Project Context Following upon the movement of the White Ribbon Movement, the project will mobilize men and boys to speak out against violence against women and girls. Involving male celebrities and also top male officials in the government, judiciary and the police forces can bring about effective … [Read more...] about Working with Men – the White Ribbon Way
Female Feticide as a Form of Violence against Women
Project Context In some cases, violence against women can begin even before they are born. Female feticide is a reality of some societies that discriminate the unborn females and subject them to silent deaths inside the womb itself. However, these heinous crimes desired by families are actually … [Read more...] about Female Feticide as a Form of Violence against Women
Don’t forget to check out SASA – An Activist Kit for Prevention of Violence against Women and HIV
Raising Voices in Uganda developed “SASA,” a comprehensive tool for addressing violence against women and HIV. As violence against women remains to be both a cause and consequence of HIV, this kit comprises of practical resources, activities and monitoring and assessment tools for local activism, … [Read more...] about Don’t forget to check out SASA – An Activist Kit for Prevention of Violence against Women and HIV
Grinnell College launches Social Justice Prize
Grinnell College at Grinnell, Iowa, USA is accepting nominations for the Grinnell College Young Innovator for Social Justice Prize to award up to $300,000 individuals under the age of 40 who have demonstrated leadership in their fields and who show creativity, commitment, and extraordinary … [Read more...] about Grinnell College launches Social Justice Prize
A Guide on how Human Rights Activists can survive and protect themselves
Front Line, the International Foundation for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders has published a guide that provides practical guidance for human rights activists to survive threats and risk to their lives while carrying out their work. The "Strategies for Survival: Protection of Human Rights … [Read more...] about A Guide on how Human Rights Activists can survive and protect themselves
IDRC’s Canadian Window on International Development Awards
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is accepting applications for the Canadian Window on International Development Awards for citizens from developing countries and Canada. These awards reflect the fact that the boundaries between international development policy and domestic … [Read more...] about IDRC’s Canadian Window on International Development Awards
Overseas Development Institute’s Fellowship Scheme
Sourced from: http://www.internationalpeaceandconflict.org The Overseas Development Institute's Fellowship Scheme has a strong reputation among prospective applicants and their universities, giving Fellows the rare opportunity to develop their skills within a developing country's government. Places … [Read more...] about Overseas Development Institute’s Fellowship Scheme
Call for Applications for a high-level training in development economics
Economists, policymakers and civil society activists in Africa, Asia and Latin America are invited to apply to participate in the African Programme on Rethinking Development Economics (APORDE) which will be held from 5-19 May 2011 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The programme is supported by the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for a high-level training in development economics
Developing Country Scholarships to Participate in International Courses and Training Programs in Belgium
The CUD (Cutting-edge International Trainings and Courses for Development) Scholarships Program for the year 2011-2012 is available for applicants from developing countries. Courses include Masters in Public Health, European Microfinance Program, Master in Development, Environment and Society, … [Read more...] about Developing Country Scholarships to Participate in International Courses and Training Programs in Belgium
Changemakers competition seeking innovative solutions for urban housing
Ashoka's Changemakers has launched the "Sustainable Urban Housing: Collaborating for Liveable and Inclusive Cities," a competition looking for innovative solutions that engage communities, entrepreneurs, and key institutions in collaborating to integrate and develop affordable, inclusive, and … [Read more...] about Changemakers competition seeking innovative solutions for urban housing
