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Applications are open for the NCAIR/Google Artificial Intelligence (Al) Fund 2024. To unlock the full potential of Al in Nigeria, NCAIR in collaboration with Google is launching the Al Fund, a dedicated initiative to inspire and nurture the next generation of Al-powered startups in Nigeria.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business Program 2025. The Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business is a free business education program dedicated to equipping sole proprietors with the tools necessary to turn their business potential into business growth.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Orators Public Speaking Competition 2024. The program is designed to build the oratory, leadership and innovation skills of young leaders between the ages of 18 - 25.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 YouthConnekt Export Accelerator Program. Building on the successful foundation laid since its inception, the program seeks to enhance Africa’s economic landscape by leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to create a vibrant marketplace for innovative “Made in Africa” products and services.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2024
Are you ready to be at the forefront of climate justice journalism in the Caribbean? Look no further! Climate Tracker is thrilled to announce that they are now accepting applications for the fourth cycle of their Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship, which will run from October 2024 to February 2025, and they want you to be a part of it! Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative fellowship program that's shaping the future of climate journalism in the Caribbean.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) Fellowship 2025. The School welcomes applications from junior and senior scholars across a wide range of fields in the social sciences and related disciplines.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the WIPO Intellectual Property (IP) Labs 2.0 – Acceleration Program. IP Labs is a WIPO IP-based capacity-building program for startups in Nigeria. Apply now!
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2024
After their joint program in 2023 with Women in Film: Introduction to the Creative Process, AFAC and Netflix have renewed their partnership with a new initiative aimed at supporting emerging Arab women filmmakers. The program will support the full production of short films (maximum length of 10 minutes) carried by women heads of department: director, writer, producer, cinematographer, and editors.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2024
Applications for fellowships to the GRÓ Land Restoration Training Programme (GRÓ LRT) are open for 2 (two) fellows from African biosphere reserves engaged in restoration activities. Apply for this fully-funded opportunity now!
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the McKinsey Forward Program 2024 for Young Talents. At the end of the program, you'll receive a McKinsey Forward digital badge and join an exclusive global network of life-long learners.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the International Affairs Fellowship in Canada 2025-2026. Launched in 2016, the International Affairs Fellowship (IAF) in Canada, sponsored by Power Corporation of Canada, seeks to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation between rising generations of leaders and thinkers in the United States and Canada.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2024
Applications for the CivicAction DiverseCity Fellows Program 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2024
The L’Oréal USA Fellowship aspires to develop a unique community of untapped students from across the USA and provide them access, education, and mentorship within the business world through this professional development-based program. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the UN/DESA Fellowship Programme. This esteemed initiative targets post-graduate Italian nationals, aiming to foster international careers in development cooperation.
Date Posted: 07 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the MOPGA Young Researchers Grant Program 2025. France, as a major player in the fight against climate change and guarantor of the spirit of the Paris Agreement, is launching a new MOPGA research grant program for young researchers with a view to working to strengthen scientific contributions to the climate change issues raised by the COPs.
Date Posted: 07 Sep, 2024
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, is pleased to announce an opportunity for 200 unemployed youths to acquire global cutting-edge Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills, aimed at enhancing their employability prospects. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
MentorPitch is a dynamic mentorship program designed to accelerate the growth of early-stage startups by connecting them with experienced industry leaders. Apply now for this opportunity!
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the IHE Delft Young Water Diplomats Programme 2025. The Young Water Diplomats programme is designed to enhance an interdisciplinary understanding of transboundary water challenges and advance tools for water cooperation and diplomacy, as well as to strengthen professional networking among the next generation of leading water and environmental diplomats.
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Asia Foundation LeadNext: Ambassadors for a Global Future 2025. LeadNext builds a vibrant network of future leaders aged 18-25 from across Asia and the United States and supports their growth, impact, and capacity to address today's greatest challenges.
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the TechBridge Program. This program equips you with skills in tech courses while also creating the exposure that is needed to launch a career and earn in the tech sector and beyond.
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
1. What Are Training Programs?
Trainings are structured programs or courses designed to enhance an individual's skills, knowledge, and competencies in a specific area. These may include workshops, internships, certification programs, or on-the-job training offered by employers or organizations.
2. Are Training Programs Free or Paid?
Training programs can be either free or paid. Some organizations and platforms, such as government programs for nonprofits, offer free, fully-funded training, while others charge a fee. There are also scholarships and grants available to help cover the costs of paid training opportunities.
3. What Are the Benefits of Participating in Training Programs?
Training programs provide numerous benefits, including skill development, career advancement, personal growth, and increased job market competitiveness. They may also offer networking opportunities, certifications, and hands-on experience that can enhance your professional profile.
4. What Types of Training Opportunities Are Available?
There are various types of training opportunities. Some popular ones include:
Workshops and Seminars: Short-term learning experiences on specific topics.
Internships and Apprenticeships: Hands-on, work-based learning.
Certifications: Programs that provide credentials upon completion.
5. What Is the Difference Between an Internship and a Training Program?
An internship is a specific type of training program that focuses on gaining work experience in a professional setting, typically over a short duration (such as a summer). On the other hand, a training program may include broader educational experiences that could be theoretical, practical, or a combination of both, and may or may not take place in a work environment.