The IRC is the organizations dedicated to improve the condition of water and sanitation services across the world. Over the past few decades, the IRC has worked for promotion and use of knowledge to enable governments and organizations help poor communities in developing world in getting better … [Read more...] about IRC Seeks Applications for Participation and Contribution in Learning and Sharing Session
GEMS Education partners with UNESCO
GEMS Eucation has tied up with The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), to conduct the largest leadership program, with the help of which 10,000 school principals will be trained in leadership skills. GEMS Education is the biggest private education service … [Read more...] about GEMS Education partners with UNESCO
British Council seeks proposals from South African companies to address their challenges through AKTP Program
Africa Knowledge Transfer Partnership (AKTP) Program was started by the British Council to help businesses/companies deal with challenges that hamper productivity of the company. The main aim of the AKTP Program is to increase productivity and competitiveness of the businesses with the help of … [Read more...] about British Council seeks proposals from South African companies to address their challenges through AKTP Program
The Water Futures Partnership Invites Businesses and NGOs to Join the Initiative
The Water Futures Partnership is inviting businesses, NGOs and other organisations to join the initiative to address issues related to water resource management across the world and find solutions for some of the most serious water risks in cities and watersheds around the world. The Water Futures … [Read more...] about The Water Futures Partnership Invites Businesses and NGOs to Join the Initiative
Initiative Description and Innovations: Equator Prize 2012
4. “Initiative Description and Innovations” in the nomination form of the Equator Prize seeks “a description of the origin of the initiative and its purpose, activities, and achievements. Identify the main social and environmental issues and challenges addressed by the initiative and describe what … [Read more...] about Initiative Description and Innovations: Equator Prize 2012
Monique Coleman, UN Youth Champion, fulfilling her role quite successfully with awareness visits around the world
Source: http://www.iyfnet.org/news/1799 Entertainer Monique Coleman was appointed by Secretary General Ban Ki Moon last November as the first ever UN Youth Champion for the International Year of Youth and is currently on a world tour to raise awareness of challenges facing youth with a message of … [Read more...] about Monique Coleman, UN Youth Champion, fulfilling her role quite successfully with awareness visits around the world
Korean National Commission for UNESCO seeks papers for the First World Humanities Forum to be held in Busan
Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Government of Korea, UNESCO, Busan Metropolitan City, Korean National Commission for UNESCO (KNCU), and National Research Foundation of Korea are organizing the First World Humanities Forum in Busan from 24 – 26 November, 2011. The Forum is being … [Read more...] about Korean National Commission for UNESCO seeks papers for the First World Humanities Forum to be held in Busan
The Humanitarian Innovation Fund large grant facility opportunity for innovative solutions to the challenges facing operational agencies in the delivery of effective humanitarian aid
The Humanitarian Innovation Fund has announced the second call for expressions of interests followed by full proposals from shortlisted applicants for the Humanitarian Innovation Fund (HIF) Large Grant facility for projects up to £150,000 aimed at supporting organizations and individuals to … [Read more...] about The Humanitarian Innovation Fund large grant facility opportunity for innovative solutions to the challenges facing operational agencies in the delivery of effective humanitarian aid
$100,000 Lemelson-MIT Award for Global Innovation
The $100,000 Lemelson-MIT Award for Global Innovation recognizes individuals whose technological innovations improve the lives of impoverished people in the developing world. The award also establishes (or creates) inventor role models who can inspire youth to solve challenges in the developing … [Read more...] about $100,000 Lemelson-MIT Award for Global Innovation
Government of Canada seeks nominations for the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards
The Government of Canada believes that the best solutions to the challenges facing the communities of the country are often found locally. In this context, in January 2011, the Prime Minister announced the creation of the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards to recognize the enormous contribution … [Read more...] about Government of Canada seeks nominations for the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards
