International, national and local NGOs working in the area of press and journalism around the world are invited to submit nominations for the World Press Freedom Prize, organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).The World Press Freedom is awarded to an … [Read more...] about UNESCO's World Press Freedom Prize
Archives for 2009
SEPHIS Grant Programme for Individuals
Individuals from developing countries, pursuing high level of academic education can seek grants under the SEPHIS grants programme. SEPHIS is providing fellowships to individuals who are either doing post-doctoral research or PhD to cover their travel, research costs and other expenses including … [Read more...] about SEPHIS Grant Programme for Individuals
Heinz Fellowship in Sustainable Development, Governance, Public Health and Conflict
The Heinz Fellowship is available for individuals from developing countries to undertake educational experiences at the University of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania in the United States. The education experiences specifically mean practical and professional non-degree courses for a duration of one year. … [Read more...] about Heinz Fellowship in Sustainable Development, Governance, Public Health and Conflict
The Young Women's Leadership Programme 2009
Young women between the ages of 20 and 35 years from Burundi, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Uganda can apply for the four available scholarships under the 2009 Young Women's Leadership Programme under the Eastern African Sub-regional Support Initiative for the Advancement of Women (EASSI). The EASSI was … [Read more...] about The Young Women's Leadership Programme 2009
SEED Awards for Entrepreneurship in Sustainable Development
The 2009 SEED Awards have been announced for the best entrepreneurial and innovative idea, which demonstrates sustainable development through a locally-driven initiative. The award does not carry any cash, but provides "a comprehensive package of tailor-made support services." This package is worth … [Read more...] about SEED Awards for Entrepreneurship in Sustainable Development
Vodafone Americas Foundation seeking Proposals for Innovative projects
The Vodafone Americas Foundation is offering funding grants of up to US $600,000 to projects around the world that have implemented innovative activities relating to the wireless technology. The opportunity is opened only to organizations based in the United States, but the project could possibly be … [Read more...] about Vodafone Americas Foundation seeking Proposals for Innovative projects
Call for Project Proposals from Toyota Fund for Europe
Toyota Fund for Europe has issued a 'Call for Project Proposals' to NGOs in selected countries to submit proposals on its focal areas of environment, road safety and technical education. These focal areas are part of the policy concerns of Toyota. Projects need to have a pan-European focus as well. … [Read more...] about Call for Project Proposals from Toyota Fund for Europe
Submit Your NGO Profile
Often donors and international development organizations use the internet to seek information about NGOs around the world for initiating potential partnerships, exchanging knowledge, building skills, researching for facts, reporting and other communication needs. However, many small and medium-sized … [Read more...] about Submit Your NGO Profile
20. Micro-Insurance: Health Micro-Insurance
Health micro-insurance is a form of micro-insurance in which resources are pooled to mitigate health risks and cover health care services in full or in part. Health micro-insurance schemes are more complex in nature compared to life insurance schemes, as they provide services towards specific risks … [Read more...] about 20. Micro-Insurance: Health Micro-Insurance
19. Micro-Insurance: Types – The Full-Service Model
In the Full-Service Model, the institution delivers micro-insurance services along with various other insurance products such as health, life, maternity protection, childcare, assets and livestock.There are two different approaches of offering this kind of service. First, the insurance service … [Read more...] about 19. Micro-Insurance: Types – The Full-Service Model
