The United Nations The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) administers the United Nations’ funds to support civil society actors and organisations working towards the strengthening of human rights. There are five main grants offered; the OHCHR Humanitarian Funds for victims of … [Read more...] about Where to look for Grants on Human Rights: The United Nations and Private Foundations
Where to look for Grants on Human Rights: Government Donors
1) The Commonwealth Foundation is an inter-governmental organisation promoting human rights. It assists NGOs working in Commonwealth Countries; preference is given to projects developed within these countries although international projects are also considered. Proposals shall be submitted before … [Read more...] about Where to look for Grants on Human Rights: Government Donors
The French Republic’s Human Rights Prize 2013 open to applications
Deadline- 9 September 2013 NGOs around the world are invited to apply for the French Republic’s 2013 “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” Human Rights Prize, presented by the Prime Minister of the French Government. Five laureates will share the overall prize of €70,000 allotted by the Prime … [Read more...] about The French Republic’s Human Rights Prize 2013 open to applications
Call for concept notes: The Canadian International Food Security Research Fund
Deadline- 5 June 2013 Applications are invited by International Development Research Center (IDRC) for The Canadian International Food Security Research Fund. The purpose of this fund is to support new research to improve food production and distribution, and the health and nutritional dimensions … [Read more...] about Call for concept notes: The Canadian International Food Security Research Fund
Nominations invited for Epoch Awards 2013
Deadline- 30 May 2013 Nominations are invited for Epoch awards offered to outstanding individuals and organizations. Epoch 2013 honors the unsung heroes; the people who cross the boulevard or the world to serve where poverty, drought, HIV/AIDS, sex trafficking, homelessness, and fear reign. Six … [Read more...] about Nominations invited for Epoch Awards 2013
Request for Proposals: “Philosophical and Theological Research on Intellectual Humility”
Deadline- 13 September 2013 Saint Louis University is accepting proposals from philosophers and theologians for "The Philosophy and Theology of Intellectual Humility" project. This program is supported by The John Templeton Foundation. This program focuses to support a maximum of 16 one-year … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: “Philosophical and Theological Research on Intellectual Humility”
Competition for Journalists – The International Center for Journalists
Deadline- 1 August 2013 Competition for journalists to recognize the best media coverage of infectious diseases is being organized by The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ). All submissions must be in English or French. There is no limit to the number of stories applicants submit (in … [Read more...] about Competition for Journalists – The International Center for Journalists
Call for Proposals – Study Tour on civic activism, volunteerism and participation
Deadline- 10 June 2013 Proposals are accepted for Study Tour on civic activism, volunteerism and participation. This program is supported by Counterpart International funded by United States Agency for International Development (USAID) under Associate Cooperative Agreement. The purpose of this … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals – Study Tour on civic activism, volunteerism and participation
European Commission launches new call for proposals for Civil Society and Local Authorities in Ukraine
Deadline- 17 June 2013 European Commission is seeking proposals to promote Civil Society and Local Authorities in Ukraine which strengthens civil society's capacities to promote national reform and increase public accountability. The call is divided into three lots which are as follows- Lot … [Read more...] about European Commission launches new call for proposals for Civil Society and Local Authorities in Ukraine
After Rio: Call for Proposals for GIJC 2015
Deadline- 15 August 2013 All eligible participants are invited to participate in 9th Global Investigative Journalism Conference, to be held in 2015 at Rio de Janeiro. This conference is organized by Global Investigative Journalism Network. The objective of this conference is to attracts hundreds … [Read more...] about After Rio: Call for Proposals for GIJC 2015
