The most important part of GDA is to leverage private sector resources. USAID is not interested in subsidizing private sector investment but recognizes that private sector resources should promote their core interest. For example, a private company wants to invent a cost effective solution for a … [Read more...] about What Counts as Leverage: USAID’s Global Development Alliance Concept Paper
Nordic Climate Facility Call for Proposals on ‘Inclusive Green Growth Projects’
Deadline: 31 January 2014 The Nordic Climate Facility (NCF) has called for proposals on the theme ‘Inclusive Green Growth Projects Contributing to Private Sector Development’. NCF aims to promote the transfer of technology, expertise and innovative ideas between the Nordic countries (Sweden, … [Read more...] about Nordic Climate Facility Call for Proposals on ‘Inclusive Green Growth Projects’
Thiel Global Fellowships 2014
Deadline: 31 December 2013 Thiel Fellowship for 2014 is accepting proposals for innovative projects on how science and technology can change the world, from youth of or below 19 years of age to become a Thiel Fellow. The fellowship awarded for a time span of two years, assists the fellows with … [Read more...] about Thiel Global Fellowships 2014
Electronic Information for Libraries Grants 2014
Deadline: 31 January 2014 EIFL (Electronic Information for Libraries) is accepting grant applications for public and community library projects. The projects that clearly define how the technology used will support the needs of children, and youth will be selected for the grant. Projects that … [Read more...] about Electronic Information for Libraries Grants 2014
Margaret Bennett Scholarships Program
Deadline- 28 April 2014 London School of Economics and Political Science desired to invite applications for Margaret Bennett Scholarships Program. This program is offered to pursue masters (LLM) degree level studies. The scholarship has a value of up to £5,000. Areas covered- Banking and … [Read more...] about Margaret Bennett Scholarships Program
International Symposium on Online Journalism
Deadline- 12 December 2013 Papers are being accepted for International Symposium on Online Journalism at the University of Texas at Austin. The symposium will be conducted in Austin, Texas, United States from April 4-5, 2014. The goal of this program is to represent some of the most important media … [Read more...] about International Symposium on Online Journalism
Darwin Fellowships Program
Deadline- 3 February 2014 Applications are accepted for Darwin Fellowships Program offered under Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). The objective of this program is to support countries rich in biodiversity but poor in financial resources to meet the obligations under one … [Read more...] about Darwin Fellowships Program
Call for Papers – Access to Assistive Technology in Resource Limited Environments
Deadline- 15 January 2014 International Program on Disability, Technology and Rehabilitation is seeking submissions for Access to Assistive Technology in Resource Limited Environments. This special issue focuses on the different components of the AT ecosystem in RLEs, and seeks an understanding of … [Read more...] about Call for Papers – Access to Assistive Technology in Resource Limited Environments
Ten of the most innovative NGOs in the world
Innovation is a buzzword throughout development circles from large institutional grant making organisations to grassroots NGOs working in some of the poorest places on earth. Innovation is more often than not a necessity for NGOs with strictly limited funds and resources yet are trying to conquer … [Read more...] about Ten of the most innovative NGOs in the world
Fentress Global Challenge – Upcycled Architecture
Deadline- 16 January 2014 Fentress Global Challenge has been announced to stimulate students worldwide in the exploration of future design possibilities in public architecture. In its third annual competition, students are invited to envision Fentress Architects' concept of Upcycled … [Read more...] about Fentress Global Challenge – Upcycled Architecture
