Travel Grants to attend the 2011 meetings of UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and Expert Mechanism
Deadline: 1 October 2010
All Countries
OHCHR’s UN Voluntary Trust Fund is accepting applications for the provision of travel grants to participate in the deliberations of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and Expert Mechanism on the Rights of…[more]
Buckminster Fuller Challenge: $100,000 prize to support a strategy that will solve humanity’s most pressing problems
Deadline: 4 October 2010
All Countries
The Buckminster Fuller Challenge awards $100,000 prize to support the development and implementation of a strategy that has significant potential to solve humanity’s most pressing problems…[more]
FACT Social Justice Challenge 2010 to address inequalities and injustices in our society
Deadline: 4 October 2010
All Countries
The Social Justice Challenge 2010 from FACT (French American Charitable Trust) seeks to surface innovative Projects that leverage web and/or mobile technologies that foster collaboration around social justice issues…[more]
The Aftermath Project seeking proposals to support Photographic Projects that tell the other half of the story of conflict
Deadline: 1 November 2010
All Counries
The Aftermath Project has announced that it is now accepting applications to support photographic projects that tell the other half of the story of conflict…[more]
ICRC Competition to report on the situation of young people affected by armed conflict
Deadline: 1 October 2010
All Countries
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has announced a call for applications for young people to participate in the ICRC Young Reporter Competition…[more]
International Climate Protection Fellowships
Deadline: 15 December 2010
Developing Countries
Offered by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, the fellowships offer an opportunity to undertake research during one-year stay in Germany…individuals working on societal issues relating to climate change are encouraged to apply…[more]
Financial Assistance for screening movies on human rights
Deadline: 15 September 2010
All Countries
Movies that Matter Foundation provides funding for screening of human rights films around the world as part of its commitment to the promotion and a wider circulation of human rights…[more]
The Gates Award for Global Health 2011: Nominations invited from organizations working for improving health
Deadline: 29 October 2010
All Countries
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation-established Gates Award for Global Health is seeking nominations to reward and exemplify organizations which have developed processes for improving health, especially in resource poor settings with measurable results…[more]
Letters of Interest invited for the Alive & Thrive Grants Program
Deadline: 14 September 2010
Developing Countries
Alive & Thrive (A&T) is currently accepting applications for its grants program. A&T is a five year initiative funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and implemented by a consortium of organizations such as AED, BRAC, GMMB, IFPRI, Save the Children, University of California-Davis and World Vision…[more]
Gates Foundation: Latest Round of Grant Challenges Explorations now open for applications
Deadline: 2 November 2010
All Countries
The Round 6 of the Grand Challenges Explorations of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is now open to accept applications, providing grants of up to $100,000…[more]
Changemakers’ competition seeking groundbreaking models to strengthen property rights
Deadline: 3 November 2010
All Countries
Omidyar Network and Ashoka’s Changemakers have launched the Property Rights: Identity, Dignity & Opportunity for All competition to identify and support the leaders who are making an impact through property rights…[more]
Nominations invited for the UNEP Sasakawa Prize 2011
Deadline: 30 September 2010
All Countries
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is now accepting nominations of sustainable environmental initiatives in emerging and developing countries for the 2011 UNEP Sasakawa Prize…[more]
ONE Africa Award 2010: An opportunity to highlight efforts working to reduce poverty and achieve Millennium Development Goals
Deadline: 24 September 2010
Africa
Civil society organizations and individuals working in Africa to advance the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) can apply for the $100,000 ONE Africa Award…[more]
World Youth Movement for Democracy 2010 Essay Contest
Deadline:18 October 2010
All Countries
Submit your essay on democracy, and win an opportunity to attend one of the largest global gatherings of democracy leaders! [more]
International Climate Protection Fellowships
Deadline: 15 December 2010
Developing Countries
Offered by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, the fellowships offer an opportunity to undertake research during one-year stay in Germany…individuals working on societal issues relating to climate change are encouraged to apply…[more]
UNESCO/Bilbao Prize (Human Rights)
Deadline: 8 September 2010
All Countries
UNESCO is seeking nominations of individuals and institutions for the UNESCO/Bilbao Prize for promoting a culture of human rights at regional and international level…[more]
Travel Grants to attend the 2011 meetings of UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and Expert Mechanism
Deadline: 1 October 2010
All Countries
OHCHR’s UN Voluntary Trust Fund is accepting applications for the provision of travel grants to participate in the deliberations of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and Expert Mechanism on the Rights of…[more]
OHCHR’s Indigenous Fellowship Programme 2011 in Geneva, Switzerland
Deadline: 1 October 2010 for French language component and 29 October 2010 for Russian language component
All Countries
The Indigenous Fellowship Programme 2011 to be organized in Geneva provides opportunities for selected Fellows to undergo interactive training programmes on human rights, OHCHR and other UN systems and mechanisms…[more]
Deadline: 21 October 2010
Africa
The second call for proposals to provide financial support for projects implementing community-based programs using football to fight HIV and AIDS…[more]
Financial Assistance for screening movies on human rights
Deadline: 15 September 2010
All Countries
Movies that Matter Foundation provides funding for screening of human rights films around the world as part of its commitment to the promotion and a wider circulation of human rights…[more]
Amnesty International USA: Call for nominations for the 2011 Ginetta Sagan Award for Women’s and Children’s Rights
Deadline: 1 October 2011
All Countries
Amnesty International USA has launched the call for nominations for its 2011 Ginetta Sagan Award for Women’s and Children’s Rights…[more]
French Republic’s Human Rights Prize, “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” for 2010
Deadline: 30 September 2010
All Countries
NGOs and individuals can apply for this prestigious Human Rights Prize endowed by the Prime Minister of France for projects and field missions working for the promotion and protection of human rights…[more]
UNFPII Call for Proposals 2011: Small Grants Programme
Deadline: 1 October 2010
All Countries
NGOs, association, academic and other nonprofit organizations can apply for this small grants opportunity and submit projects in areas of health, human rights, the environment, culture, education and social and economic development for…[more]
Amnesty International USA: Call for nominations for the 2011 Ginetta Sagan Award for Women’s and Children’s Rights
Deadline: 1 October 2011
All Countries
Amnesty International USA has launched the call for nominations for its 2011 Ginetta Sagan Award for Women’s and Children’s Rights…[more]
French Republic’s Human Rights Prize, “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” for 2010
Deadline: 30 September 2010
All Countries
NGOs and individuals can apply for this prestigious Human Rights Prize endowed by the Prime Minister of France for projects and field missions working for the promotion and protection of human rights …[more]
Grants for Research on Microinsurance Issues
Deadline: 30 September 2010
All Countries
The International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Microinsurance Innovation Facility (MIF) has announced the availability of third round of research grants…[more]
UNFPII Call for Proposals 2011: Small Grants Programme
Deadline: 1 October 2010
All Countries
NGOs, association, academic and other nonprofit organizations can apply for this small grants opportunity and submit projects in areas of health, human rights, the environment, culture, education and social and economic development for…[more]
Call for Proposals to fight Child Labour
Deadline: 10 September 2010
Developing countries
This new call for proposal seeks to eradicate child labour in developing countries by funding projects that undertake policy advocacy, integrate social protection and mobilize corporate social responsibility against this social problem…[more]
Global Development Network launches 2010 Global Development Awards and Medals
Deadline: 18 October 2010 and 9 September 2010
Developing Countries and Countries in Transition
Global Development Network (GDN) has launched the 2010 Global Development Awards and Medals which include the grant award for the most promising research proposal, the best completed research paper of academic excellence and for the most innovative development project in developing countries and countries in transition…[more]
Deadline: November 1, 2010
All Countries
The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program enables democracy activists, practitioners, scholars, and journalists from around the world to deepen their understanding of democracy and enhance their ability to promote democratic change. Dedicated to international exchange, this five-month, residential program offers a collegial environment for fellows to reflect on their experiences; conduct research and writing; consider best practices and lessons learned; engage with counterparts in the United States: and develop professional relationships within a global network of democracy advocates.[more]
Global Development Network launches 2010 Global Development Awards and Medals
Deadline: 18 October 2010 and 9 September 2010
Developing Countries and Countries in Transition
Global Development Network (GDN) has launched the 2010 Global Development Awards and Medals which include the grant award for the most promising research proposal, the best completed research paper of academic excellence and for the most innovative development project in developing countries and countries in transition…[more]
Bill Gates Foundation Grant Award of $1 million for Access to Learning
Deadline: 30 September 2010
Outside of United States
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s Access to Learning Award provides US $1 million grant award for organizations providing free education in computers and internet for the poor and disadvantaged communities…[more]
Global Development Network launches 2010 Global Development Awards and Medals
Deadline: 18 October 2010 and 9 September 2010
Developing Countries and Countries in Transition
Global Development Network (GDN) has launched the 2010 Global Development Awards and Medals which include the grant award for the most promising research proposal, the best completed research paper of academic excellence and for the most innovative development project in developing countries and countries in transition…[more]
SEVEN Fund Request for Proposals: Open Enterprise Solutions to Poverty
Deadline: 15 October 2010
All Countries
SEVEN Fund is requesting proposals to undertake research and explore questions related to poverty, enterprise development and the relationship between prosperity and progressive human values and to look at how enterprises can contribute to making stronger societies…[more]
Grants for Research on Microinsurance Issues
Deadline: 30 September 2010
All Countries
The International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Microinsurance Innovation Facility (MIF) has announced the availability of third round of research grants…[more]
Global Development Network launches 2010 Global Development Awards and Medals
Deadline: 18 October 2010 and 9 September 2010
Developing Countries and Countries in Transition
Global Development Network (GDN) has launched the 2010 Global Development Awards and Medals which include the grant award for the most promising research proposal, the best completed research paper of academic excellence and for the most innovative development project in developing countries and countries in transition…[more]
Deadline: Rolling
All Countries
The Jennings Randolph (JR) Senior Fellowship provides scholars, policy analysts, policy makers, journalists, and other experts with opportunities to spend time in residence at the United states Intitute of Peace…[more]
SEVEN Fund Request for Proposals: Open Enterprise Solutions to Poverty
Deadline: 15 October 2010
All Countries
SEVEN Fund is requesting proposals to undertake research and explore questions related to poverty, enterprise development and the relationship between prosperity and progressive human values and to look at how enterprises can contribute to making stronger societies…[more]
USIP Annual Grant Competition 2010
Deadline: 1 October 2010
All Countries
The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) is accepting applications fom nonprofit organizations to support peacebuilding projects…[more]
USIP Annual Grant Competition 2010
Deadline: 1 October 2010
All Countries
The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) is accepting applications fom nonprofit organizations to support peacebuilding projects…[more]
Australia’s Endeavour Awards 2011
Deadline: 31 July 2010 and 31 January 2011
Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas
The Australian Government is accepting applications for its Endeavour Awards 2011 – a variety of grant awards for undertaking study, research and professional development (both long-term as well as short-term in Australia or in any of the participating countries…[more]
MAKING HUMAN RIGHTS A GLOBAL REALITY – FIND OUT HOW!
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