DFID invites applications from organizations to pre-qualify for the Rapid Response Facility (RRF). The pre-qualification ensures that during an emergency, it will have partners that will be committed to provide quality service. The first few hours of an emergency are quite crucial, and if good … [Read more...] about Application for Pre-qualification for the Rapid Response Facility
MOST and Gates Foundation Partner to meet the Global development needs
Pursuing its goal of using technology for a better society, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has entered into a partnership with the Chinese Government's Ministry of Science and Technology. The partnership will initiate projects to support research, development, and manufacturing of … [Read more...] about MOST and Gates Foundation Partner to meet the Global development needs
OHCHR Call for Applications to the Special Fund
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is accepting project applications for its call for applications to the Special Fund of the Optional Protocol to the UN Convention against Torture 2011-2012. The project applications should aim at implementing recommendations … [Read more...] about OHCHR Call for Applications to the Special Fund
Nordic Climate Facility’s Third Call for Proposals
The Nordic Climate Facility has issued the third call for proposals on "innovative low-cost climate solutions with a focus on local business development in eligible developing countries." The Nordic Climate Facility aims to promote the transfer of technology, know-how and innovative ideas between … [Read more...] about Nordic Climate Facility’s Third Call for Proposals
Registration open to attend as Civil Society Observers at UNAIDS Board Meeting
The 29th Programme Coordinating Board meeting will be held at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland from 13-15 December 2011. Members of civil society can register to participate in the meeting as Observers. The draft agenda (EN | FR) for the three day meeting includes a presentation of the … [Read more...] about Registration open to attend as Civil Society Observers at UNAIDS Board Meeting
A Practical Guide released for NGOs accompanying Children in CRC Reporting
NGO Group for the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) recently published a guide entitled “Together with children – for children: A guide for non-governmental organizations accompanying children in CRC reporting”. NGO Group for the CRC is a global network of 77 national and international … [Read more...] about A Practical Guide released for NGOs accompanying Children in CRC Reporting
Oxfam releases eBook “Growing a Better Future: Food Justice in a Resource Constrained World”
International aid agency Oxfam on October 19, 2011 released an e-book, the digital edition of its report "Growing a Better Future: Food justice in a resource constrained world". The release of this digital report coincided with the launch of ‘GROW Week’, a week that is full of activism aimed at … [Read more...] about Oxfam releases eBook “Growing a Better Future: Food Justice in a Resource Constrained World”
USAID Funding Opportunity to implement Ambassador’s Scholarship for Girls Program in Namibia
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) - Southern Africa has issued a request seeking applications from legally organized eligible local organizations to implement a five year program for Ambassador’s Scholarship for Girls (AGSP) Program in Namibia. The authority for the … [Read more...] about USAID Funding Opportunity to implement Ambassador’s Scholarship for Girls Program in Namibia
EC Funding Opportunity to promote Human Rights and Democratic Reforms in Kenya
European Commission has issued a restricted call for proposals seeking concept notes at first stage from eligible organizations aimed at contributing towards strengthening the role of civil society in promoting human rights and democratic reform, in supporting the peaceful conciliation of group … [Read more...] about EC Funding Opportunity to promote Human Rights and Democratic Reforms in Kenya
EC Call for Proposals to support NSAs in China to tackle the Challenges posed to Rural and Urban Communities by the Rapid Urbanization Process
European Commission under its Non-State Actors and Local Authorities NSA/LA in Development Program has issued a restricted call for proposals seeking concept notes for funding that is aimed at supporting the progressive empowerment and the engagement of Chinese NSA and LAs at the local level. More … [Read more...] about EC Call for Proposals to support NSAs in China to tackle the Challenges posed to Rural and Urban Communities by the Rapid Urbanization Process
