The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced to invest $8 million to micro-insurance project to enable its expansion to Senegal. The project is currently providing drought insurance for crops in Ethiopia. Backed by Swiss Re, the micro-insurance project is a five-year project … [Read more...] about USAID invests in micro-insurance project to enable its expansion in Senegal
Arogya World launches new diabetes prevention mHealth program in India with Nokia Life Tools
Arogya World has launched a major diabetes prevention mobile health (mHealth) program in India in association with Nokia. This program aims to create awareness about diabetes and its prevention across India with the help of text messages in multiple languages. The program has the target of reaching … [Read more...] about Arogya World launches new diabetes prevention mHealth program in India with Nokia Life Tools
USAID grants $1.2million to Iraqi organizations under the first round of Access to Justice Program
In a program recently convened by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Baghdad, attended by program partners, the official aid agency of the US government announced the award of first round of grants under Iraq Access to Justice Program. The meeting was attended by the … [Read more...] about USAID grants $1.2million to Iraqi organizations under the first round of Access to Justice Program
Internet can be a useful tool in global fight against human trafficking, suggests a report
The Center on Communication Leadership & Policy (CCLP) at the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism has published a report which suggests that Internet can prove to be a useful tool in global fight against human trafficking. As per the findings … [Read more...] about Internet can be a useful tool in global fight against human trafficking, suggests a report
BHP Billiton gives US$25 million grant for African women’s and children’s health initiatives
BHP Billiton has announced to give a US$25 million grant to a program aimed to improve the health of women and young children in Africa. PATH, an international non profit organisation, will run this program. PATH is dedicated towards creating sustainable, culturally relevant solutions to address … [Read more...] about BHP Billiton gives US$25 million grant for African women’s and children’s health initiatives
EU to provide €5.55 million grants to support the promotion of human rights and local governance by CSOs in the Philippines
European Union (EU) is planning to provide approximately P338 million (€5.55 million) to support the promotion of human rights and local governance by civil society organizations in the Philippines, says a statement issued by its delegation in Manila recently. Lubomir Frebort, EU charge d’affaires, … [Read more...] about EU to provide €5.55 million grants to support the promotion of human rights and local governance by CSOs in the Philippines
DFID partners with Civil Society Organisations on democracy in the state of Kadura, Nigeria
The British Department for International Development (DFID) has joined hands with Civil Society Organisations (CSO) in Kaduna State to find ways in which the democracy in Nigeria can be strengthened. According to a spokesperson for the CSOs, the DFID was willing to discuss about the issue with … [Read more...] about DFID partners with Civil Society Organisations on democracy in the state of Kadura, Nigeria
Swedish government funding given to twelve organizations under the Innovations Against Poverty program
Swedish government, in line with its efforts to fight against poverty, has provided grants to twelve innovative entrepreneurs that implemented innovative ideas within the fields of energy, agriculture, water, sanitation and financial services. These entrepreneurs received the funds up to 20,000 … [Read more...] about Swedish government funding given to twelve organizations under the Innovations Against Poverty program
Human Rights Watch honours 48 writers with 2011 Hellman/Hammett grants
Human Rights Watch has honoured 48 writers from 24 countries with 2011 Hellman/Hammett grants. According to Human Rights Watch, these writers were selected for their commitment to free expression and the courage they showed in the face of persecution. Among the award winners are journalists, … [Read more...] about Human Rights Watch honours 48 writers with 2011 Hellman/Hammett grants
Disability Rights Fund Receives AUD 1.2 Million from AusAID
The Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) has announced a grant of AUD 1.2 million (USD 1.28 million) to the Disability Rights Fund (DRF). The announcement in this regard came on the opening day of the fourth Conference of States Parties to the UN Convention on the Rights of … [Read more...] about Disability Rights Fund Receives AUD 1.2 Million from AusAID
