The Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA) is calling for applications to provide funding for individuals/groups litigating cases before the African Commission for Human and Peoples' Rights. The support is part of the Legal Defence Fund, launched by IHRDA with the financial … [Read more...] about Legal Defence Fund Call for Applications
Archives for 2011
Request for Applications from NGOs for USAID’s Development Grants Program
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched a Request for Applications for the Development Grants Program providing support in the three sectors of microenterprise, water and climate change adaptation. Applications can be submitted by indigenous, local NGOs from … [Read more...] about Request for Applications from NGOs for USAID’s Development Grants Program
Fellowships at Microinsurance Innovation Facility
The International Labour Organization's (ILO) Microinsurance Innovation Facility is requesting applications for its Fellowship Programme from eligible candidates from countries given below. The fellowships provide an opportunity for young professionals to gain hands-on experience in microinsurance … [Read more...] about Fellowships at Microinsurance Innovation Facility
Minor Foundation for Major Challenges announces Competition for Communicating the Future – Explaining Climate Change through Graphics
The Minor Foundation for Major Challenges, a Norwegian nonprofit organizations has launched a competition called "Communicating the Future - Explaining Climate Change through Graphics." The competition aims to select an extraordinarily good way of communicating the issue of man-made climate … [Read more...] about Minor Foundation for Major Challenges announces Competition for Communicating the Future – Explaining Climate Change through Graphics
Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in partnership with the Government of Norway, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Grand Challenges Canada and the World Bank has launched the "Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development," which is calling for … [Read more...] about Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development
Lindbergh Foundation Grants for individuals working to balance technology and preservation of natural/human environment
The Charles A. and Anne Morrow Lindberg Foundation is offering grants of up to $10,580 (which is a symbolic amount representing the cost of the Spirit of St. Louis) to men and women whose individual initiative and work in a wide spectrum of disciplines furthers the Lindberghs' vision of a balance … [Read more...] about Lindbergh Foundation Grants for individuals working to balance technology and preservation of natural/human environment
2011 Innovation Awards for Health Organizations
Health-related organizations around the world working on a solution independently or in partnership with a technology solution partner (based on the latest Microsoft technologies) can apply for the Microsoft Health Users Group 2011 Innovation Awards The awards are presented annually to the health … [Read more...] about 2011 Innovation Awards for Health Organizations
William T. Grant Foundation accepting applications for its Scholars Program
The William T. Grant Foundation is accepting applications for the William T. Grant Scholars Program which is a professional development program for early-career researchers in the social, behavioral, or health sciences. The program differs from traditional research grants in that it supports career … [Read more...] about William T. Grant Foundation accepting applications for its Scholars Program
Ford Foundation’s JustFilms to support filmmakers advancing social justice worldwide
The Ford Foundation has launched a new initiative called "JustFilms" which seeks to support courageous filmmakers to complete their important works and to help them reach a growing audience of engaged and socially conscious viewers. The Foundation is investing $10 million a year over five years in … [Read more...] about Ford Foundation’s JustFilms to support filmmakers advancing social justice worldwide
UNODC Small Grants Facility to support victims of trafficking
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has launched the 2011 Small Grants Facility under the United Nations Voluntary Trust Fund for victims of human trafficking. The Facility aims to provide tangible support through established channels to victims of trafficking in persons. NGOs are invited … [Read more...] about UNODC Small Grants Facility to support victims of trafficking
