Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108101345.html A recent survey by led by the Government of Tanzania has revealed startling facts about the abuse of young boys and girls at the hands of adults. Reacting to the survey, UN has encouraged the country’s government to address this issue on a … [Read more...] about UN encourages Tanzania to address the violence against children after a government led survey reveals startling facts
Margaret Sekaggya, an independent UN expert, launches guide on rights of human rights defenders
Sourced From: http://www.un.org/ Margaret Sekaggya, an independent expert from United Nations recently launched a guide on the rights of human rights defenders as per the UN declaration. The 100-page guide is titled “Commentary to the Declaration on Human Rights Defenders” and has been created in … [Read more...] about Margaret Sekaggya, an independent UN expert, launches guide on rights of human rights defenders
UN Foundation seeks applications from US Journalists for the Journalism Fellowship to be hosted during UN Summit in September, 2011
On the sidelines of the United Nations when world leaders gather in New York in September this year for an unprecedented summit to address some of the world’s greatest challenges, it has been planned to provide the latest information to U.S. journalists on these pressing global issues and offer … [Read more...] about UN Foundation seeks applications from US Journalists for the Journalism Fellowship to be hosted during UN Summit in September, 2011
Donation of three generation systems for three isolated riverside communities in Colombia
Donación de tres sistemas de generación de tres comunidades ribereñas aisladas en Colombia APROTEC, a private company based in Columbia was recently awarded by GTZ and GVEP International with a subvention for the development of an innovative electricity generation system based on water current … [Read more...] about Donation of three generation systems for three isolated riverside communities in Colombia
World Youth Conference’s NGO Global Meeting: Applications sought from NGO Representatives
On the occasion of the UN-declared International Year of the Youth – 2010, Mexico is hosting the World Youth Conference 2010 from 23-27 August 2010 in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon Mexico to discuss urgent issues and solutions to address the problems faced by youths around the world. The conference has a … [Read more...] about World Youth Conference’s NGO Global Meeting: Applications sought from NGO Representatives
NGO Global Meeting at the World Youth Conference 2010 in Mexico: Applications invited from NGOs
With 2010 declared as the International Year of the Youth by the United Nations, the World Youth Conference is being organized in Mexico to discuss urgent issues and solutions concerned for the youths around the world. The conference “will bring together young people from the country and from all … [Read more...] about NGO Global Meeting at the World Youth Conference 2010 in Mexico: Applications invited from NGOs
NGO Global Meeting at the World Youth Conference 2010 in Mexico: Applications invited from NGOs
The NGO Global Meeting will be held as part of the conference in Mexico from 23-25 August 2010. The conference organizers are seeking “an equitable participation of the NGOs of Member States of the United Nations in a number of people that can make it possible for a discussion and an establishment … [Read more...] about NGO Global Meeting at the World Youth Conference 2010 in Mexico: Applications invited from NGOs
UNDEF accepting Applications from NGOs from 16 November 2009 onwards
The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) is open to accepting applications from NGOs around the world under its fourth round of funding. UNDEF provides grant support primarily for strengthening NGOs and increase the participation of all groups in democratic practices. “The Fund complements current … [Read more...] about UNDEF accepting Applications from NGOs from 16 November 2009 onwards
BNNRC – A Network for Radio and Communication in Bangladesh
Bangladesh NGOs Network for Radio and Communication (BNNRC) is a national networking body on alternative mass media working for building a democratic society based on the principles of free flow of information, equitable and affordable access to Information and Communication Technology for … [Read more...] about BNNRC – A Network for Radio and Communication in Bangladesh
What do NGOs ‘need’ to apply for the Funding Support from the US Government’s Bureau of Population, Refugee and Migration?
The Bureau of Population, Refugee and Migration (PRM) at the United States Department of State has recently issued general guidelines, referred to as ‘FY 2010 General NGO Guidelines for Overseas Assistance,’ for NGOs applying and responding to various funding announcements to be released in the year … [Read more...] about What do NGOs ‘need’ to apply for the Funding Support from the US Government’s Bureau of Population, Refugee and Migration?
