To open soon The International ReSource Award for Sustainable Watershed Management is an internationally recognised prize acknowledging leadership in the implementation of the principles of sustainability in watershed management. Every year US$150,000 is awarded across several project being … [Read more...] about International ReSource Award of US$150,000 for Sustainable Watershed Management 2015
Rolex Awards for Enterprise 2016 to Improve the Quality of Life on Earth
Deadline: 31 May 2015 The Rolex Awards for Enterprise 2016 is open for applications. Individuals above 18 years of age from anywhere in the world are eligible for the prize, given that their ground-breaking project is helping to expand the knowledge of our world and improve the quality of life on … [Read more...] about Rolex Awards for Enterprise 2016 to Improve the Quality of Life on Earth
2014 Project Inspire Finalist: Aakar Innovations – The local Men Bringing Respect and Loss to Women in India
28-year-old Sombodhi Ghosh, from India once realised the female helpers around him were being shunned during their monthly menstrual cycle, the incident ultimately led him on an unexpected career path. In 2011, Sombodhi co-founded Aakar Innovations (Aakar), a company which creates low-cost sanitary … [Read more...] about 2014 Project Inspire Finalist: Aakar Innovations – The local Men Bringing Respect and Loss to Women in India
2014 Project Inspire Finalists-Global Sisters-The refugee from Sierra Leone giving hope to Migrant Women
2014 Project Inspire Finalists-Global Sisters-The refugee from Sierra Leone giving hope to Migrant Women Hawanatu Bangura, 25, from Sierra Leone, is a member of the Advisory Circle for Australian microfinance organisation, Global Sisters. Hawanatu – along with her Australian teammates; 40-year-old … [Read more...] about 2014 Project Inspire Finalists-Global Sisters-The refugee from Sierra Leone giving hope to Migrant Women
2014 Project Inspire Runner Up-: Riverkids- From Trash Collector to Fashion Designer
2014 Project Inspire Runner Up-: Riverkids- From Trash Collector to Fashion Designer Sara Gingold, 23, from Australia, is a volunteer for Cambodian-Singaporean non-profit organisation, Riverkids. Sara – along with her teammates; Peo Bona, 30, from Cambodia, and Elaine Woon, 42, from Singapore … [Read more...] about 2014 Project Inspire Runner Up-: Riverkids- From Trash Collector to Fashion Designer
How to prepare your Video Pitch for Project Inspire 2015
Project Inspire: "5 minutes to change the world” is a global challenge that presents 18-35 year olds with a 5-minute platform to pitch their inspired idea to the world. With a US$25,000 Grand Prize and US$10,000 Runner-Up Prize on offer to make their idea a reality, Project Inspire 2015 will take on … [Read more...] about How to prepare your Video Pitch for Project Inspire 2015
UNESCO-Hamdan Prize of $300,000 for Projects Improving the Performance and Effectiveness of Teachers
Deadline: 31 October 2015 Nominations are open for UNESCO-Hamdan Prize of $300,000 for outstanding practice and performance in enhancing the effectiveness of teachers. Three winners whose projects aim at improving the performance and effectiveness of teachers worldwide will be the recipients of … [Read more...] about UNESCO-Hamdan Prize of $300,000 for Projects Improving the Performance and Effectiveness of Teachers
2015 Eisaku Sato Essay Contest: Grab a Grand Prize of 500,000 Yen
Deadline: 31 March 2015 Eisaku Sato Memorial Foundation is currently accepting essay submissions for the 31st Eisaku Sato Essay Contest. This international contest is open to anyone who has an interest in both the United Nations University and the designated contest topic. There are no restrictions … [Read more...] about 2015 Eisaku Sato Essay Contest: Grab a Grand Prize of 500,000 Yen
Nominate Children for their Noble Work for International Children’s Peace Prize 2015
Deadline: 1 April 2015 The International Children's Peace Prize organization is calling nominations for the Children's Peace Prize 2015. The International Children’s Peace Prize is awarded annually to a child, anywhere in the world, for his or her dedication to children’s rights. The Children's … [Read more...] about Nominate Children for their Noble Work for International Children’s Peace Prize 2015
Lee Kuan Yew Water prize 2016 is Open for Nominations
Deadline: 1 June 2015 Know anyone or any organisation around the world who has done outstanding work in solving water shortage and other water challenges? If yes then nominate him/her for the Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize 2016. Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) is currently seeking nominations … [Read more...] about Lee Kuan Yew Water prize 2016 is Open for Nominations
