The Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) Center for Justice & Human Rights is accepting nominations for the 2011 RFK Human Rights Award. Established in 1984 in the spirit of Robert Kennedy's ideals, the award seeks to honor those courageous and innovative individuals striving for social justice throughout … [Read more...] about Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award
Archives for 2011
Call for Proposals for Commissioned Cases Studies on ICTs, Climate Change and Development
With climate change becoming a prominent global issue and the rising importance of Information Communication Technologies (ICT), a project is being implemented by the University of Manchester's Center for Development Informatics funded by the Canadian International Development Research Centre … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for Commissioned Cases Studies on ICTs, Climate Change and Development
The World of Children Annual Awards: Humanitarian, Health and Youth Awards
The World of Children Annual Awards Program is a global recognition and funding program that “exclusively focuses on a broad range of children’s issues such as health including hunger and nutrition, education, safety and human rights.” It works to improve the lives of children worldwide by … [Read more...] about The World of Children Annual Awards: Humanitarian, Health and Youth Awards
Civil Courage Prize accepting NGO nominations worldwide
The international Civil Courage Prize is sponsored by the Train Foundation to honor “extraordinary individuals whose acts, undertaken deliberately, over time, have demonstrated ‘steadfast resistance to evil at great personal risk.’” The Prize does not attempt to establish a ranking or give the … [Read more...] about Civil Courage Prize accepting NGO nominations worldwide
World Bank’s Robert S. McNamara Fellowship Program for young researchers
The World Bank is inviting applications from young researchers working in academic and research institutions from eligible countries preparing a doctoral thesis for the Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program. Research grants cover residence costs for a 5 to 10 month period in a renowned university … [Read more...] about World Bank’s Robert S. McNamara Fellowship Program for young researchers
AWARD Call for Applications for 2011 Fellowships
The African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) has issued a call for applications for its 2011 fellowships. AWARD is a professional development program that strengthens the research and leadership skills of African women in agricultural science, empowering them to contribute … [Read more...] about AWARD Call for Applications for 2011 Fellowships
Indigenous Scholarships for Indigenous University Graduate
The Fund for the Development of Indigenous Peoples (FI) has launched a call for the fifth version of the Graduate "Indigenous Peoples, Human Rights, Governance and International Cooperation" to train native leaders and professionals. The scholarship is aimed at professionals and indigenous leaders … [Read more...] about Indigenous Scholarships for Indigenous University Graduate
OECD celebrates its 50th Anniversary by launching a video competition
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has launched the Young people's video competition on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. Young people around the world are invited to submit a short video describing their vision of "Progress." The competition is open to young … [Read more...] about OECD celebrates its 50th Anniversary by launching a video competition
Foundation Ensemble’s Small Grants Fund
Foundation Ensemble's Small Grants Fund provides funding in the areas of animal biodiversity, water and sanitation and sustainable development. However, nearly 50% of this fund is focused upon supporting projects related to biodiversity such as protecting species of animals that are under threat … [Read more...] about Foundation Ensemble’s Small Grants Fund
Foundation Ensemble’s Call for Proposals for “Sustainable Development and Job Creation”
The Foundation Ensemble has renewed its call for proposals for the year 2011 under the "Sustainable Development and Job Creation," supporting the emergence of local microstructures and environmentally-friendly sources of employment. As this is a Program Fund of the Foundation, covering 85% of its … [Read more...] about Foundation Ensemble’s Call for Proposals for “Sustainable Development and Job Creation”
