Deadline: 13 May 2016 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting applications for a programme entitled “EU-India cooperation on ICT-related standardisation, policy and legislation” with an aim to support intensified cooperation between the EU and India on ICT-related standardisation, policy and legislation issues as well as on exchange of statistical data and metadata. The specific purpose of this contract is to support efforts for early alignment of ICT standardisation in the areas and … [Read more...]
Southern Africa Prosperity Fund 2016/17 to Promote Economic Reform & Development
February 2, 2016 By
Deadline: 15 February 2016 The British High Commission Pretoria has announced a Prosperity Fund over the next 5 years to promote the economic reform and development needed for growth in partner countries. The Funding priorities will include improving the business climate, competitiveness and operation of markets, energy and financial sector reform, and increasing the ability of partner countries to tackle corruption. The Fund will primarily be focused on ODA eligible middle income countries, … [Read more...]
Apply for 2016/2017 Jay Jordan IFLA/OCLC Early Career Development Fellowship Program!
January 28, 2016 By
Deadline: 12 February 2016 International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) and OCLC has jointly announced applications for Jay Jordan IFLA/OCLC Early Career Development Fellowship Program. The program gives Fellows opportunities to meet with leading information practitioners and explore topics including information technologies, library operations and management, and global cooperative librarianship. Eligible Countries Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Armenia, … [Read more...]
International Course on “Education for Sustainable Development” in Kenya and African Countries (March 20– April 8, 2016)
January 15, 2016 By
MASHAV - Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation with The A. Ofri International Training Center invites professionals to participate in the International Course on "Education for Sustainable Development in Kenya and African Countries" to be conducted from March 20th– April 8th, 2016. Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) aims to preserve environmental integrity, economic viability, and a just society for present and future generations. ESD addresses these objectives … [Read more...]
A Short Course on “Education for Science and Technology and ICT in Education” (May 22nd– June 10th, 2016)
January 15, 2016 By
MASHAV - Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation & The Aharon Ofri MASHAV International Educational Training Center (METC) invites professionals to participate in the International Course on “Education for Science and Technology and ICT in Education” to be conducted between May 22nd– June 10th, 2016. Instant access to knowledge has opened new windows of opportunity for students, teachers, and the general public alike. Communication has become much faster in the global … [Read more...]
“Clean Technologies – Environmental technology, innovation and management systems”- A Short course for Various Professionals around the World
January 15, 2016 By
MASHAV - Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation with The Weitz Center for Sustainable Development invites professionals to participate in the International Course on “Clean Technologies – Environmental technology, innovation and management systems as a means for regional and local economic development” to be conducted between May 30th – June 23rd, 2016. The course will be held at The Weitz Center for Sustainable Development, situated within the campus of the Faculty of … [Read more...]
GIST Tech-I Competition in Sectors of Agriculture, ICT, Health & Energy for Individuals in Developing Countries
January 5, 2016 By
Deadline: 15 January 2016 Are you a scientist? An entrepreneur? A researcher? An innovator? A student? Or are you just someone who has a great idea or startup company and are looking to change the world? If yes, GIST Tech-I Competition is for you! Global Innovation through Science and Technology (GIST) is currently inviting applications for its GIST Tech-I Competition. It is an annual competition for science and technology entrepreneurs from emerging economies worldwide. The GIST Tech-I … [Read more...]
Newton-Bhabha Fund: India-UK Research and Innovation Bridges Competition
November 26, 2015 By
Deadline: 20 January 2016 Innovate UK, the Research Councils UK (RCUK) and the Government of India's Department of Biotechnology (DBT) together, are inviting the researchers from India and UK for the India-UK Research and Innovation Bridges Competition, a collaborative industrial research and development projects that propose new commercial solutions to critical challenges impacting the socio-economic growth and development of India in relation to its clean-tech, healthcare and ICT … [Read more...]
Vodafone Americas Foundation: Funding the best Innovations using Wireless Technology to Address Critical Social Issues around the World
November 3, 2015 By
Deadline: 22 February 2016 The Vodafone Americas Foundation is currently inviting applications for its competition- 'designing the Wireless Innovation Project' to promote innovation and increase implementation of wireless related technology for a better world. Total awards up to $600,000 will be available to support projects . The Vodafone Wireless Innovation Project (the “competition”) seeks to identify and fund the best innovations using wireless related technology to address critical social … [Read more...]
Submit Entries for New Technological Art Award 2016
November 2, 2015 By
Deadline: 31 March 2016 The Liedts-Meesen is currently inviting applications for its biennial update_6/New Technological Art Award 2016. The aim of the competition is to present works in accordance with Update’s mission. The submitted work may have been exhibited previously, but the jury reserves the right to exclude creations that turn out to be not realizable within the limits of the practical possibilities of the Liedts-Meesen Foundation, keeping in mind that the works will be displayed … [Read more...]
Diskobolos Award 2015 for Best Business Solutions Based on the Use of ICT
October 27, 2015 By
Deadline: 14 November 2015 JISA - Union of ICT Societies of Serbia in cooperation with the CEPIS - Council of European Professional Informatics Societies, EEIG - European Economic Chamber of Trade Commerce and Industry, regional chambers of commerce, information technology associations and numerous experts will award this year the best business solutions based on the use of ICT through its Diskobolos Competition 2015. Diskobolos is given to those companies with the best ICT … [Read more...]
2016 Arch Grants Global Startup Competition: Win $50,000 for your Innovative Early stage Venture!
October 13, 2015 By
Deadline: 31 December 2015 Do you have a startup that needs early-stage funding, mentorship, or legal advice? Then participate in 2016 Arch Grants Global Startup Competition! The Arch Grants Global Startup Competition is now accepting applications for its 2016 edition! It is an international competition that awards $50,000 equity-free, cash grants and pro bono support services to the most innovative and scalable startups that are willing to locate their business in St. Louis, Missouri. Arch … [Read more...]
Voqal Fellowships: Inviting Young Innovators with Big Ideas for Social Change
October 8, 2015 By
Deadline: 23 October 2015 Voqal the call for Change is currently inviting applications from young entrepreneurs to submit their big ideas for social change for its Voqal fellowships program. The Voqal Fellowship is a talent and technology accelerator for tomorrow’s social entrepreneurs. Vocal is searching for young entrepreneurs, change-makers and thought leaders who want to get off the treadmill and launch their next “big idea” that will transform progressive politics or remedy a social … [Read more...]
Nordic Built Cities Challenge Phase 2: Give Your Solutions for Urban Challenges in Nordic Countries!
October 5, 2015 By
Deadline: 17 December 2015 Are you a frontrunner within technology, construction, ICT, urban planning, architecture, transportation, housing, smart city, energy or social entrepreneurship? Are you passionate about urban development? If yes than apply for this challenge! Applications are invited from students and startups to large established companies for the Nordic Built Cities Challenge. The Nordic Built Cities Challenge is an open, multidisciplinary competition to develop and visualize … [Read more...]
UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of ICTs in Education-2015 Win Award of USD 25,000
October 1, 2015 By
Deadline: 10 November 2015 UNESCO is inviting applications from the individuals and organizations around the world for its King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of ICTs in Education. It is UNESCO's only prize in the field of Information & Communication technology in education and seeks to recognize the organizations and individuals that are embracing ICT as a pedagogical ally and in turn make learning more effective. Objectives of Prize Supporting Member States to develop … [Read more...]
Explore New Ways to Measure Delivery and Use of Digital Financial Services Data (Grand Challenge Round 16)
September 30, 2015 By
Deadline: 11 November 2015 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is currently accepting ideas/proposals for its 16th round of Grand Challenges Explorations (GCE). Under this challenge, proposals are saught "Exploring New Ways to Measure Delivery and Use of Digital Financial Services Data." The Foundation believes that access to digital financial services is fundamental to enable poor people to become more economically stable, prosperous and resilient. Digital financial services – payments, … [Read more...]
New Media Writing Prize 2015 Competition: Anyone doing Innovation in Digital Media can Apply!
September 29, 2015 By
Deadline: 11 December 2015 Bournemouth University (BU) Higher Education Corporation is currently inviting applications from students, a professionals, an artists, a writers, a developers, a designers to develop new digital ideas for its New Media Writing Prize 2015 Competition. The New Media Writing Prize showcases exciting and inventive stories that integrate a variety of formats, platforms, and digital media. The New Media Writing Prize are looking for good storytelling (fiction or … [Read more...]
ECOWAS Fellowships Programme – 2015 for Students in ECOWAS Member States Countries
September 25, 2015 By
Deadline: 15 October 2015 The Association of African Universities (AAU) is inviting applications from the students in West African Countries for its ECOWAS Fellowships programme - 2015 to promote capacity building within the ECOWAS 15-member countries by providing full fellowships for training and education for nationals of ECOWAS member states in higher education institutions of ECOWAS. The mission of AAU is to raise the quality of higher education in Africa and strengthen its contribution … [Read more...]
IEEE Foundation Grants for Literacy and Educational Programmes
September 7, 2015 By
The IEEE Foundation accepts grant applications for projects that address IEEE’s mission to “enable IEEE programs that enhance technology access, literacy, and education”. Every year, the IEEE Foundation Grants Program will invest approximately $400,000 to increase the understanding of technology and its critical role in meeting global challenges and improving the human condition. Grants Size Grants will be awarded for projects requesting funding between US$5,000 and US$100,000. Eligibility … [Read more...]
Library Innovation Award 2015 for Individuals Contributing to Literacy in their Communities
September 7, 2015 By
Deadline: 12 October 2015 Are you offering an innovative service that uses information and communication technology (ICT) to contribute to literacy in your community? If yes, then submit your story and enter a competition to win US$1,500! The EIFL Public Library Innovation Award for public library services contributing to literacy in the community is now open. This call for applications is open to public and community libraries in developing and transition countries that use information and … [Read more...]
