The WWSF (Women’s World Summit Foundation) Prize honors women and women’s groups around the world exhibiting exceptional creativity, courage and commitment for the improvement of the quality of life in rural communities. The Prize aims to draw international attention to laureates' contributions to … [Read more...] about WWSF Prize 2011: Women’s Creativity in Rural Life
UNESCO invites nominations for the World Press Freedom Prize 2011
UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2011 honours a person, organization or institution that has made a notable contribution to the defence and/or promotion of press freedom anywhere in the world, especially if this involved risk. UNESCO invites Member States, regional and international … [Read more...] about UNESCO invites nominations for the World Press Freedom Prize 2011
SEVEN Fund’s Breakthrough Innovation Grant Competition in the Philippines
The Breakthrough Innovation Grant (BIG) is a competition organized by the SEVEN Fund in partnership with the Fisherman Foundation and MicroVentures Inc.’s Hapinoy Program in the Philippines. This business concept competition is open to all who aspire to create prosperity and alleviate poverty in … [Read more...] about SEVEN Fund’s Breakthrough Innovation Grant Competition in the Philippines
Dodd Prize in International Justice and Human Rights
The University of Connecticut biennially awards the Thomas J. Dodd Prize in International Justice and Human rights. The award is given to an individual or group who has made a significant effort to advance the cause of international justice and global human rights. Eligibility: The Dodd Prize shall … [Read more...] about Dodd Prize in International Justice and Human Rights
Gruber Foundation’s Women’s Rights Prize
The Peter & Patricia Gruber Foundation is accepting nominations for the Women’s Rights Prize. Nominations can be submitted by both individuals and organizations. The Women’s Rights Prize is part of the Foundation’s International Prize Program which recognizes excellence in different relevant … [Read more...] about Gruber Foundation’s Women’s Rights Prize
Nominations invited for the UNEP Sasakawa Prize 2011
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is now accepting nominations of sustainable environmental initiatives in emerging and developing countries for the 2011 UNEP Sasakawa Prize. The UNEP Sasakawa Prize awards a cash prize of $200,000 and the 2011 prize will be given out at the ceremony … [Read more...] about Nominations invited for the UNEP Sasakawa Prize 2011
Out of the Box Prize 2010 for Community Health and Development
Community Toolbox, a global resource of free information on essential skills for building healthy communities is offering applications for its Out of the Box Prize 2010. The Prize has been established to honor innovative approaches to promoting community health and development worldwide. NGOs and … [Read more...] about Out of the Box Prize 2010 for Community Health and Development
UNESCO inviting nominations for the UNESCO/Bilbao Prize for the Promotion of a Culture of Human Rights
The UNESCO/Bilbao Prize was established in 2008 with the generous endowment from the City of Bilbao in Spain. It is awarded annually by the Director-General of UNESCO to innovative institutions, organizations and individuals serving to promote a culture of human rights at regional and international … [Read more...] about UNESCO inviting nominations for the UNESCO/Bilbao Prize for the Promotion of a Culture of Human Rights
Rolex Awards Call for Applications
Sourced from http://www.internationalpeaceandconflict.org Individuals of any age with a concrete working project in any area of work such as science and health, applied technology, exploration and discovery, the environment and cultural heritage can apply for the Rolex Awards for Enterprise. The … [Read more...] about Rolex Awards Call for Applications
Call for Applications for the French Republic’s Human Rights Prize, “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” for 2010
Established in 1988, the French Republic’s Human Rights Prize, “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” for 2010 is now open to applications. Individuals or NGOs from any country can submit nominations for this prestigious French prize, which is endowed by the Prime Minister of France and awarded annually by … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for the French Republic’s Human Rights Prize, “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” for 2010
