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The NGO Committee on the Status of Women, New York Youth Leaders & Young Professionals are thrilled to announce the second cohort of the Global Youth Fellows program which aims to strengthen our global community of youth advocates for gender equality while celebrating 20 young activists’ work and stories. Apply to join the second cohort of 20 Global Youth Fellows and access a global community of like-minded youth that lasts for years to come!
Date Posted: 24 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Founders Boost Startup Pre-Accelerator Program - Toronto 2024. The program provides high quality one-on-one mentorship and large global network to help accelerate the growth of startups accepted.
Date Posted: 24 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Thomas R. Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program 2025. The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Graduate Fellowship Program attracts and prepares outstanding young people for Foreign Service careers in the U.S. Department of State.
Date Posted: 24 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies (AIAS) Junior and Senior Fellowships. The AIAS-AUFF Junior and Senior Fellowships are available for curiosity-driven, talented researchers from all over the world and within all research disciplines.
Date Posted: 24 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 LAF-Thomson Media Environmental Journalism Training Program. The program seeks to equip local journalists with essential skills and legal support to effectively report on environmental issues, including environmental crimes, the green economy, climate change, and sustainable adaptation.
Date Posted: 24 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 African Investigative Journalism Conference (#AIJC2024) Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Access Bank YouThrive program. The program is a groundbreaking collaboration between the bank and the Vice President's office, dedicated to empowering Individuals and MSMEs.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the RWJF Health Policy Fellowship. The RWJF Health Policy Fellows program offers mid-career professionals the opportunity to participate in the policy process at the federal level and use that leadership experience to improve health equity, health care, and health policy.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ILO Freelance Fast Forward Program 2024. Elevate your skillset, start a successful freelance career, and achieve independent income with this exclusive scholarship opportunity to empower learners with the most demanded tech skills.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Internet Governance Forum Travel Support. Support is provided through contributions to the IGF Global South Fund by the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Co-creation Hub (CcHub) Management Trainee Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the British Academy Global Professorships 2024. The Academy views the Global Professorships as an opportunity for established researchers to undertake high-risk, curiosity-driven research in the humanities and social sciences in a UK research institution.
Date Posted: 22 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the British Academy Global Innovation Fellowships: The German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP) 2025. The objective of the Global Innovation Fellowships is to provide opportunities to UK-based early- and mid-career researchers from across the humanities and social sciences to develop their skills, networks and careers in the creative and cultural, public, private and policy sectors to address challenges that require innovative approaches and solutions.
Date Posted: 22 Aug, 2024
Are you passionate about sustainability, climate action, or environmental law? Do you want to connect with like-minded individuals and experts in these fields while gaining recognition for your commitment? If so, the Green Fellows Program might be the perfect opportunity for you. This significant program offers a chance to explore the pressing global issues, expand your network, and even stand a chance to win $1000.
Date Posted: 22 Aug, 2024
Are you a leader with a vision to address the world’s most pressing challenges? Do you have an innovative idea that could transform unjust systems and help communities around the globe thrive? If so, the Echoing Green Fellowship might be your perfect opportunity. This fellowship seeks to identify and support visionary social innovators committed to creating transformative change in their communities and beyond.
Date Posted: 22 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the FATE Foundation 2024 Road to Growth Program. The program aims to support 40 women Entrepreneurs to break through barriers and support them to succeed.
Date Posted: 22 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Huawei Nigeria Graduate Internship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Commonwealth Youth Ocean Hackathon 2024. This hackathon is an exciting initiative of the Commonwealth Blue Charter Ocean Youth Working Group. Leading up to the Ocean Symposium, this challenge aims to harness the creativity and innovation of youth across Commonwealth countries in addressing critical ocean-related challenges.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) Internship Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the AFD 2024 Social and Inclusive Business Camp (SIBC). This opportunity is open to young African social entrepreneurs. Click here to learn more about this training and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2024
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