Importance of Youth Projects and Why NGOs should focus on implementing Projects on Youth Development In 1985, the United Nations General Assembly defined “youth” as those in between the ages of 14 and 24 and set the goal to assist organisations willing to facilitate the entrance of youth in civil … [Read more...] about International Funding for Youth and Youth-led Organizations
Archives for 2013
Current Trends in International Funding for Youth-based Projects
Evidence shows that international agencies, private foundations, and governments are more and more willing to finance projects focusing on the youth or to sponsor initiatives that involve youth participation. It is often seen in calls for proposals for projects that provide livelihood opportunities … [Read more...] about Current Trends in International Funding for Youth-based Projects
Major International Funding for Youth-based Projects
All major international agencies and private foundations have long established specific schemes to support youth initiatives in the civil society. Since 1981, the United Nations provide grants of seed money to organisations working with youth through the Youth Fund. More recently, in 2011, UN … [Read more...] about Major International Funding for Youth-based Projects
How to Write Successful Proposals for Youth-based Projects
General guidelines for writing project proposals apply for youth project proposals, although, in this case, the strength of your proposal will be assessed against your ability to make a case for the importance of investing in youth in your community. Whether you are applying for an award that is … [Read more...] about How to Write Successful Proposals for Youth-based Projects
Training and Conference Opportunities for Youths
Apart from monitoring calls for proposals advertised by the main international agencies, you might find it useful to look up specific training programmes targeting young people to work in the NGO sector, relevant conferences, and awards given by private foundations. Training, conferences, and … [Read more...] about Training and Conference Opportunities for Youths
Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellowships
Deadline- 15 July 2013 Applicants from India are invited to apply for Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellowships offered by United States - India Educational Foundation (USIEF). The mission of this program is to provide Indian faculty, researchers, and professionals the … [Read more...] about Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellowships
International Grant Program for Fiscal 2013
The Toyota Foundation is accepting applications for International Grant Program offered to eligible countries in Asia. The objective of this program is to create a new style of cooperation. Thematic areas- Aging society Multicultural society Consensus-building on local environmental … [Read more...] about International Grant Program for Fiscal 2013
Young European Citizens’ Convention – Summer School
Deadline- 31 May 2013 All eligible participants are invited to participate in Young European Citizen’s Convention that will be conducted in Cluny, France from 7 – 17 July 2013. This year’s theme is “Citizens of Europe: a choice to be made.” The objective of this program is to exchange ideas with … [Read more...] about Young European Citizens’ Convention – Summer School
Endeavour Executive Fellowship
Deadline- 30 June 2013 Interested applicants are invited to apply for Endeavour Executive Fellowship Program which provides professional development opportunities for high achievers. The goal of this program is to focus on building skills and knowledge through a host work environment rather than … [Read more...] about Endeavour Executive Fellowship
The Tevel Fellowship Program
Deadline- 31 May 2013 International applicants are invited to apply for Tevel Fellowship Program, Fully-funded development fellowship in Nepal. The Fellowship is offered in the fields of Agriculture, Education, Community, Health, Computers and Media. The goal of this program is to work in … [Read more...] about The Tevel Fellowship Program
