The Open Society Foundations (OSF) is a network, formerly known as the Open Society Institute (OSI), which provides grants in areas of democracy, good governance, human rights and economic, legal and social reform. Founded by George Soros, an eminent investor and philanthropist in USA, the OSF has … [Read more...] about A List of Open Grants from the Open Society Foundations
Open Society Foundations’ Grant for ‘Governance of Genetic Information Initiative’
The 'Governance of Genetic Information Initiative' grant program of the Open Society Foundations (OSF) seeks "to protect the basic rights of individuals and vulnerable populations affected by the proliferation of genetic monitoring technologies." Interventions by the Governance of Genetic … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundations’ Grant for ‘Governance of Genetic Information Initiative’
Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa
The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa (OSIEA) plays a significant role not only in terms of grantmaking but also working towards advocacy by supporting pro-democracy organizations and individuals in the region and strengthening their capacity to hold their governments accountable. This … [Read more...] about Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa
War Against Youth-unemployment in Africa
Deadline- 1 December 2013 War Against Youth-unemployment in Africa forum is being organized which will be conducted from January, 28th - 31st 2014 in The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture IITA PMB, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. The goal of this forum is to build an international … [Read more...] about War Against Youth-unemployment in Africa
Call for Awards Nomination: IVA Awards for Outstanding Reporting on Indigenous Peoples’ Issues and Rights 2013
Deadline- 25 November 2013 Nominations are accepted for IVA Awards for Outstanding Reporting on Indigenous Peoples on Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact. This program is being supported by Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency. Objectives- Recognize the contribution of media … [Read more...] about Call for Awards Nomination: IVA Awards for Outstanding Reporting on Indigenous Peoples’ Issues and Rights 2013
NGO Management: How to assemble a Board of Trustees
Board members play a critical role in the development and success of non-profit organisations. Sometimes referred to as a Board of Trustees, these volunteers act as guardians for your organisation who protect and maintain the core values and purposes of the organisation. As a collective body, the … [Read more...] about NGO Management: How to assemble a Board of Trustees
United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme
Deadline- 8 November 2013 The United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme has been announced which is being organized by Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs. The purpose of this program is to provides high-quality training by leading scholars and … [Read more...] about United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme
FEJI ATREE Media Fellowships Program
Deadline- 26 November 2013 Forum of Environmental Journalists in India (FEJI) is accepting applications for FEJIATREE Media Fellowships in Environmental Conservation. This program is being supported by Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and Environment (ATREE). Thematic areas- Less … [Read more...] about FEJI ATREE Media Fellowships Program
Afrinolly Short – Film Competition
Deadline- 17 January 2014 Participants from Africa are invited to take part in Afrinolly Shortfilm Competition which aims to motivate and reward skilled emerging filmmakers. This Competition is designed to expand the conversations on issues about the African continent by Africans, motivate and … [Read more...] about Afrinolly Short – Film Competition
MacArthur Foundation’s Conservation and Sustainable Development Grant
The MacArthur Foundation's Conservation and Sustainable Development Grant is geographically limited only to three main regions around the world: the Great Lakes of East Central Africa, the Greater Mekong and its headwaters, and the watersheds of the Andes. Each is a place of high biodiversity, … [Read more...] about MacArthur Foundation’s Conservation and Sustainable Development Grant
