UNESCO has issued a new call for nominations seeking proposals for inscription on its Memory of the World International Register. The Memory of the World, established in 1997, is the documented, collective memory of the peoples of the world – their documentary heritage – which in turn represents a … [Read more...] about UNESCO inviting Heritage Nominations for Inscription on its Memory of the World International Register
Call for training workshop on Rural Poverty Reporting
Applications are invited for Thomson Reuters Foundation training course, aimed to support IFAD’s objective to highlight the issue of rising food prices and global food security. Journalists from countries where IFAD operates are welcome to apply. The workshop will focus on honing their reporting … [Read more...] about Call for training workshop on Rural Poverty Reporting
University of Groningen, Netherlands seeks Applications for the Eric Bleumink Fund Scholarship
University of Groningen, Netherlands seeks applications for the Eric Bleumink Fund scholarship from eligible students in developing countries to pursue Maters degree program at the university. The grant is usually awarded for a maximum of 2 years for a Master’s degree program. The primary objective … [Read more...] about University of Groningen, Netherlands seeks Applications for the Eric Bleumink Fund Scholarship
Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) Planning Toolkit
The MDR-TB (Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis) Planning Toolkit has been developed to strengthen a multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) component within the national TB strategy or plan of various countries. The toolkit explains the main steps to be followed during the planning process. It … [Read more...] about Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) Planning Toolkit
Nominations invited for the 2011 EPT Award recognizing Individuals from Developing Countries working for Open Access
The Electronic Publishing Trust (EPT) is seeking nominations for the award aimed at recognizing the individuals in developing countries working for open access (OA). This annual award is open for individuals in developing and transition countries who have made significant advances to the cause of … [Read more...] about Nominations invited for the 2011 EPT Award recognizing Individuals from Developing Countries working for Open Access
DFID to curtail Spending by One Third on Bilateral Aid for HIV and AIDS Projects in Developing Countries
British government is planning to significantly curtail its spending on bilateral aid for HIV and Aids projects in developing countries over the next four years, says a recent data released by the Department for International Development (DFID). It has been reported that the overall spending by … [Read more...] about DFID to curtail Spending by One Third on Bilateral Aid for HIV and AIDS Projects in Developing Countries
Forty Women Businesswomen from Africa visit the US under Women’s Entrepreneurship Exchange Program
The International Visitor Leadership Program at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs recently brought 40 women entrepreneurs from 36 African countries to the U.S. under the second African Women’s Entrepreneurship Exchange Program (AWEP). AWEP is a Department of … [Read more...] about Forty Women Businesswomen from Africa visit the US under Women’s Entrepreneurship Exchange Program
University of Oxford invites Outstanding Graduates in Select Countries for the Weidenfeld Scholarships and Leadership Program
University of Oxford is currently inviting young and outstanding university graduates and young professionals from select countries (transition and emerging economies) for the Weidenfeld Scholarships and Leadership Program. The scholarship provides scholars the opportunity to pursue fully funded … [Read more...] about University of Oxford invites Outstanding Graduates in Select Countries for the Weidenfeld Scholarships and Leadership Program
MEPI Funding Opportunity under U.S. Govt’s Local Grants Program
The Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) of the U.S. Department of State on October 1, 2011 has issued an annual program statement for funding that is available through MEPI’s Local Grants program aimed at promoting reform and civic activism at the local and national levels in countries of the … [Read more...] about MEPI Funding Opportunity under U.S. Govt’s Local Grants Program
IDRC Doctoral Research Awards
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) invites applications for the bi-annual Doctoral Research Awards from Canadians, permanent residents of Canada, and citizens of developing countries who are currently pursuing doctoral studies at a Canadian university. These awards are intended for … [Read more...] about IDRC Doctoral Research Awards
