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Applications are open for the ChangemakerXchange Al - MENA Cohort 2025. This programme is open to young changemakers based / with impact in MENA who are looking to use Al to deepen or scale their impact. The regional cohorts bring together young changemakers, giving them tailored support and connections with Al experts, to improve their teams' Al readiness and adopt new solutions for their initiatives.
Date Posted: 07 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 United Nations Global Compact Climate Ambition Accelerator Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the UNESCO World Heritage Young Professionals Forum 2025. As an integral part of the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee, in the framework of the UNESCO World Heritage Education Programme, and with the support of the Republic of Bulgaria, the World Heritage Young Professionals Forum 2025 will take place from 1 to 8 July 2025 at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, under the theme of World Heritage in an interconnected world: Leveraging digital technologies and innovative approaches.
Date Posted: 04 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Europe Challenge 2025/2026. The Europe Challenge is an annual programme that brings together teams from libraries and communities across Europe to address pressing social, digital, and climate challenges. Libraries are invited to develop, share, and implement creative solutions with support from the European Cultural Foundation and its partners through an open call.
Date Posted: 04 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the CEl Jamaica Program for Women Entrepreneurs 2025. CEl Jamaica is a transformative exchange program initiative designed to drive entrepreneurship and economic growth across the Caribbean, starting with Jamaica. In partnership with the Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA), this program fosters collaboration between Caribbean innovators and Canadian investors, creating a bridge for global opportunities.
Date Posted: 03 Apr, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the 2025 Nestle Nigeria Technical Training Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the WFSA Scholarships to the World Congress of Anaesthesiologists (WCA) 2026. World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists (WFSA) is offering scholarships for the World Congress of Anaesthesiologists (WCA) 2026, made possible through generous donations from partner organisations and individuals.
Date Posted: 03 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the CivicHive Hack4Democracy Program 2025. Hack4Democracy is an annual hackathon bringing together Civic Tech innovators, activists, and organizations across West Africa to create cutting-edge digital solutions for democratic engagement. By leveraging technology, participants tackle challenges such as voter apathy, electoral fraud, misinformation, and shrinking civic spaces.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the ILA Leadership Development Training 2025. The Academy, with support from the Government of Japan, invites applications for comprehensive specialised leadership development training set to take place in three cohorts in 2025.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2025
Applications for the ATKV × Global Changemakers Global Youth Summit 2025 are now open. The Global Youth Summit 2025 is a fully funded, life-changing opportunity for young Changemakers worldwide! This year, ATKV and Global Changemakers are bringing together passionate youth leaders in Cape Town, South Africa, from 20 - 24 October, 2025 for an immersive experience in leadership, innovation, and collaboration.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2025. The Audi Environmental Foundation actively supports research into new technologies and scientific methods for a liveable future. Its stated goal is to make a contribution to environmental protection and to create and promote ways of behaving sustainably.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Programme 2025. The Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship programme is one of UNFPA Ghana's flagship programmes which aligns with the organisation's mandate of ensuring that every young person's potential is fulfilled.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2025
Are you an Al professional who understands how to compose prompts to get the most out of Al tools? If yes, apply for the Code for Africa (CA) Al for Good Fellowship 2025.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the ViCap Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship in Africa 2025. Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship in Africa 2025 is Phase Two of an initiative to strengthen climate innovation across Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, and Tanzania.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the ZICTA ICT Innovation Programme 2025. The Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA) ICT Innovation Programme is a flagship initiative of the Authority, designed to offer both business and technical development support to CT innovators, startups, and entrepreneurs.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the 2025 Pan-Atlantic University/MTN Media Innovation Programme. The MTN Media Innovation Programme (MIP) is a 6-week long programme spread across six months for media practitioners in the Nigerian space. The programme will increase the knowledge and skill base of the participants and help them understand the changing media landscape, and how to effectively use technology to create impactful media content.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2025
Do you want to improve your skills in Generative AI and learn from top experts at Google? If so, register for the 5-Day Generative AI Intensive Course offered by Google.
Date Posted: 29 Mar, 2025
Applications for the Slow Food Negroni Week Fund: Education Scholarships 2025 are now open. The goal of the scholarship is to give less experienced and connected professionals an opportunity for training, networking and focused learning on sustainability in the hospitality industry.
Date Posted: 29 Mar, 2025
Do you know a passionate young leader who is working on solutions for the betterment of our planet? The Young Leaders Award is seeking a well-rounded cohort with a mix of representation across geographies, backgrounds, and approaches to sustainability and regeneration.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the A. G. Leventis African Biodiversity Fellowship Programme 2025/2026. This Fellowship programme, launched in September 2021, is run by Professor Milner-Gulland, Tasso Leventis Professor of Biodiversity in the Department of Biology, and her team in the Interdisciplinary Centre for Conservation Science.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2025
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.