The 2011 Tech Awards are open to nominations of individuals, organizations and companies that use innovative technology solutions to address the humanity’s most pressing problems. The Tech Awards Laureates are profoundly improving the human condition through the use of technology. It is the goal of … [Read more...] about Tech Awards for addressing humanity’s most pressing problems through the use of technology
Archives for 2010
African Colours: Call for Applications
The Delegation of the European Union with the African Union, in partnership with the African Union is organizing a contest for professional photographers residing in Africa. The theme of the contest is "The beauty of Africa in all its forms" which is intended to promote a positive image of the … [Read more...] about African Colours: Call for Applications
USAID/Nepal Request for Proposals for “Hariyo Ban”
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Nepal has issued a call for proposals to support a new natural resources management cum climate change program called “Hariyo Ban Nepalko Dhan ” (Hariyo Ban) program. The Hariyo Ban program aims to reduce threats to biodiversity and … [Read more...] about USAID/Nepal Request for Proposals for “Hariyo Ban”
Call for Applications: Open Society Foundations / University of St Andrews Scholarships
The Open Society Foundations / University of St Andrews Scholarships provide opportunities for independent postgraduate study at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, UK, for applicants from Indonesia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Scholarships are available for study for the master's in … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Open Society Foundations / University of St Andrews Scholarships
Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards in Russia
The Russian Microfinance Center and the Citi Foundation announced the opening of nominations for the sixth annual Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards. Nominations will be open from 1 November until 30 December 2010. The aim is to encourage the best microentrepreneurs and the most effective … [Read more...] about Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards in Russia
Open Society Institute’s Justice Initiative Fellows Program on Human Rights
The Open Society Institute is accepting applications for the Justice Initiative Fellows Program at Central European University. The program offers a two year study and practical work experience that aims to develop a network of lawyers and activists working on human rights issues … [Read more...] about Open Society Institute’s Justice Initiative Fellows Program on Human Rights
A Call for Applications for the “Indigenous Peoples, Human Rights and Advocacy” Program
The "Indigenous Peoples, Human Rights and Advocacy" is a training program for indigenous advocates from the Asia-Pacific region. It is organized by Diplomacy Training Program (DTP) in partnership with Asia Indigenous Peoples PAct (AIPP and the Cordillera Indigenous Peoples' Legal Center (DINTEG). It … [Read more...] about A Call for Applications for the “Indigenous Peoples, Human Rights and Advocacy” Program
Community-Campus Partnerships for Health Award
The Community-Campus Partnerships for Health Award (CCPH) recognizes exemplary partnerships between communities and higher educational institutions that build on each other's strengths to improve higher education, civic engagement, and the overall health of communities. The intent of the award is … [Read more...] about Community-Campus Partnerships for Health Award
Human Rights Watch / Hellman-Hammett Grants
Human Rights Watch administers the Hellman/Hammett grant program for writers all around the world who have been victims of political persecution and are in financial need. The program is financed by the estate of the playwright Lillian Hellman with grants given in her name and that of her long-time … [Read more...] about Human Rights Watch / Hellman-Hammett Grants
Global Health Reporting Fellowships to US Journalists to cover stories on HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, maternal and child health…
The International Reporting Project (IRP) is offering the IRP Fellowships in Global Health Reporting for 9-week reporting grants offered to cover important global health stories such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, maternal and child health and scientific research aimed at reducing the impact of … [Read more...] about Global Health Reporting Fellowships to US Journalists to cover stories on HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, maternal and child health…
