The Sir Ratan Tata Trust, Mumbai invites applications for one-year scholarships at the Masters’ level from students who wish to study in the UK or two-year scholarships in the USA in the broad field of Development Studies, with special focus on Developmental Economics, Public Health or … [Read more...] about 2011 Sir Ratan Tata Scholarship opportunity for Indian Nationals to study in UK or US at Master’s level
EU seeks Call for Proposals from Non State Actors to support actions aimed at promoting an inclusive and empowered society in Nepal
European Union has announced the call for proposals from Non State Actors to support actions aimed at promoting an inclusive and empowered society in Nepal. The program also aims in building the capacity of Nepalese Non-State Actors in participating in the definition of sustainable development … [Read more...] about EU seeks Call for Proposals from Non State Actors to support actions aimed at promoting an inclusive and empowered society in Nepal
USAID RFA for funding the Armenia Labor Market Integration of People with Disabilities program
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for Assistance Agreements from U.S. organizations for funding to support a program entitled “Labor Market Integration of People with Disabilities” project in Armenia. Subject to the availability of funds, USAID … [Read more...] about USAID RFA for funding the Armenia Labor Market Integration of People with Disabilities program
USAID Rural Electrification of Schools project in Afghanistan Image wins the Frontline Photo Contest
Imagine how small efforts at community and local level when supported by financial aid can go a long way in building a better future for the entire humanity. The photograph here is one such example that was among the top-ten entries in the recently concluded Frontline Photo Contest. The photograph … [Read more...] about USAID Rural Electrification of Schools project in Afghanistan Image wins the Frontline Photo Contest
US Department of State launches TechWomen initiative: To encourage women and girls from MENA pursue tech-based careers
Sourced from: http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2011/06/164861.htm With the purpose of using technology as a means to empower women around the world, The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has announced the launch of “TechWomen” initiative. Under this initiative, … [Read more...] about US Department of State launches TechWomen initiative: To encourage women and girls from MENA pursue tech-based careers
USAID announces initiative to encourage corporate volunteerism in US based corporations abroad
Sourced from: http://www.usaid.gov/press/releases/2011/pr110531.html In a recent announcement The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has revealed plans about its partnership with IBM and CDC Development Solutions aimed at increasing the number of employee volunteers at … [Read more...] about USAID announces initiative to encourage corporate volunteerism in US based corporations abroad
British Government makes public its aid programme plan to improve the lives of people around the world through DFID over the next four years
The British Government recently made public its detailed plans aimed at reducing poverty and changing the lives of millions of poor people around the world. The operational plans explain the actions the UK government will take through DFID operations in the countries it operates for achieving these … [Read more...] about British Government makes public its aid programme plan to improve the lives of people around the world through DFID over the next four years
Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development competition receives record number of applications
Sourced from: http://www.usaid.gov/press/releases/2011/pr110531_1.html U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in cooperation with the Government of Norway, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Grand Challenges Canada, and The World Bank in March, 2011 had announced a call for … [Read more...] about Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development competition receives record number of applications
2011 Afghan Youth Voices Festival funded and launched by USAID receives unprecedented warm welcome
Sourced from: http://afghanistan.usaid.gov/en/USAID/Article/2250/USAID_Launches_2011_Afghan_Youth_Voices_Festival_in_Kabul Life for youth in Afghanistan has undergone unprecedented changes in the recent years irrespective of the fact that the country is still one of the most dangerous places on the … [Read more...] about 2011 Afghan Youth Voices Festival funded and launched by USAID receives unprecedented warm welcome
Women’s World Cup Initiative: Empowering Women and Girls through Sports – Five international sports administrators hosted by the Department of State
Sourced from http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2011/06/164984.htm Five women’s sports administrators from Bolivia, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Palestinian Territories, and South Africa have been invited by the U.S. Department of State to meet their American counterparts from civil society, the private … [Read more...] about Women’s World Cup Initiative: Empowering Women and Girls through Sports – Five international sports administrators hosted by the Department of State
