Applications are now open for the 2012-2013 Sauvé Scholars Program inviting young leaders from across the globe that want to change the world. It is expected that the Sauvé Scholars are highly motivated independent individual thinkers in the age group of 23 to 31 having demonstrated skills as … [Read more...] about Sauvé Scholars Program 2012-2013 open for energetic young graduates offering opportunity to spend nine-months in Montreal, Canada
UNDP initiates guidebook to address issues on climate change
The UNDP has launched a guidebook which aims at helping decision makers in developing countries to take advantage of the billions pledged to address climate change. “Blending Climate Finance through National Climate Funds” is based on UNDP’s experience in organizing, managing and advising 750 funds … [Read more...] about UNDP initiates guidebook to address issues on climate change
Ashoka invites Business and Social Entrepreneurs to take up the 20 key Challenges facing the World Today
Ashoka, world’s largest community of social entrepreneurs, with support from its global network of Fellows, business entrepreneurs, policy makers, investors, academics, and journalists works collectively to ensure that social entrepreneurs and their innovations continue to inspire a new generation … [Read more...] about Ashoka invites Business and Social Entrepreneurs to take up the 20 key Challenges facing the World Today
NCCARF, Australia seeks proposals for research grant addressing Climate Change Adaptation Research Plan: Indigenous Communities
National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility (NCCARF) of Australia is seeking proposals for research on contribution of indigenous communities to Australia's adaptation response to climate change, the resilience and vulnerability of Indigenous communities to climate change, and the knowledge … [Read more...] about NCCARF, Australia seeks proposals for research grant addressing Climate Change Adaptation Research Plan: Indigenous Communities
Connect4Climate invites African Youth to submit Entries for the Photo and Video Competition on Climate Change
Connect4Climate (C4C) is seeking entries for the photo and video competition on climate change focused on African youth aged 13 to 30. To participate in this competition you can send your photos or videos (60 seconds or less) telling a story on climate change or present a cool idea for solutions to … [Read more...] about Connect4Climate invites African Youth to submit Entries for the Photo and Video Competition on Climate Change
New Zealand Fund for Global Partnerships in Livestock Emissions Research seeks Expressions of Interests for Funding
The New Zealand Fund for Global Partnerships in Livestock Emissions Research is now seeking expressions of interest for the international research fund set up by New Zealand in support of the objectives of the Global Research Alliance on Agricultural Greenhouse Gases and its Livestock Research … [Read more...] about New Zealand Fund for Global Partnerships in Livestock Emissions Research seeks Expressions of Interests for Funding
MacArthur Foundation Selects Eight Projects for Documentary Film Grants
The MacArthur Foundation has announced the eight documentary film projects that will be awarded grants totaling $1.23 million. The Foundation had issued a call for documentary film proposals in June and about 400 proposals were received in response to this call. After a detailed internal review … [Read more...] about MacArthur Foundation Selects Eight Projects for Documentary Film Grants
EPA Invites Nominations for Climate Leadership Awards
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in association with three other NGOs, is inviting nominations for the Climate Leadership Awards intended to recognize and honour corporate, organizational, and individual leadership in response to climate change. These awards also motivate actions that … [Read more...] about EPA Invites Nominations for Climate Leadership Awards
Honour The Earth Seeks Grant Proposals for the Building Resilience in Indigenous Communities Initiative
Founded in 1993, Honor the Earth is a Native-led organization and a unique national initiative that works to break the geographic and political isolation of Native communities. Honour the Earth is currently seeking grant proposals for the Building Resilience in Indigenous Communities Initiative … [Read more...] about Honour The Earth Seeks Grant Proposals for the Building Resilience in Indigenous Communities Initiative
Sida’s Advanced International Training Programme on UN Resolution 1325: Women, Peace and Security
The Swedish International Development Agency's (Sida) is supporting the Interntional Training Programme on UN Resolution 1325: Women, Peace and Security to be held in May and November 2012 in Sweden and another country (yet to be decided). The International Training Programmes are specially … [Read more...] about Sida’s Advanced International Training Programme on UN Resolution 1325: Women, Peace and Security
