The Colombian Government, in collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, launched a new project, “Use and adoption of ICT in the National Network of Public Libraries,” on Sep. 27. Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will be funding the project, by providing US$ 3.2 million, and will … [Read more...] about The Colombian Government and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Join Forces to Strengthen the Country’s Public Libraries
PAHO, PAHEF Honor Public Health Leaders for Outstanding Contributions in the Americas
On September 26, the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) and the Pan American Health and Education Foundation (PAHEF) honored health leaders from various countries of Americas, for providing health services and for promoting health science in Latin America and the … [Read more...] about PAHO, PAHEF Honor Public Health Leaders for Outstanding Contributions in the Americas
UNDP seeking applications from International Consultants to create a profile in the Roster for Experts from various fields
UNDP is currently inviting applications from International Consultants to create a profile in the roster, where they can be considered for consultancy opportunities as needs arise, including for emergency deployments. The consultants must have expertise in program design and conceptualization, needs … [Read more...] about UNDP seeking applications from International Consultants to create a profile in the Roster for Experts from various fields
ITDP Invites Nominations for 2012 Sustainable Transport Award from cities and regions implementing innovative solutions to reduce traffic pollution
The Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) is dedicated towards finding transport solutions that can result in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, reduce poverty, and advance the quality of urban life. ITDP is currently inviting nominations for 2012 Sustainable Transport Award … [Read more...] about ITDP Invites Nominations for 2012 Sustainable Transport Award from cities and regions implementing innovative solutions to reduce traffic pollution
United Nations Foundation Launches Smart Phone Application
The United Nations (UN) Foundation has launched its first smart phone application for the users to get quick information about the latest happening at the UN system and the Foundation. The new application will offer updated news content to users daily. The news content will include information about … [Read more...] about United Nations Foundation Launches Smart Phone Application
PILnet Invites Nominations for European Award for Partnership in the Public Interest
The Global Network for Public Interest Law (PILnet) was founded as the Public Interest Law Initiative in Transitional Societies (PLITS) in 1997 after the fall of Berlin Wall. The vision behind establishing this network was to promote law for serving the interests of the general public. PILnet wishes … [Read more...] about PILnet Invites Nominations for European Award for Partnership in the Public Interest
Annual joint conference of the UN and NGO’s concludes in Germany with calls for sustainable development with public engagement
Source: http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=39455&Cr=sustainable+development%20&Cr1 Recently concluded annual joint conference of the United Nations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Bonn, Germany has called the civil society to encourage people that they must realize … [Read more...] about Annual joint conference of the UN and NGO’s concludes in Germany with calls for sustainable development with public engagement
USAID Request for Applications to implement the “Civic Advocacy and Partnership Activity” project in Macedonia
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through Regional Service Center, Regional Contracting Office in Budapest is seeking applications from eligible Macedonian organizations registered as civil society organization or foundation for a cooperative agreement to fund a project … [Read more...] about USAID Request for Applications to implement the “Civic Advocacy and Partnership Activity” project in Macedonia
Griffith University seeks applications for Eberhard Wenzel Masters Program Scholarship in International Public health
Established in 1975, Griffith University is regarded as one of Australia's most innovative tertiary institutions and one of the most influential universities in the Asia-Pacific region. They were the very first university in Australia to offer degrees in Asian studies and Environmental studies. … [Read more...] about Griffith University seeks applications for Eberhard Wenzel Masters Program Scholarship in International Public health
USAID Funding Opportunity: Implementation Science Research to Support Programs under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
The United States Government, represented by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking concept papers from qualified applicants for funding cooperative agreements aimed at funding a limited number of awards through USAID/Washington in collaboration with the Office of … [Read more...] about USAID Funding Opportunity: Implementation Science Research to Support Programs under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
