Deadline- July 3, 2012 The European Union is founded on the principles of liberty, democracy, respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms and the rule of law. This thematic instrument, which entered into force on 1 January 2007, reflects the high political profile and specific Treaty mandates … [Read more...] about EU Grants -Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights for Strengthening civil society & democratic reforms
European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) Country-based Support Scheme (CBSS) Indonesia
Deadline- 30 May 2012 The EIDHR offers independence of action, allowing for the delivery of assistance in principle without the government consent, which is a critical feature of cooperation with civil society organisations at national level, especially in the sensitive area of democracy and human … [Read more...] about European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) Country-based Support Scheme (CBSS) Indonesia
European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights-Chad
Deadline- August 13, 2012 The general objectives of the new funding instrument, as defined by the EIDHR Regulation, are to contribute to the development and consolidation of democracy and the rule of law, and respect for all human rights and fundamental freedoms, as part of Community policy on … [Read more...] about European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights-Chad
Awards for freelance journalists : Kurt Schork awards 2012
The deadline for receipt of submissions: 31st May, 2012. Kurt Schork awards are conferred on freelance journalists and local reporters throughout the world. The main issues of published articles are human rights, cross boader troubles, corruption, war reporting or any other matter affecting the … [Read more...] about Awards for freelance journalists : Kurt Schork awards 2012
The International Federation of University Women (IFUW) -Conchita Poncini Jimenez Human Rights Fellowship
Deadline- 30 June 2012 International human rights instruments and agreements to protect women human rights, such as the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), have been adopted, but much work is needed to ensure their implementation at the national and … [Read more...] about The International Federation of University Women (IFUW) -Conchita Poncini Jimenez Human Rights Fellowship
Elton John AIDS Foundation Open Call for Proposals
The Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) has opened the Call for Funds to provide funding of up to $50,000 to organizations under its grantmaking priorities which include HIV programs focused on gay men’s health and rights, African American health and rights, youth mobilization for sexual health and … [Read more...] about Elton John AIDS Foundation Open Call for Proposals
A Resource Guide for Human Rights Educators-Women’s Rights in Muslim Communities
Women rights in Islamic communities: a resource guide for educators of human rights is a joint research publication of the Directorate General of Human Rights (DG-HAM), Ministry of Justice and Human Rights Indonesia (MOLAHR) and Equitas - International Centre for Human Rights Education. DG-HAM and … [Read more...] about A Resource Guide for Human Rights Educators-Women’s Rights in Muslim Communities
New manual from Management Systems International promotes tools for Russian human rights organizations
MSI’s USAID-funded Russia “I’ve Got Rights” Project has just released a new, practical manual for non-governmental organizations (NGOs): Technologies for Human Rights Organizations. The manual describes the effectiveness of tools and techniques used by human rights organizations. It is based on the … [Read more...] about New manual from Management Systems International promotes tools for Russian human rights organizations
Human Rights Monitoring Institute Summer School
Deadline-1 June 2012 Human Rights Monitoring Institute is currently accepting applications for the Summer School “Using Lisbon Treaty for Building Active Citizenship”. The Summer School is designed for young leaders active in civil society and is aimed at directly addressing the subjects of … [Read more...] about Human Rights Monitoring Institute Summer School
OHCHR Minorities Fellowship – for Arabic speakers
Deadline- 31 May 2012 Office of the High Commissioner for human rights organized the fellowship programme based on the ethnicity of Arabia. Eligibility- Only persons, belonging to national or ethnic, linguistic or religious minority, fluent in Arabic, can apply. For more information visit this … [Read more...] about OHCHR Minorities Fellowship – for Arabic speakers
