The University of Edinburgh seeks Applications for Global Development Academy Master’s Scholarships

The University of Edinburgh is currently inviting applications for Edinburgh Global Development Academy Master’s Scholarships from eligible candidates in select countries. . . . → Read More: The University of Edinburgh seeks Applications for Global Development Academy Master’s Scholarships

Reconsidering Development E-Journal seeks Entries focusing on Institutions for its Third Issue in a Variety of Formats

Reconsidering Development, an interdisciplinary E-journal based at the University of Minnesota, is currently seeking submissions in the form of writings, audio, video entries or any other artistic format for its third issue Reconsidering Development and the “Institutions”. . . . → Read More: Reconsidering Development E-Journal seeks Entries focusing on Institutions for its Third Issue in a Variety of Formats

USAID Partnership establishes African Agricultural Fund

The U.S. Agency for International Development, in collaboration with six partners, is establishing the African Agricultural Capital Fund. . . . → Read More: USAID Partnership establishes African Agricultural Fund

Unite for Sight invites people from variety of fields to attend the Global Health & Innovation Conference 2012

Unite for Sight is organizing the Global Health & Innovation Conference (GHIC) at Yale University, New Haven CT from April 21-22, 2012. This is one of world’s most important global health conferences and is attended by a large number of professionals and students from different parts of the world. The conference gives a . . . → Read More: Unite for Sight invites people from variety of fields to attend the Global Health & Innovation Conference 2012

International Climate Protection Fellowships to undertake research-related project in Germany

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation is offering the International Climate Protection Fellowships to enable prospective leaders to conduct research-related project of their own choice during a one-year stay in Germany. The fellowship programme is funded by the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety through its International Climate Protection Initiative. . . . → Read More: International Climate Protection Fellowships to undertake research-related project in Germany

Submission of Applications for the Development Innovation Ventures –USAID -5

Initially, concept paper defining the basic information about the project idea and the organization has to be submitted for applying to any of the three stages of the USAID’s Development Innovation Ventures’ Development Innovation Fund. The concept paper should not exceed more than five pages. The Stage 1 applicants only need to submit . . . → Read More: Submission of Applications for the Development Innovation Ventures –USAID -5

Advocacy Fellowship in HIV Prevention Research

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The international nonprofit organization, AVAC is calling for applications for the 2010-2011 HIV Prevention Research Advocacy Fellowship. The fellowship “pairs emerging leaders in advocacy and activism with existing organizations to develop and execute creative, context-specific projects focused on HIV prevention research.”

The overall goal of the . . . → Read More: Advocacy Fellowship in HIV Prevention Research

Lewis Perinbam Award in International Development (only for Canadians)

The Board of Trustees of the Lewis Perinbam Award in International Development and the World University Service of Canada (WUSC) are pleased to announce the 2010 competition for the Award. Nominations (to honour Canadians) will be accepted until Friday, September 17, 2010. The winner will be announced at the beginning of November and . . . → Read More: Lewis Perinbam Award in International Development (only for Canadians)

Call for Applications from the OPEC Fund for International Development -3

Disbursement of the Scholarship Fund

The terms and conditions of payment will be determined in coordination with the student upon his/her selection in accordance with the following guidelines:

The tuition fees, including any supplementary examination fees, as may be required by the academic institution, will be paid by OFID directly to . . . → Read More: Call for Applications from the OPEC Fund for International Development -3

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Eligibility

Must be between the ages of 23-32 at the time of submitting his/her application. Must have obtained or be on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree with a Baccalaureate from an accredited college/university, or its equivalent. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 rating system, . . . → Read More: Call for Applications from the OPEC Fund for International Development -2

Call for Applications from the OPEC Fund for International Development

OFID (The OPEC Fund for International Development) is pleased to announce that qualified applicants who have obtained or are on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree and who wish to study for a Master’s degree are welcome to apply for the OFID Scholarship 2010/2011. The OFID scholarship will be awarded to support . . . → Read More: Call for Applications from the OPEC Fund for International Development

DFID Development Innovation Fund’s Grant Application Form simplified

Latest info: DFID is no longer accepting applications under the Development Innovation Fund.

Small and medium-sized NGOs and CBOs can access funding opportunities from UK Department for Intenational Development’s (DFID) new grant launched this year called the “Development Innovation Fund” (DIF). The Fund has been set up to support only small . . . → Read More: DFID Development Innovation Fund’s Grant Application Form simplified

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Before we move ahead straight to the grant application form, let us quickly understand the main conditions of the grant. Below is a summary:

Any not-for-profit organization located in a developing country can apply for this Fund. The organization’s income during the last 3 years should not have exceeded more than £500,000 (from . . . → Read More: DFID Development Innovation Fund’s Grant Application Form simplified -2

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We move ahead to the application form now for applying to the DFID’s Development Innovation Fund (DIF). There are two forms under the Fund which can be downloaded from the following links:

Application Form Budget Form

Before we start writing down the proposal in the given application form, there are again . . . → Read More: DFID Development Innovation Fund’s Grant Application Form simplified -3

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1.1 main objective of the project should specify the goal or the overall objective of the project (in not more than 25 words). The goal is usually broad and long-term, but if you project is specific and focused on achieving only one objective, it can be written down here. More information about the . . . → Read More: DFID Development Innovation Fund’s Grant Application Form simplified -5

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1.5 The total cost of the project: You can fill this later once you have listed the activities. But make sure that you give your total cost in British Pounds (GBP) only. Use online currency converters such as http://www.google.com/finance/converter or http://www.x-rates.com/calculator.html to convert your local currency into pounds. Remember that the maximum amount . . . → Read More: DFID Development Innovation Fund’s Grant Application Form simplified -6

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2.9 If your organization has been funded by DFID directly or indirectly, it can be mentioned here briefly. Any previous experience with DFID or any of its programmes will be an added advantage for the organization as references can work as strong recommendations to fund the organization. If there is no such previous . . . → Read More: DFID Development Innovation Fund’s Grant Application Form simplified -8

Just Awards: The IgNobel Prizes for Civil Society are not just for Fun, but also for Change

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We have heard about the famous “first-make-people-laugh-and-then-make-them-think” IgNobel Prizes awarded to so-called scientific achievements that should have not been achieved. How about organizing such an award in the civil society sector? The Just Awards in the United States have been set up for just this purpose. They “will highlight the irrational, the . . . → Read More: Just Awards: The IgNobel Prizes for Civil Society are not just for Fun, but also for Change

IDRC’s Canadian Window on International Development Awards

The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is providing an opportunity to citizens of developing countries and Canada to undertake research on issues affected the relationship between Canada and developing countries. “The complexities of national economic and social development in Canada are increasingly evident, and are often related to international issues. Similarly Canadian trade, . . . → Read More: IDRC’s Canadian Window on International Development Awards

DFID providing Additional Funding Support to NGOs for Eradication of Poverty

This new funding opportunity is available for UK-based organizations and those civil society organizations previously funded by the Department for International Development (DFID), regardless of their location. So, if your NGO has implemented projects previously with the support of DFID or is currently its partner, then you can apply to this new funding . . . → Read More: DFID providing Additional Funding Support to NGOs for Eradication of Poverty

Developing Country Scholarships to Participate in International Courses and Training Programmes

The CUD (Cutting-edge International Trainings and Courses for Development) Scholarship Programme for the year 2010-2011 offers support to undertake international courses and trainings such as the European Masters in Microfinance, Master in Public Health – Guidance Health and Development, Master in International Economics and Development, Master in Development, Environment and Societies, Master in . . . → Read More: Developing Country Scholarships to Participate in International Courses and Training Programmes

17 October 2009 – Newsletter: Fundsforngos.org

King Baudouin International Development Prize for Organizations and Individuals in Developing Countries Deadline: 1 February 2010 Developing Countries This prestigious prize from the King Baudouin Foundation gives international recognition to organizations or individuals with an award of €150,000 for contribution towards sustainable development in developing countries around the world…[more] http://www.fundsforngos.org/latest-funds-for-ngos/king-baudouin-international-development-prize-for-organizations-and-individuals-in-developing-countries/

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AUSAID seeking Partners for its International Development Volunteering

The Australian Agency for International Development (AUSAID) is developing a new program to continue its international development volunteering program in which it funded several Australians to take up developmental assignments overseas. In the new program, AUSAID is currently seeking Expressions of Interest from organizations to become Core Partners for implementing it. The previous . . . → Read More: AUSAID seeking Partners for its International Development Volunteering

Award for the Unsung Heroes of International Development

The UK-based newspaper, Guardian in partnership with the Department for International Development (DFID) and Marie Stopes International has launched the Guardian Achievements in International Development Award. The award is meant to recognize the achievements of those unsung heroes who have made “a profound contribution to the alleviation of poverty.” Individuals who have worked . . . → Read More: Award for the Unsung Heroes of International Development

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