By Janou Hooykaas Introduction Gender-based violence (GBV) can be defined as any act that causes physical, sexual or emotional harm and reinforces gender inequality. Women are disproportionately affected by GBV (although it applies to men and boys, as well), yet women’s rights issues remain … [Read more...] about A Comprehensive Guide for NGOs Working with Gender-Based Violence
Grants and Resources for Research
A list of current and past grant funding opportunities and useful resources for NGOs for research.
The South African Young Scientists Summer Program : 3 Months to work with Scientists from South Africa and IIASA
Deadline: 3 August 2014 Young & talented researchers currently in South Africa have an opportunity to work with scientists from South Africa and IIASA. The advisors from South Africa will stay with the participants for 3-4 weeks and the IIASA advisers will be there for 1-2 weeks. Rest of the … [Read more...] about The South African Young Scientists Summer Program : 3 Months to work with Scientists from South Africa and IIASA
Nominations and Papers invited for SAARC International Conference on Development of Museums in South Asia
Deadline: 15 August 2014 Nominations of candidates is invited for the SAARC International Conference to be held from 23-25 October 2014 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The SAARC member states are invited to send a minimum of four nominations in the prescribed Registration Form. The SAARC International … [Read more...] about Nominations and Papers invited for SAARC International Conference on Development of Museums in South Asia
Apply to the United States Institute of Peace for JR Peace Scholarship Dissertation Program
Deadline: 12 December 2014 The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) is accepting applications for the Jennings Randolph (JR) Peace Scholarship Dissertation Program. Focused on topics like 'how to manage conflict and build sustainable peace effectively, the Institute supports advanced research … [Read more...] about Apply to the United States Institute of Peace for JR Peace Scholarship Dissertation Program
Think Tank Links Fellowship Opportunity to Professional Youth by the CIPE & Atlas Corps
Deadline: 15 August 2015 Do you belong to a developing country? Are you young-talented professional with strong research background? If yes, the new Think Tank Links Fellowship of Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) and Atlas Corps is awaiting you! This is an opportunity for you to … [Read more...] about Think Tank Links Fellowship Opportunity to Professional Youth by the CIPE & Atlas Corps
The UN Women Group invites Information Submission on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women in Family and Cultural Life
Deadline: 31 July 2014 The UN (United Nations) Working Group invites individuals and organizations to submit information regarding the good Practices in the Elimination of Discrimination against Women in Family and Cultural Life. The submissions should highlight the good practices, lessons learned … [Read more...] about The UN Women Group invites Information Submission on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women in Family and Cultural Life
The ASC-IIAS Joint Fellowship Program for Researchers
Deadline: 15 September 2014 The African Studies Center and International Institute for Asian Studies (ASC-IIAS) Joint Fellowship Program aimed at researchers whose work is informed by current theoretical debates in the social sciences and humanities over global connectivity and who are able to … [Read more...] about The ASC-IIAS Joint Fellowship Program for Researchers
The Africa Climate Change Fund will provide Minimum US$250,000 to African Institutions for Climate Finance Readiness Programs
Deadline: 8 August 2014 The Africa Climate Change Fund (ACCF) invites African governments, non-governmental organizations, research and regional institutions to submit grant applications for the climate finance readiness projects, programs or activities. Grant request can be made for minimum … [Read more...] about The Africa Climate Change Fund will provide Minimum US$250,000 to African Institutions for Climate Finance Readiness Programs
The Global Innovation through Science and Technology Tech-I Competition 2014
Deadline: 21 July 2014 The Global Innovation through Science and Technology (GIST) operating in 86 Emerging Economies invites interested scientists, entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovators to compete in the GIST Tech-I Competition 2014. These innovative science and technology entrepreneurs will … [Read more...] about The Global Innovation through Science and Technology Tech-I Competition 2014
The OECD invites Applications for Co-operative Research Program Research Fellowship on Biological Resources in Agriculture
Deadline: 10 September 2014 The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) invites applications from research scientists working in agriculture, forestry or fisheries and individuals interested to conduct research projects abroad for the Co-operative Research Program (CRP) … [Read more...] about The OECD invites Applications for Co-operative Research Program Research Fellowship on Biological Resources in Agriculture
