business and Entrepreneurship This track caters to the range of emerging or aspiring entrepreneurs who expect to take on leadership roles within the private sector or build their own business ventures on the continent. Civil Society Management This track is oriented to those who are or aspire to be … [Read more...] about YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program
Growth Accelerator COVID19 Tourism Entrepreneurship – Malawi
Deadline: 3-Nov-20 Growth Accelerator Malawi COVID19 Tourism Entrepreneurship Challenge is targeting businesses in the tourism sector who have been adversely affected by COVID-19, including nature-based tourism. In contrast to the broader Growth Accelerator programme, this tourism window will only provide financing and no technical assistance. The Growth Accelerator Covid-19 Tourism Entrepreneurship Challenge aims at supporting tourism designated businesses that have been affected by the … [Read more...] about Growth Accelerator COVID19 Tourism Entrepreneurship – Malawi
UNDRR : Disaster Risk and Displacement in Ethiopia
Deadline: 4-Nov-20 UNDRR invites not profit-making organizations to submit grant proposals that focus on the project "Disaster risk and displacement in Ethiopia – strengthening the vulnerability component in the assessments of disaster displacement risk". UNDRR is the United Nations’ focal point for the coordination of disaster risk reduction, working with countries and a broad range of partners and stakeholders to support the implementation, monitoring and review of the Sendai Framework … [Read more...] about UNDRR : Disaster Risk and Displacement in Ethiopia
International Renaissance: Respect for Human Right and Justice (Ukraine)
Deadline: 2-Nov-20 Human Rights and Justice Program of the International Renaissance Foundation, Project of the United Nations Development Program in Ukraine "Civil Society for the Development of Democracy and Human Rights in Ukraine" has announced Contest "Respect for human rights and the administration of justice in the context of armed conflict in Ukraine". The Purpose of the competition is to support the activities of civil society organizations to create the conditions for the … [Read more...] about International Renaissance: Respect for Human Right and Justice (Ukraine)
Munich Re Foundation declares Nominations for 2021 RISK Award
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Deadline: 14-Dec-20 The Munich Re Foundation has declared nominations for the 2021 RISK Award to increase people’s resilience to disasters. Disasters are often a consequence of natural hazards impacting social systems and societies. The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) defines disasters as “a serious disruption of the functioning of a community or a society involving widespread human, material, economic or environmental losses and impacts, which exceeds the ability … [Read more...] about Munich Re Foundation declares Nominations for 2021 RISK Award
“Step Up!”: The Young Health Global Grants Programme to extend the Impact of AstraZeneca’s Investment in Young People’s Health
Deadline: 22 July 2019 Charities Aid Foundation has launched "Step Up!" the AstraZeneca Young Health Global Grants Programme that aims to extend the reach and impact of AstraZeneca’s investment in young people’s health. It builds on the success of the Young Health Programme and enables a wider range of applications to be considered from NGOs, non-profits and other charitable organisations seeking to innovate and scale their impact in relation to young people’s health and well being. It is … [Read more...] about “Step Up!”: The Young Health Global Grants Programme to extend the Impact of AstraZeneca’s Investment in Young People’s Health
Applications Open for United Nations – The Nippon Foundation Critical Needs Fellowship!
Deadline: 5 October 2018 Applications are now open for "United Nations - The Nippon Foundation Critical Needs Fellowship" Building capacity to address critical needs of the most vulnerable States which was established in 2017 as one of three core activities under the United Nations - Nippon Foundation Sustainable Ocean Programme. The Fellowship aims to assist developing States, particularly least developed countries, small island developing States and landlocked developing countries, to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for United Nations – The Nippon Foundation Critical Needs Fellowship!
IOM, UN Partners associate with Mozambican Authorities to Enhance and Protect Migrant Workers’ Rights
The UN Migration Agency (IOM), International Labour Organization (ILO) and the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (UNOHCHR) have collaborated to enhance and protect the Rights of all Migrant Workers and Members of their Families (CMW). The four-day National Training on Treaty Body Reporting and Workshop on the socialization and domestication of the CMW also aims to improve the government’s capacity to review its legal, policy and institutional framework in … [Read more...] about IOM, UN Partners associate with Mozambican Authorities to Enhance and Protect Migrant Workers’ Rights
UN Grants $3 Million to support Cyclone hit Somaliland
The United Nations has released approximate $3 million to help people affected by an unprecedented storm which delivered a full year's worth of rain in just a few days, compounding damage caused by recent severe flooding. This grant will help to tackle the effects of climate change among the most vulnerable local populations, as resilience in these communities had already been extremely strained due to at least four failed rainy seasons. UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Somalia, Peter de Clercq … [Read more...] about UN Grants $3 Million to support Cyclone hit Somaliland
International Community announces US$4.4 billion life-saving Humanitarian Aid to support Syria
At the second Brussels conference on Supporting the future of Syria and the region, the international community has announced a US$4.4 billion in funding to support life-saving humanitarian aid as well as resilience and development activities to millions of affected people in Syria and the region this year. The international community also confirmed $3.4 billion in funding for humanitarian, resilience and development activities in 2019 to 2020 for the Syria crisis response. Thirty-six donors at … [Read more...] about International Community announces US$4.4 billion life-saving Humanitarian Aid to support Syria
Applications Open for 2018 Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship!
Deadline: 7 May 2018 Applications are now open for the Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship which is a unique opportunity for young journalists from developing countries and countries with economies in transition to cover the United Nations. Hosted every fall at UN Headquarters, the programme brings a select group of journalists to New York for the opening of the General Assembly. The 2018 Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship will take place at United Nations Headquarters … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship!
UPS Foundation announces $16 million 2018 Grants for Humanitarian Relief, Community Resilience and Safety Programs Worldwide
The UPS Foundation has announced 2018 grants and in-kind support totaling more than $16 million to non-profit, non-governmental organizations and United Nations agencies for humanitarian relief, community resilience and safety programs worldwide. Grants provide support for disaster response, preparedness and recovery, enhancing public health care supply chains and improving global road safety. Among the programs, UPS Foundation is expanding its work with Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and … [Read more...] about UPS Foundation announces $16 million 2018 Grants for Humanitarian Relief, Community Resilience and Safety Programs Worldwide
Finland Grants EUR 67 million to curb Humanitarian Crisis in Syria
Finland granted EUR 67 million to humanitarian aid organisations via principal UN specialised agencies, the Red Cross Movement, and six Finnish civil society organisations. The biggest amount of funding is channeled to fight the acute difficult humanitarian crisis in Syria. Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Anne-Mari Virolainen said, "The global humanitarian situation continues to be difficult also this year. For people living in the middle of crises and natural disasters, … [Read more...] about Finland Grants EUR 67 million to curb Humanitarian Crisis in Syria
UN receives $1 billion contributions from Saudi Arabia and UAE to assist Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen
The United Nations has received nearly $1 billion contributions from Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and urged other donors to follow suit and help tackle the world’s worst humanitarian crisis in Yemen. More than 22 million people in Yemen require humanitarian aid or protection assistance, including 2 million who are internally displaced due to the ongoing conflict between the Government and rebel forces. UN Secretary-General António Guterres said, “I would like to take this … [Read more...] about UN receives $1 billion contributions from Saudi Arabia and UAE to assist Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen
UN Grants $9 million Assistance to support People displaced in North-East Nigeria
The United Nation has provided $9 million assistance from the United Nations-managed country-based humanitarian assistance fund to help thousands of people displaced in North-East Nigeria. Some 60,000 people have been displaced by ongoing hostilities in Nigeria’s crisis-torn Borno state. The UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Edward Kallon said, “The crisis continues to displace thousands of vulnerable women, children and men every week. Many have gone through unspeakable hardship and … [Read more...] about UN Grants $9 million Assistance to support People displaced in North-East Nigeria
Japan provides WFP with US$2.5 million to fight Malnutrition in Chad’s Sahel Region
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has announced a US$2.5 million contribution from the Government of Japan to support 65,000 people in Chad’s fragile Sahel region suffering from high levels of acute malnutrition. Insufficient rainfall during the last planting season in parts of Chad’s Sahel region has ignited an early onset of the lean season – the period when families increasingly face difficulties feeding themselves as food stocks from the previous harvest are depleted. WFP … [Read more...] about Japan provides WFP with US$2.5 million to fight Malnutrition in Chad’s Sahel Region
USA Grants $ 2.5 million to Assist Venezuelans in Colombia
The US government has announced $ 2.5 million in humanitarian aid to help Venezuelans who have been forced to leave their country and seek a better future in Colombia. In the statement, USAID said it will channel funds through the Pan American Health Organization and the United Nations World Food Program. Administrator of USAID, Mark Green said, "In partnership with Colombia, this initial and immediate commitment of $ 2.5 million will provide food and emergency medical assistance for … [Read more...] about USA Grants $ 2.5 million to Assist Venezuelans in Colombia
Ghana to Host the 2018 World Press Freedom Day to mark Country’s Growing Democratic Credentials
Ghana to host the 2018 World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) as a mark of the country’s growing democratic credentials. The Accra event will bring together civil society, the academia, media and representatives of the judiciary. The event will be in four plenary sessions including an academic conference on the safety of journalists, a youth newsroom and photo exhibition. The Director-General of the United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Madame Bokova added that … [Read more...] about Ghana to Host the 2018 World Press Freedom Day to mark Country’s Growing Democratic Credentials
IKEA Foundation announces €3.5 million support for Women’s Empowerment Programme in India
The IKEA Foundation has announced a new grant for €3.5 million to support its partner PRADAN with its successful women’s empowerment programme in India which helps women living in rural communities in India to organise themselves into strong self-help groups. These groups give them a stronger voice within their families and villages, and enable them to take charge of their lives. IKEA have been working with PRADAN since 2013 and invested a total of €11.5 million in their programmes, which … [Read more...] about IKEA Foundation announces €3.5 million support for Women’s Empowerment Programme in India
