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Research
The Private Financing Advisory Network (PFAN) in partnership with
the Kigali Cooling Efficiency Program (K-CEP) seeks projects & businesses offering
energy efficient cooling solutions, to provide them with comprehensive services
which, depending on their needs and maturity, may include business coaching,
investment facilitation, tipping point technical assistance, invitations to
investment forum pitch competitions and participation in investor roadshows.
PFAN’s
goal is to bring projects to investment ready status and then facilitate
investor introductions, providing advisory services for both equity and debt
financing.
PFAN has
worked with hundreds of projects around the world; 112 of these have
successfully raised over USD 1.4 billion in investment.
PFAN will
select applications not only from businesses in developing countries that
deliver greenhouse gas reductions by moving towards lower global warming
potential (GWP) refrigerants and improving energy efficiency of
air-conditioning and refrigeration, but also from businesses working with other
cooling solutions such as building design, shading, cool roofs, cold storage,
cold chain technologies and super-efficient fans etc.
Applicants
from government institutions, civil society, communities, indigenous
groups and private sector organizations in Uganda are
invited to submit proposals to the FAO-EU FLEGT Programme.
In 2003,
the European Union adopted the Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and
Trade (FLEGT) Action Plan , whose ultimate goal is to encourage sustainable
management of forests. The FLEGT Action Plan focuses on governance reforms and
capacity building to ensure that timber exported to the European Union (EU)
comes only from legal sources.
The
FAO-EU FLEGT Programme is a five-year demand-driven programme launched in 2015
that supports stakeholders to put elements of the FLEGT Action Plan into
practice. Uganda is one of the eligible country entitled to benefit from
Programme support. The Programme intervention in the country is governed by a
nationally-developed theory of change.
The priority areas for
this Call for Proposals are taken from the nationally-developed
theory of change (pre-requisites) and were approved in June 2019 by the Uganda
Technical Committee, composed of members from the Uganda Ministry
of Water and Environment (Forestry Sector Support
Department and National Forestry Authority), European Union Delegation and FAO.
This call for proposals will address those priorities. Deadline: 13 October 2019
The CFC
calls for proposals that advance commodity development in its member countries.
Funding is targeted mainly to for-profit organizations and social enterprises
for production, value chains, and marketing across a wide group of commodities
(agricultural crops, tree crops, timber, bamboo and rattan, minerals, and
others). This 15th call for proposals has a deadline on 15 October 2019.
The Embassy of France supports
local organizations and calls for the submission of project proposals. The project
can be related to environmental issues or other issues, as long as they benefit
disadvantaged communities or social groups. This year, two grants of PHP300
thousand and PHP100 thousand will be awarded. Eligibility extends to locally
recognized organizations, associated to the activities collectively implemented
by the network of Franco-Philippine’s associations. The application deadline is
01 November 2019.
APN launches its 2019 call for proposals. The Collaborative Regional
Research Programme (CRRP) supports research on physical, biological, and human
dimensions of change in the Earth’s systems. The Capacity Development Programme
(CAPaBLE) focuses on training, awareness raising, and partnerships. APN lists
priority research topics for each of South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, and
Oceania. Applications can be submitted by researchers, academics, and
practitioners working at institutions based in APN member countries and
approved countries. For both programs, the deadline to submit summary proposals
is 10 November 2019.
The Commission of the
African Union is committed to support the use and development of science,
technology and innovation in Africa and has, since 2008 been running the African
Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence (AUKNASE).
These awards are in memory of the Great Pan-Africanist and First
President of the Republic of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, a firm believer in African
liberation and unity! A man who pursued a revolutionary pan-African policy, with
a strong vision extending beyond national boundaries, for the creation of a new
Africa, “a federal union of African states”. He is among the key founding fathers
of the then Organization of African Unity in 1963, an important pan-Africanist organization,
which later become the African Union in 2002. Today the “dream and determination”
of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah inspires Africa in all facets of development. Deadline: 10 November 2019
Agribusiness
European Union — Support for Entrepreneurs in the MENA Region
The Next Society launches its 3rd call for applications to join the Start-up Booster Track, a program that offers tailor-made support to Mediterranean startups. Participants will learn how to raise fund through workshops and training. The track is open for innovative early-stage startups with products or services in the following areas: Tech & Software, Food, Environment, Energy, Health, Social & Culture. Start-ups need to be established in Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, or Tunisia to be eligible. The deadline for applications is 15 October 2019.
U.S. Agency for International
Development — Development Innovation Ventures
Support to research in the natural and social sciences
The International Foundation for Science (IFS) requests you to help circulate the IFS 2020 call for Basic Research Grants applications (up to 15 000 USD) and Renewal Grants applications (up to 12 000 USD) which is now open. Applicants who have not received an IFS grant before can apply for the Basic Research Grant. IFS grantees can apply for the Renewal Grant. IFS supports research in the natural and social sciences that is innovative and/or relevant to local or national development needs and problems, and that aim to generate fundamental and/or applicable scientific knowledge. Applications must be written in English. Deadline: 30th November 2019
USAID sponsors Development
Innovation Ventures (DIV) to identify, develop, test, and scale innovative
approaches in development. DIV’s portfolio includes projects across the range
of USAID’s program areas — including in agriculture, energy, climate change,
water, waste management, and others related to natural resources and
environment. Applicants may apply for any of the three following stages: Proof
of Concept (Up to US$200 thousand for up to 3 years), Testing and Positioning
for Scale (US$200 thousand to $1.5 million for up to 3 years), and Scaling
(US$1.5 million to US$5 million for up to 5 years). Proposals are accepted
year-round, from any type of organization (including private businesses,
faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, foundations, civic
groups, regional organizations, and international organizations), in any
country.
BBSRC
seeks collaborative research projects involving collaborative research with at
least one company and one research-base partner through the ‘Stand-alone’ LINK
scheme. Case Studies from the LINKS scheme include the themes of agriculture,
sustainable energy and climate change. Applicants from industry and
academia can request a maximum of £1 million per project. Projects must be based
in the UK, however, where a suitable company cannot be found in the UK, an
overseas company may be used. Applications must be submitted by 02 October 2019.
The Next Society launches its 3rd
call for applications to join the Start-up Booster Track, a program that offers
tailor-made support to Mediterranean startups. Participants will learn how to
raise fund through workshops and training. The track is open for innovative
early-stage startups with products or services in the following areas: Tech
& Software, Food, Environment, Energy, Health, Social & Culture.
Start-ups need to be established in Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon,
Morocco, Palestine, or Tunisia to be eligible. The deadline for
applications is 15 October 2019.
The Global Water
Partnership-Caribbean invites young Caribbean entrepreneurs (18-34 years) to
submit innovative water-related project ideas to the “Young Caribbean Water
Entrepreneurs Shark Tank Competition.” Project ideas(1) Water and Climate;
(2) Water and Agriculture; (3) Water and Health; (4) Water and Energy; (5)
Water and Tourism. Participants will have the opportunity to pitch their ideas
for a chance to secure seed funding of €4 thousand should focus on water
resources management in the Caribbean region and focus on one of five thematic
areas:. The deadline for submission of project ideas is
15 October 2019.
Dining
for Women makes grants to non-profit organizations that support women and girls
living in extreme poverty in developing countries. Thematic areas include
access to clean water and sanitation, food security, and education, among
other themes. Applicants may request between US$35 thousand to US$50 thousand.
Eligibility extends to US 5.01(c)3 corporations or international organisations
with a fiscal sponsor which is a US 5.01(c)3 corporation. Dining for Women has
two annual grant cycles. The submission deadlines for 2019 are 24 April
and 24 October 2019.
Chivas Venture provides start-ups
and social entrepreneurs with project funding. Past projects include projects
in the thematic areas of plastic waste, agriculture, and other environmental or
humanitarian themes. 20 Finalists will participate in a 3-day Accelerator
Program in London and the winners share a total of US$1 million in funding.
Registered for-profit entities from all around the world are eligible to apply.
Applications close on 31 October 2019.
Euromena Consulting invites
applications for the 3rd Euromena Awards – Sub-Saharan Africa Edition. The
awards are intended for companies or innovative projects with social, economic,
environmental and/or societal impact. To be eligible, the startup must be based
in a sub-saharan country. The three winners will receive 6 months of customized
business consulting (coaching, mentorship, and advisory services), plus
financial rewards – 1st place €5 thousand; 2nd place €3 thousand; 3rd place €2
thousand. Applications are invited until the end of October.
The
Rescued Tools Foundation (Stichting Gered Gereedschap) collects and refurbishes
discarded tools and small items of equipment in the Netherlands for the benefit
of recipients in Sub-Saharan Africa. The priority countries are Uganda,
Malawi, Tanzania and Ghana. The Foundation favors projects that offer
opportunities for women, marginalized groups, co-operatives, and ecological
awareness and environmental protection. Organizations that meet the
Foundation’s criteria for assistance can fill out an application form.
Misereor
is the international development agency of the Catholic Church in Germany. Its
mission is to fight hunger, disease, poverty, and other forms of human
suffering in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Issues and themes include climate
change and justice; food security and agriculture; access to land; energy for
the poor; and extractive industries. Misereor posts guidelines in multiple
languages regarding how to request funding support. Applications can be
sent at any time.
Bio-diversity, Environment, Climate
change
Collaborate
Pacific aims to support effective governance, leadership, regional cooperation,
and sustainable development in the Pacific. The fund supports small scale
activities in the thematic priority areas: Agriculture, Climate Change, Oceans
and Fisheries, Renewable Energy, and many other development priorities. Funding
can cover travel (including transport, accommodation, and meals) and event
costs (including hosting costs). Pacific Island citizens, NGOs, government
agencies, and civil society are encouraged to apply. Applications are
accepted on a rolling basis.
The
Development Related Infrastructure Investment Vehicle (DRIVE) is a program of
Dutch support for infrastructural projects in the areas of water; climate; food
security; and sexual and reproductive health and rights. The program offers
funding support to entrepreneurs worldwide for construction projects in the
eligible DRIVE subject areas and countries. Funding ranges from €5 million to
€60 million. Applications are accepted and reviewed on a continuous
basis.
In
partnership with Microsoft, the National Geographic Society seeks proposals
from around the world that focus on the use of artificial intelligence and
machine learning to better monitor and manage Earth’s natural systems for a
more sustainable future. The grants will support the creation and deployment of
open source trained models and algorithms in the focus core areas of climate
change, agriculture, and water. Proposals may request US$5 thousand to US$100
thousand. The deadline for this RFP is 09 October 2019.
The German Academic Exchange
Service (DAAD) seeks African researchers for a new postdoc program in
application-oriented research on climate change. The program supports capacity
building and collaborative research activities in the following areas: Agriculture,
Land Use, Biodiversity, Food Security, Marine Science, Energy, Water Security,
Woodland and Forest Sustainability. The fellowship consists of a flat-rate
travel allowance, research funding of up to €10 thousand, and a monthly
allowance of €800. The fellowship awards are for a period of 12 to 24 months.
The deadline for applications is 11 October 2019.
Future Ready ASEAN is an online
platform with learning tracks to foster digital skills, in particular computer
science. The FutureReady ASEAN Competition invites ASEAN youth to develop a
blog site on a pressing challenge in the ASEAN region across one of the four
following sub-themes: Agriculture, Biodiversity, Climate Change, Water. The
competition is open to all ASEAN youth aged 15 to 35. The finalists will be
invited to present their blog at a final event in Bangkok, Thailand (28-29
November 2019). The winner receives US$2 thousand. Submissions close on 13 October 2019.
BBSRC
accepts applications for strategic training awards of up to 12 months in duration
to support research capability addressing current global challenges. The
purpose of this call is to build a portfolio of sustainable training resources
in research priority areas, focusing on sustainable development in developing
countries. Focus areas include sustainable energy; clean air, water and
sanitation; resilience to long-term environmental change; sustainable marine
resources and agriculture, among others. A total of up to £500 thousand is
available to support the training activities. GCRF-STARS applications should be
co-created and delivered through training partnerships between the UK partner
and organisations from developing countries. Applications must be submitted
by 16 October 2019.
The International Research &
Exchanges Board (IREX) seeks applications for its Community Solutions Program
(CSP) 2020–2021 with an aim to improve communities by addressing issues related
to the environment, among others. The Community Solutions Program is a
year-long professional development program with a four-month fellowship in the
United States. To be eligible, applicants must be between the ages of 25 and 38
(as of 01 January 2020). Eligible countries from Africa, Eastern Europe, East
Asia and the Pacific, South and Central Asia, and Latin America are listed in
the announcement. Applications must be submitted by 30
October 2019.
The First
Solar Corporate Charitable Fund seeks to improve the quality of life in
communities around the world. Priority areas are “green” education; access to
clean energy and water in underserved areas; and the development of innovative
and sustainable technologies. In support of these objectives, the Fund donates
solar modules and systems. Applications may also include a request for a grant
(US$10 thousand to US$15 thousand) to help with project support. The next
deadlines for proposals are 01 May, 01 August and 01 November.
UN Women
offers free online courses across many subject areas through the global online
platform for training for gender equality. Courses include the ‘2030
Agenda for Sustainable Development and Gender Equality’ which is directed to
government representatives and public servants, officials from the UN System
and other international organizations, Civil Society Organizations
representatives, academics and general public. Many of the courses are free to
take part. Deadline for the Sustainable Development and Gender Equality course
is 31 December 2019.
Fellowships/scholarships/grants
Support to research in the natural and social sciences
The International Foundation for Science (IFS) requests you to help circulate the IFS 2020 call for Basic Research Grants applications (up to 15 000 USD) and Renewal Grants applications (up to 12 000 USD) which is now open. Applicants who have not received an IFS grant before can apply for the Basic Research Grant. IFS grantees can apply for the Renewal Grant. IFS supports research in the natural and social sciences that is innovative and/or relevant to local or national development needs and problems, and that aim to generate fundamental and/or applicable scientific knowledge. Applications must be written in English. Deadline: 30th November 2019
Living
Lakes is a global network of partnership organizations to protect lakes,
wetlands, and other freshwater sources and their catchment areas. The network
takes an ecosystems approach to include biodiversity conservation and support
for local livelihoods, e.g., in agriculture, fisheries, tourism, etc. Living
Lakes does not make project grants, but it offers network assistance to
members. Members are able to include their projects and proposals in the Living
Lakes portfolio for the attention of potential donors and sponsors. Members may
also apply for assistance to participate in the meetings, workshops, and
conferences of Living Lakes — and to seek other forms of networking and
training support. Applications can be submitted at any time.
RUFORUM’s
program for Graduate Training Assistantships (GTA) grants support for 325 PhD
training opportunities during the next four years. The GTA aims to improve the
quality of higher education and increase the pool of PhD academic staff in
RUFORUM’s member universities by facilitating cross-university PhD studies and
teaching. Applicants need to be nominated for PhD training by his/her university.
RUFORUM Secretariat assists in facilitating placement of the nominated staff to
universities with the appropriate fields of the required training. The
GTA accepts rolling applications (no deadline).
The
International Foundation makes grants in subject areas that include
agriculture, water and sanitation, environment, and several others. Grants are
to nonprofit tax-exempt charitable organizations in the USA. Most grant
recipients are small and medium NGOs in the USA engaged in international
development assistance. Grants are up to US$25 thousand for projects of one
year. There are no calendar deadlines for applications.
The
Foundation Fiat Panis supports master and doctoral theses during their
fieldwork. The main objective of this grant is to promote research projects
which are likely to contribute to an improvement in the nutritional situation
of people in developing countries. Applications for research support can be
submitted by professors, directors, and doctoral supervisors. This program is
ongoing and informal. There is no formal calendar deadline.
The
Nippon Foundation makes its overseas grants to nonprofit organizations based
outside of Japan. This refers to local, regional, and international NGOs and
other nonprofit organizations, including educational and research institutions.
Past projects and education/training include examples in small-scale
agriculture and natural resources. There is no minimum or maximum grant
size. There is no application deadline.
Esri is
an international supplier of Geographic Information System (GIS) software, web
GIS, and geodatabase management applications. Esri offers free or discounted
GIS software, hardware, data, training, and services to support groups and
individuals working for social and environmental benefit. Esri’s Conservation
Grant Program makes GIS grants to non-profit organizations, programs, and
individuals active in public service and nature conservation in any
country. There are no grant cycles or deadlines.
Are you a
scientist or engineer? Do you want to learn first-hand about policymaking? To
contribute your knowledge and analytical skills for better government services?
Then apply now for AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships!
Science
& Technology Policy Fellows serve yearlong assignments in the federal
government and represent a broad range of backgrounds, disciplines, and career
stages.
Specific
to international development, there are multiple Science & Technology
Policy Fellows serving in USAID to support digital
development programs. USAID Fellows can also stay on as Fellows for an
additional two more years.
The Breakthrough Institute makes
research fellowships to non-resident research collaborators with the
Breakthrough Institute’s research program. The Institute supports research in
energy, conservation, agriculture, with new approaches to major environmental
and development challenges. The Research Fellowship runs for 8 weeks, totaling
US$5 thousand. Applicants should possess a Master’s degree at minimum.
Fellowships are open to applicants from any country. Applications are
considered on a rolling basis.
The Noel Buxton Trust makes grants
up to £5 thousand per year for up to three years for projects in Africa that
promote economic development, or that support the care of street children. Past
recent projects in the theme of economic development include examples in
livestock raising, aquaculture, and credit for women-led businesses. The Trust
especially welcomes applications in support of initiatives that help build
sustainable futures in the semi-arid areas of Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Uganda,
Sudan and South Sudan. The Trust invites applications from registered civil
society organisations in Africa, and from UK-based charities for projects in
the priority countries. Applications can be submitted at any time.
Tools with a Mission (TWAM)
supports livelihood projects in Dem Rep Congo, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and
Zimbabwe. The program ships tools and school books to registered charities and
NGOs either working in Africa or based in Africa. Organizations can apply for
different kits, including the Agricultural Tool Kit, the Electricians Kit, and
the Plumbers Tool Kit. TWAM lists the available equipment and books on its
website. There is no application deadline.
The Netherlands Organization for
Cooperation in Higher Education (NUFFIC) calls for joint proposals for Orange
Knowledge institutional collaboration projects. The program aims to strengthen
professionals and organisations from developing countries through education and
training. The maximum available funding for this call falls between the amounts
of €600 thousand and €2.2 million (depending on the call for proposals).
Programs include subjects in energy and food security. Application deadlines
vary by country (please check carefully), with remaining deadlines in September and October 2019.
The DAAD
offers scholarships to qualified individuals from eligible developing countries
for post-graduate studies at German universities in development-related
subjects. The program (EPOS) is open to individuals who completed their
previous academic degrees no longer than six years previously; who have at
least two years of professional experience; and who are nationals of countries
receiving official development assistance (DAC list of the OECD). The available
courses range across water resources; renewable energy; land management and
tenure; agricultural sciences; forest sciences; ecology; nature conservation;
environmental governance; and many others. Most scholarship deadlines for the
2020-2021 intake fall between August 2019 through December 2019, varying by courses (check
carefully).
The Netherlands Enterprise Agency, the SDG
Partnership facility (SDGP), and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs aim to help
achieve the following sustainable development goals in developing countries.
Focus areas under this call include promoting economic growth in the
agricultural and fisheries sector through sustainable and climate-resilient
food production systems, among others. Applicants can apply for a subsidy of
min. €500 thousand and max. €3 million per project. The main applicant has to
be a Dutch organization but local partnerships with NGOs, companies, or
government agencies are required to be eligible. The deadline for concept notes
is 01 October 2019.
Dining for Women makes grants to
non-profit organizations that support women and girls living in extreme poverty
in developing countries. Thematic areas include access to clean water and
sanitation, food security, and education, among other themes. Applicants may
request between US$35 thousand to US$50 thousand. Eligibility extends to US
5.01(c)3 corporations or international organisations with a fiscal sponsor.
Dining for Women has two annual grant cycles. The next grant cycle is open from
01-24 October 2019.
The
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program supports non-degree academic study and
related professional experiences in the U.S. for experienced professionals from
countries that are undergoing development or political transition. Fellows are
hosted at universities in the USA. Program fields include agriculture and rural
development; natural resources, environmental policy, and climate change; and
many others. Applications are made through the U.S. Embassies or Binational
Fulbright Commissions in eligible countries, with varying deadlines. The
embassies and commissions submit their nominations before 01 October to the Institute of International
Education office in Washington, DC.
Grinnell
College invites nominations for the 2020 Grinnell Prize. The Grinnell Prize of
US$100 thousand will be awarded to individuals who show creativity, commitment,
and extraordinary accomplishment in effecting positive social change. Past
nominations have spanned a diversity of social issues related to agriculture
and hunger relief, conservation and environment, and many other thematic areas.
Nominees may be nationals of any country who have earned a bachelor’s degree
(or equivalent) between 2003 and 2019. The closing date for nominations
is 07 October 2019.
The Mo
Ibrahim Foundation financially supports the Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship
position in the African Development Bank. The Fellowship allows talented
individuals to increase and enhance their professional capacity, with the
intention of contributing to the governance and development of their countries.
The priority for the 2020 selection of the Mo Ibrahim Fellow includes energy
(“lighting up and powering Africa”); agriculture (“feeding Africa”); and
others. The Fellowship is for young professionals, mid-career, and/or new
executives who are nationals of an African country, residing anywhere in the
world. The application deadline is 14 October 2019.
Why would you want to know more about landscape governance?
Because it helps you to make your landscape more sustainable and inclusive.
Wageningen University and Global Landscapes Forum are organising a new course
on Landscape Governance. Scholarships are available, but only if applied for
before October 15th.
Echoing Green helps emerging social entrepreneurs around the world with
grants of seed capital and technical assistance to support their start-up organizations.
Past fellowships include examples in renewable energy, waste management,
smallholder farming, climate change, and other societal challenges in
developing countries. The next application period is 18 September through 16 October 2019.
GlobalGiving
is an online platform to raise funds for grassroots projects worldwide across
many sectors and themes – including in agriculture, energy, environment, and
natural resources. GlobalGiving announces a new Accelerator program that will
offer virtual training in online fundraising and participation in a two-week
crowdfunding campaign. The program is open to nonprofit organizations anywhere
in the world. Organizations that successfully complete the GlobalGiving
Accelerator by raising at least US$5 thousand total from a minimum 40 different
donors will earn permanent membership with GlobalGiving, in addition to
publicity and bonus prizes. The next application deadline is 18 October 2019.
The International Centre for
development-oriented Research in Agriculture (ICRA) supports education and
capacity strengthening in agriculture and the rural sector in the developing
world. ICRA offers specialized training courses each year. For 2020,
applications are invited for courses in subjects that include (i) education for
youth employment in the agri-sector; (ii) coaching partnerships for inclusive
agribusiness; (iii) agri-food research; and (iv) agribusiness for sustainable
profit. ICRA courses qualify for scholarships through the Orange Knowledge
Programme and the MENA Scholarship Programme provided by the Dutch government.
Information on eligibility and how to apply is provided on the ICRA scholarship
page. Individuals wishing to apply for these scholarships should apply before 21 October 2019.
The
CGIAR Research Program on Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM) is issuing
a call for proposals for research projects that
help identify political economy constraints to food system transformation and
offer recommendations for tackling those constraints. PIM will support up to
three projects under this call, with a maximum amount of $50,000 allocated to
each one. The duration of the proposed project will be approximately 18 months,
starting in January 2020. Additional resources may be available in 2021,
although no decision can be made on this until the final quarter of 2020. The deadline
for submission is 25 October 2019.
The Earth
Institute at Columbia University invites applications for 2-year postdoctoral
fellowships that contribute to understanding critical scientific and social
issues in global sustainable development. Specific areas of research include
food security, energy systems, climate change, poverty reduction, disease, and
environmental degradation. The multi-disciplinary program is open to U.S. and
non-U.S. citizens who received their doctoral degrees within five years of
beginning their appointments. The deadline for applications is 30 October 2019.
The International Fund for
Agricultural Development (IFAD) seeks proposals for grants to implement
inclusive red meat value chains for women and youth farmers in Eastern and
Southern Africa. The IFAD will support livestock development in the targeted
countries Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The grant amount under this
call is up to US$2 million. The applicant must ensure a minimum counterpart
contribution of 50%. Deadline for the submission of applications is 30 October 2019.
The German Academic Exchange
Service (DAAD) offers scholarships for Masters and Doctoral Studies in Poverty,
Land & Agrarian Studies at the Institute for Poverty, Land & Agrarian
Studies (PLAAS), University of the Western Cape (UWC). The scholarship covers
tuition fees, travel, and a monthly living allowance. The scholarship is aimed
at young candidates, mid-career professionals, researchers and university staff
from Africa. The application process contains two steps with two separate
application deadlines. The PLAAS application deadline (first step) is 31 October 2019.
The European Commission seeks to
contribute to the sustainable improvement of rural households and their
food security in Madagascar. The objective of this call for proposals is to
intensify and diversify sustainable agriculture, strengthen agro-ecological
products, and invest in the agriculture and wood energy sectors. Grants under
this call range from €800 thousand to €3.5 million. Eligibility extends to
non-profit organizations established in the EU or Sub-Saharan Africa. The
deadline for applications is 31 October 2019.
The Japan Africa Scholarship (JADS)
Program, funded by the Government of Japan, provides a two-year scholarship to
African students for post-graduate studies in Japan. JADS core areas of study
focus include energy, agriculture, and environmental sustainability, among
others. The scholarship program provides tuition, a monthly living stipend,
round-trip airfare, health insurance, and travel allowance. The program is open
to students who have gained admission to an approved Masters degree course at a
Japanese partner university. Candidates should be 35 years old or younger.
Application deadline for the April/September 2020 intake is 31 October 2019.
The Swiss
Government Excellence Scholarships aim to promote international exchange and
research cooperation between Switzerland and over 180 other countries. Thematic
areas for post-graduate scientific research include Agriculture, Biodiversity
and Sustainability, and Poverty Reduction, among others. Eligibility extends to
young researchers from all around the world who have completed a master’s
degree or PhD. Application deadlines vary by country (please check carefully).
Prepare your application by 01 November 2019.
The
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) invites individuals dedicated to a career in
international development to submit an application. Fellows receive
training and support CRS’ work in various sectors such as
agriculture/livelihoods, health, water and sanitation, emergency response, or
micro-financing. CRS offers 20-30 fellowships each year. Each fellow is placed
in one of CRS’ overseas country programs for a 12-month fellowship. The
application will be open through 01 November 2019.
ETH
Zurich makes competitive grants in two programs sponsored by its World Food
System Center. They are: (i) Sustainability in Food Value Chains (Cooperative
Research Program); and (ii) Organic Production Systems for Food Security
(Mercator Research Program). Principal Investigators must be current members of
the World Food System Center. Co-applicants can be from other research
institutions in Switzerland or other countries. The deadline for proposals
is 01 November 2019.
The Government of the Democratic
Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and the Government of India invite proposals
for joint research projects in the following scientific areas (relevant to
TVG): Food Technology; Plant based medicines; Renewable Energy; Waste
Management. The fund will cover research expenses, exchange of visits for
research projects, and workshops. The deadline for the submission of proposals
is 04 November 2019.
The
Chevening Scholarships provide full or partial funding for full-time courses at
postgraduate level, normally a one-year master’s degree, in any subject at any
UK university. Chevening Scholars come from 150 countries, excluding the USA
and the EU. Applicants complete the application forms for their chosen
universities. The available courses include subjects such as agriculture,
conservation, climate change, and others. The current application closes 05 November 2019.
The
Scottish Government’s International Development Small Grants Programme provides
project funding in support of the government’s International Development
Policy. Applications for grants are invited from incorporated not-for-profit
organisations which have a presence in Scotland and an annual turnover of less
than £250 thousand. Project grants should focus on any of Malawi, Rwanda, or
Zambia in themes of food security; renewable energy; climate change; water; and
others. Grants for capacity building and feasibility studies will be accepted
in relation to any country designated as medium/low on the UN’s Human
Development Index — but with priority for Malawi, Rwanda, and Zambia. Awards
are a maximum of £15 thousand for one-year feasibility studies and capacity
building initiatives. The application deadline is 08 November 2019.
UK Aid
Match supports collaborations between charities, the British public and the UK
government. UK Aid Match welcomes applications for funding from charities and
non-profit organisations in support of projects aimed at the poorest people in
developing countries. For every £1 donated to a UK Aid Match charity appeal,
the UK government will provide equal match funding, up to £2 million. Only UK
based charities are eligible to apply but projects have to be implemented in
low-income development countries. The deadline for submissions is 12 November 2019.
The European Commission seeks to
reduce carbon emissions resulting from deforestation and poor agricultural
practices. The objective of this call is to improve the climate resilience of
subsistence farmers in Timor-Leste through the application of rural climate
smart practices and reforestation in targeted rural areas. The grants requested
under this call can be up to €2.7 million. Eligibility extends to non-profit
organizations in a Member State of the European Union or Timor-Leste. Please be
aware that lead applicants from the EU must have a local co-applicant. The
deadline for submission of concept notes is 12 November
2019.
The P4G Partnership Fund provides
financial support and targeted assistance to public-private partnerships that
implement strategies to achieve the following five Sustainable Development
Goals: Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture; Water and Sanitation; Clean
Energy; Sustainable Cities; and Sustainable Consumption. Start-up projects may
apply for up to US$100 thousand, scale-up projects may apply for up to US$1
million. Projects have to be implemented in a developing country. Eligibility
extends to partnerships of at least two non-profit organizations. The deadline
for submission of projects is 14 November 2019.
The WAAW Foundation supports
African women who seek a STEM-focused college education. Applicants have to be
under 32 years old and be enrolled in undergraduate B.S.degree program at a
University or college in Africa. Eligible courses include Agriculture, Biology,
Botany, Environmental Science, Natural Science, Zoology and many other fields.
Application closes on 15 November 2019.
The
RGS-IBG makes grants for geographical research, fieldwork, and teaching that
include several awards with deadlines in November. The application deadline is
10 November for the Journey of a Lifetime Award. The deadline is 23 November
for the Ralph Brown Expedition Award; Thesiger-Oman International Research
Fellowships; Walters Kundert Fellowship; Dudley Stamp Memorial Award; Rob
Potter Award; Postgraduate Research Awards; and Geographical Club Award. The
deadline is 30 November for the Neville Shulman Challenge Award.
DAAD
co-fund research grants for qualified applicants from Brazil. The aim of the
programme is to s to promote research projects within the context of doctoral
studies. The programme accepts doctoral candidates at universities in Brazil,
who have been awarded a domestic scholarship from CAPES (Co-funder). Subject
areas include natural sciences and agriculture. The domestic doctoral
scholarships will be paid by CAPES during the research stay in Germany, and
DAAD will co-fund a monthly payment of €650, health, accident and personal
liability insurance cover, and travel allowance. The application deadline
is 02 December 2019.
The TSL Schools Sustainability
Challenge is a video contest for schools around the world. Schools are invited
to create a short video (max. 3 minutes) showcasing their best
sustainability-related project. The winning school is awarded with a cash prize
of £500. Schools have to register a Teacher Champion to participate. The
deadline for video entries is 20 December 2019.
Mobility
grants allow researchers and students to build personal contacts and
relationships for collaborations between institutions. Mobility grants can be
awarded to young scientists who hold a Bachelor or Master’s degree and with not
more than 6 years of professional research experience. Activities may include
field work and/or an internship in relation to the applicant’s research
project. The call is open for activities in all scientific disciplines and
fields of research. Priority countries under this call are: Egypt,
Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Qatar, Tunisia and the United Arab Emirates. Mobility
visit should have a minimum duration of 4 weeks and not exceed CHF 5 thousand.
Applications will be accepted until 31 December 2019.
Right
Sharing of World Resources (RSWR) makes seed grants to support
income-generating projects led by women. RSWR’s current priorities are
grassroots organizations selected states and districts of India; Quaker groups
in Kenya and Sierra Leone. Projects include many in the production and sale of
fruits and vegetables; meat and milk; grain crops; fish; fuelwood; and other
enterprises associated with small-scale agriculture and rural livelihoods. RSWR
provides micro-credits of up to US$5,500 for one year projects. The next application
deadline is 31 December 2019.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars
Program funds citizens from Sub-Saharan Africa for Master graduate studies at
McGill University, Canada. The eligible fields of study under this program
include Food Science & Agricultural Chemistry; Animal Science; Biotechnology;
and many others. The program offers full scholarships to economically
challenged students. The deadline for applications is 31
January 2020.
The United States–South Pacific
Scholarship Program provides opportunities for university studies (masters and
bachelors degrees) at the University of Hawai‘i in fields that are relevant to
the development needs of Pacific island countries. Priority areas of study
include agriculture, environmental studies, and many others. Candidates from
the following countries, who meet specific selection criteria, are eligible to
apply: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Samoa,
Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu. The application deadline is 01 February 2020.
The Finnish Government offers
scholarships of 3-9 months for Doctoral studies and research at Finnish
universities or public research institutes. The Scholarship Pool program is
open to young researchers from all academic fields, including agriculture and
forestry, environmental sciences, veterinary medicine, and many others.
Nationals from China, Cuba, Egypt, Mexico, Mongolia, Namibia, Peru, South
Korea, Turkey, Ukraine, Uruguay, and some developed countries are eligible to
apply. The scholarship includes a monthly allowance of € 1,500. Travel expenses
are not covered by the program. The next deadline for the nomination of
scholarship candidates is 15 February 2020. (Important:
Applicants may contact the scholarship authorities in their home country for
information on the national deadline for submitting an application.)
Candidates who are interested in
conducting postdoctoral research at the Jacob Blaustein Institutes for Desert
Research in Israel are invited to apply for fellowships. Research topics
include desert ecology, solar energy, environmental physics, architecture and
urban planning, rainfed and irrigated agriculture, hydrology, aquaculture,
environmental microbiology, desalination and water treatment, and
biotechnology. The current value of a the BCSC fellowship is US$25 thousand.
Candidates should first select a topic of interest and identify a prospective
supervisor. Applications are open worldwide. The application deadline is 02 March 2020.
The
Nestlé Foundation supports research in human nutrition in low-income and lower
middle-income countries. In relation to agriculture, the Foundation will
consider research on food policy, food production, and food technology if the
intervention has high potential for improved nutritional status and public
health. The Foundation offers training grants, pilot grants, and full project
grants. Priority is for proposals submitted by researchers in developing
countries, or jointly with partners in developed countries. A Letter of Intent
(LOI) can be submitted at any time of the year. The deadlines for full grant
applications are 10 January and 10 May 2020.
Humboldt
Foundation is seeking applications from Young Climate Experts for its
International Climate Protection Fellowship.
With
the International Climate Protection Fellowships, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation enables
prospective leaders in academia and industry to implement a research based
proposal in the field of climate protection or climate-related resource
conservation during a one-year stay in Germany.
Up to 20
International Climate Protection Fellowships are granted annually, funded under
the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and
Nuclear Safety’s (BMU) International Climate Initiative. The fellowships target
prospective leaders from non European transition and developing countries.
Deadline: 1 March 2020
The MAN
Impact Accelerator seeks social entrepreneurs from Europe, South Africa, and
Brazil to tackle social and environmental challenges through innovative
solutions in the transport and logistics industry. Social businesses and
startups in the key areas agriculture, data analytics (including environmental
data), sensors, among others, are invited to apply. The program provides
indirect grants and support of up to US$50 thousand (no equity or cash) for
each startup. This also includes free access to coaches and mentors as well as
to software and data perks. The application deadline is 01 October 2020.
AWARDS and O T H E R.
Obada-Prize
is an international award, endowed by the Natural Sciences Publishing.
Initiated as a recognition of his excellence Professor Abdel-Shafy Obada. The
Obada-Prize recognizes and encourages innovative and interdisciplinary research
that cuts across traditional boundaries and paradigms.
The International Food Policy Research
Institute (IFPRI) seeks short videos (1-2 minutes) for the “My Food our Future”
video contest. The video should offer ideas and solutions to access healthy and
affordable diets. Young filmmakers from all around the world have the chance to
win a US$500 prepaid gift card. The competition is open to young filmmakers
between the ages of 10 and 25. The deadline for submissions is 01 October 2019.
Acumen, with funding from the
Rockefeller Foundation, invites students from all around the world to submit
innovative solutions to problems associated with poverty. Ideas are invited in
five themes, including Food & Agriculture, and Energy. Winning teams are
eligible to receive up to US$20 thousand in project funding. Eligibility
extends to teams of two people or more, with at least one team member actively
enrolled at a higher education institution. Participants have to register for the
Lean Startup online course before 15 October 2019.
The
Carmignac Photojournalism Award aims to support a journalistic and photographic
project which shows the human, social and ecological challenges the Democratic
Republic of the Congo (DRC) faces today. The contest is open to photojournalism
projects that explore humanitarian issues, human-wildlife conflicts, the exploitation
of natural resources (including mining, freshwater, deforestation), and other
conflicts relevant to the DR Congo. The winner will receive a €50 thousand
grant to carry out a 6-month field report. Submissions will be received
until 16 October 2019.
The
Society of Chemical Industry awards travel bursaries to young PhD students.
There are various schemes available, some related to agriculture and life
sciences. Applicants will have preference if they wish to travel outside
their country of residence, especially if they wish to work in a laboratory
abroad. Next deadline cycle for the AJ Banks Award (Food science), and the
Messel Award (Chemical science including all life sciences) is 31 October 2019.
The
Mahathir Science Award recognizes scientists, institutions or organisations
worldwide who have made contributions and innovations towards solving problems
in the tropics through science and technology. This award accepts nominations
in the following fields: Tropical Agriculture; Tropical Architecture and
Engineering; Tropical Medicine; and Tropical Natural Resources. The winner
receives US$100 thousand, a gold medal and a certificate. The nomination for
the award closes on 31 October 2019.
The Commonwealth Youth Awards for
Excellence in Development Work recognize individuals ages 15 to 29 who lead
innovative development projects in themes that include agriculture, small
enterprise, skills training, climate change, environmental protection, sustainable
livelihoods, and poverty reduction. The program selects regional winners from
each of Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Pacific. Winners are awarded
grants of up to £3 thousand in total to advance their projects. The
application deadline is 31 October 2019.
The Khwarizmi International Award recognizes outstanding scientific
achievements made by researchers, inventors, and innovators from all over the
world. The disciplinary fields include Agriculture, Natural Resources, Animal
Sciences & Veterinary Medicine, Biotechnology, Green Technologies, among
others. The deadline for submission is 01 November
2019.
The
African Union (AU) honors outstanding African scientists through the Kwame
Nkrumah Scientific Awards. The awards program is implemented at national level
for young researchers; regional level for women scientists; and continental
level open to all scientists. The current announcement calls for submissions at
the African continental level to recognize outstanding science, for which it
awards a prize of US$100 thousand. In addition, the AU makes regional awards of
US$20 thousand to female scientists. The closing date for submissions is 10 November 2019.
The D-Prize funds pilot projects
that more widely distribute relatively low-cost products and services in the
fight against poverty. The current challenges include social enterprises for
innovations in specified themes of agriculture; energy; and several other
categories. The D-Prize will award up to US$20 thousand to social enterprises
that are successful in their pilot phases. Eligibility to compete extends to
entrepreneurs anywhere in the world, and of any age or background. The D-Prize
invites concept notes before 10 November 2019.
The iF
Social Impact Prize aims to publish and support design projects that contribute
to solving urgent challenges and help to improve living conditions in the
developing world. Solutions should already be established and help to solve
well known issues in any category of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The
best projects will share a cash prize of €50 thousand in total. Eligibility
extends to non-profit organizations, companies and foundations. There is no
deadline and projects can be submitted on a continuous basis. The winners will
be decided after 05 June and 20 November each year.
Nominations
are open for the 2019 Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND)
International Prize. The Subject of the 2019 Prince Talal International Prize
is “Ensure access to water and sanitation for all”. Projects should highlight
best practices which aim to improve the living conditions of the poor and
disadvantaged with particular emphasis on women and children. (Note: This may
include one or more categories of the Terra Viva Grants Directory.) The winners
receive between US$400 thousand and US$100 thousand (depending on their
category). Eligibility extends to UN Development Agencies, NGOs, government
ministries, public institutions, social business enterprises and individuals.
There are no geographical restrictions. Nominations are accepted until 30 November 2019.
The Right Livelihood Awards are
annually made to individuals and organizations offering practical and exemplary
answers to the most urgent challenges facing us today. The Award is sometimes
referred to as the “Alternative Nobel Prize.” Past laureates include several
whose work in issues of environment and natural resources advances social
justice and grassroots development in the developing world. Normally, the
Foundation makes three cash awards and one honorary award each year.
Nominations are invited from anyone worldwide (excluding self-nominations,
close relatives, and Foundation staff and jury). The deadline for proposals is 01 March of each year.
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