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WAAW FOUNDATION 2016 Scholarship for need-based Female African students

by lanredahunsi August 1, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 30th 2015

Working to Advance STEM Education for African Women (WAAW) is pleased to announce its 2016 scholarships, offering $500/year for need-based female African students admitted to a University, College or institute of higher learning in Africa. WAAW Foundation is a U.S. based non-profit organization focused on Working to Advance STEM Education for African Women.

WAAW promotes Science and Technology education among African girls, and works to ensure they are engaged in technology innovation for Africa.

Eligibility:

- Female students of African origin, living and studying in Africa.
- Currently enrolled in undergraduate B.S.degree program.
- Studying STEM related courses in a University or college in Africa.
- Demonstrable financial need, and
- Excellent Academic Record.
- Below the age of 32 years.
- Graduation date is after December of award year
Candidates must demonstrate financial need and excellent academic record. Special consideration is given to underprivileged students such as orphans, girls impacted by HIV or students in first or second year of study.

Scholarship Worth:

Scholarship recipients receive an award of $500 for the 2016 academic year, or the equivalent in their country’s local currency. Prior scholarship recipient may reapply for renewal the following year, with proof of continued excellent academic performance

How to Apply:

Your application will include the following:

Application form filled out completely. NO PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED*.
Personal and Contact Information.
Educational background and Family Information.
Statement of need should describe why scholarship funds are needed and what the funds will be used for if received.
Essays are a strong criteria in determining candidates who are short listed. Responses to essay questions that address career goals and how you expect the WAAW scholarship will assist in your education. Please have you essay responses ready before you begin the application.
Two academic/professional references. Note recommendations and transcripts ARE NOT REQUIRED AT THIS TIME. ONLY after a candidate has been shortlisted.

Fill Out the Application Form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Working to Advance STEM Education for African Women (WAAW) Scholarships

August 1, 2015 1 comment

2016 United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme in Hague, the Netherlands (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 30, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 1 December 2015

Applications for the 2016 International Law Fellowship Programme are currently being accepted.
The Fellowship Programme provides high-quality training by leading scholars and practitioners on a broad range of core subjects of international law. In addition, the interactive nature of the training allows the participants to share experiences and exchange ideas, which promotes greater understanding and cooperation on contemporary issues of international law.

The Fellowship Programme is intended to enable qualified professionals, in particular government officials and teachers of international law from developing countries and countries with emerging economies, to deepen their knowledge of international law and of the legal work of the United Nations and its associated bodies.
The Programme

The Fellowship Programme consists of an annual six-week summer course at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the Netherlands. The participants attend lectures and seminars in international law organized by the Codification Division as well as the public international law session at The Hague Academy of International Law.
The lectures and seminars organized by the Codification Division are given by eminent scholars and practitioners in international law from different regions and legal systems.

Qualifications

To qualify for the Fellowship Programme, candidates must have a legal background with professional experience in the field of international law.
The selected participants are required to submit a medical certificate of good health and to certify that they are able to attend the entire course period.
The Fellowship Programme will accommodate 21 participants from developing countries and countries with emerging economies.
The 2016 Fellowship Programme will be conducted in French. Fluency in spoken and written French is required.

VENUE AND COURSE LANGUAGE

The Fellowship Programme will be held at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the Netherlands, from 27 June to 5 August 2016.
The 2016 Fellowship Programme will be conducted in French. Fluency in spoken and written French is required.
Applicants whose mother tongue or language of instruction is not French are required to submit proof of their language abilities. Applications without a valid language certification will not be considered.

FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS AND ACCOMMODATION

Fellowships cover the fellowship recipient’s travel costs in economy class, accommodation, medical insurance, participation in the Fellowship Programme, the training materials and the registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law.
In accordance with the policies and procedures governing the administration of United Nations fellowships, participants will also receive a stipend to cover other living expenses.
Qualified candidates may also apply for self-funded positions. Self-funded participants bear all costs associated with their participation (travel, accommodation, living expenses and registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law). Training materials are provided to self-funded participants free of charge.

Application:

Two copies of the application form must be submitted:

(1) One scanned version of the signed original; and

(2) One electronic version (MS word or equivalent)

Fill Out the Application Form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme

July 30, 2015 2 comments

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Ford Motor Company Conservation & Environmental Grants 2015 for MENA Region ($USD 100,000 Grant).

by lanredahunsi July 29, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 15th August 2015

Ford Motor Company’s Conservation & Environmental Grants programme has become an annual event in the Middle East. Since its inception in 2000, the GCC/Levant chapter of the Ford Grants has supported at least 175 projects with more than $1.4 million granted to date.

The programme was created to empower individuals and non-profit groups donating their time and effort to preserve the environmental well-being of their communities. By providing necessary funding and visibility, we hope to encourage the multiplication of similar grassroots efforts that will serve as catalysts for change across the globe.

The Ford Grants support ongoing and non-profit projects focused on Conservation Engineering, Protection of the Natural Environment and Environmental Education. For 2015, a total of US$100,000 is available for deserving initiatives.

This programme accepts entries from all types of not-for-profit conservation initiatives that are currently being implemented and need additional funding support. Projects that are still in the planning stages will not be considered.

Who can apply?

Individuals
Civil society organisation/NGO’s
Schools, Colleges or Universities

Which countries can participate?
Projects that are currently being executed in the following countries can apply for grants:

Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt,Iraq,Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, Yemen

2015 One Africa Award ($USD 100,000 for Millennium Development Goals Driven Projects)

by lanredahunsi July 28, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline (Extended) : Midnight Monday, September 7, 2015.

As the world prepares to adopt the new set of development goals, the ONE Campaign invites civil society organizations, non-governmental organizations and other groups based in Africa to apply for the $ 100,000 (USD) 2015 ONE Africa Award.

Eligible organizations include those that can demonstrate commitment and success in their advocacy to promote the attainment of one or more of the Millennium Development Goals.

The 2015 ONE Award provides a bridge between previous efforts geared towards MDGs and future efforts to contribute to the new development agenda enshrined in what will be called Sustainable Development Goals, by 2030.

The ONE Africa Award aims to recognize, reward, and advance the exceptional work of organizations, founded by Africans and based in Africa, dedicated to helping Africa achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The $100,000 award will bring recognition to innovative African efforts to fight poverty and will incentivize more of such efforts.

Each year, The ONE Campaign awards the prize of $100,000 which is underwritten by an endowment from The Howard G. Buffet Foundation to recognize, advance and reward the exceptional work of an African organization that works toward the achievement of one or more of the Millennium Development Goals. The award is in its eighth year running.

Eligibility Criteria:

Award recipients can be exceptional organisations and other groups demonstrating commitment and success in assisting Africans in meeting one or more of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) through innovative advocacy based programs.

Qualified recipients may be engaged in direct services to achieve any of the MDGs but must demonstrate a strong advocacy component integral to the delivery and success of their programs.
Qualified recipients may be advocacy/pressure groups and think tanks engaged in governance activities such as the monitoring of flows of resources and/or holding governments accountable to commitments to MDG attainment.
Award recipients can be exceptional organizations and other groups demonstrating commitment and success in assisting Africans in meeting one or more of the MDGs through innovative advocacy based programs.

Marmalade Fish Scholarship to Attend the 2015 One Young World Summit in Bangkok, Thailand (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 28, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 30th 2015

Marmalade Fish will sponsor one successful applicant to participate in the One Young World Summit 2015 which takes place in Bangkok, Thailand from 18 – 21 November. Marmalade Fish is a consultancy that helps transform the way employees engage with their organisations. Formed in 2015, Marmalade Fish specialises in helping businesses develop an employee culture that fosters and rewards leadership and disruptive change.

Who can apply?

In order to apply you must be:

Aged 18 – 30
A national of; Algeria, Bahrain, Djibouti, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, Palestine or Yemen.

Key Criteria

Successful candidates will excel in the following areas:

Proven leadership ability
Evidenced commitment to delivering social impact
Evidenced ability to create change within a business

Sponsorship Worth:

This sponsorship will pay for:

Hotel accommodation on a shared basis in Bangkok for four nights, for the nights of 18, 19, 20 and 21 November.
Catering for breakfast, on 18, 19, 20 and 21 November.
Transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue.
Access to the Summit.
Summit hand-outs and support materials.
Transport to and from Bangkok

How to apply

Submit an online application in English before midnight on 30 July. The scholarship winners will be announced on 4 August 2015.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Marmalade Fish Scholarship

July 28, 2015 0 comments

2015/2016 Beiersdorf International Internship Challenge in Hamburg Germany (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 27, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 31st 2015

Company: Beiersdorf AG

Location: Germany / Hamburg

Reference Code: DE_15_0505

Employment Fraction: Full Time

Contract Type: Temporary

Starting Date: 2016

Internship Duration: 3 Months

Would you like to gain valuable experience with international brands like NIVEA, Eucerin, and Hansaplast? During a two-day event you will get to know Beiersdorf while qualifying for an international internship in Marketing/Sales, Finance/Controlling, Supply Chain Management.

Beiersdorf is searching for top international students for internships at Beiersdorf subsidiaries around the world through the International Internship Challenge, which is being held on October 05-06, 2015.

Experience Beiersdorf and its family of brands, including NIVEA, Eucerin, and Hansaplast/Elastoplast. During your two-day visit to the Beiersdorf corporate headquarters in Hamburg you will discover how innovative skin care products are made and gain insight into Marketing, Finance, R&D and Supply Chain of global player.

You will have the opportunity to meet Beiersdorf staff members from various departments and to collaborate with other attendees on a case study within your focus field.

Requirements

You are enrolled in a college/university economics program or already hold a bachelor’s degree and are starting your master’s degree.
You have a clear focus on one of the following areas: Marketing/Sales, Finance/Controlling, Supply Chain Management.
During your planned internship period you will be properly enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program, or having completed your bachelor’s degree be preparing for master’s study (the internship must be completed within the gap year).
You have experience in the working world through multiple prior relevant internships.
You are internationally oriented, fascinated by global issues, and unafraid to leave the beaten track.
You have strong teamwork and communication skills, and are able to work independently with a high level of dedication.
You have excellent analytical skills, which you are well-prepared to demonstrate.
You have no trouble with the English language.

Selection

An array of selection exercises will be conducted in which you can profile your abilities – the four top performers in these exercises will receive a fully-funded international internship (incl. salary, travel & housing reimbursement) at one of its 150 subsidiaries worldwide.

Apply Now for the Beiersdorf International Internship Challenge

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Beiersdorf International Internship Challenge

July 27, 2015 2 comments

2016 Eisenhower Fellowships (EF) Africa Program for Young African Leaders (Fully Funded Seven Weeks Fellowship in the USA).

by lanredahunsi July 23, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: October 15th 2015

AFRICA PROGRAM DATES: OCTOBER 2 – NOVEMBER 18, 2016.

Eisenhower Fellowships (EF) exists to inspire leaders around the world to challenge themselves to think beyond their current scope, to engage others, including those outside of their current networks, and to leverage their own talents to better the world around them.

The Eisenhower Fellowships Africa Program will bring a diverse group of up to 25 ascendant leaders from Africa to the United States for individualized fellowships to develop their leadership skills and foster collaborations with Eisenhower Fellowships’ global network of influential leaders.

Chaired by General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret), EF brings two groups to the U.S. annually, each composed of approximately two dozen outstanding mid-career Fellows (ages 32 – 45), drawn from 53

different countries.

Over a seven-week period, each Fellow receives an intensive, individually-designed program in his or her

professional field. Fellows are interviewed by high-level in-country nominating committees and selected by a committee at the Eisenhower Fellowships ’headquarters in Philadelphia.

Eligibility Criteria:

Eisenhower Fellowships seeks a diverse mix of applicants, ages 32-45, from a wide range of professional sectors.
EF provides a unique leadership development opportunity for individuals who have a demonstrated track record of significant professional and community achievements and who seek to tackle big challenges in the future.
Competitive candidates articulate goals for the fellowship program and propose steps to achieve them.
EF seeks ascendant leaders who are committed to making the world more peaceful, prosperous and just, and who are committed to a lifelong engagement with EF’s network of 1,400 active leaders around the world

Benefits:

Over a seven-week period, each Fellow receives an intensive, individually-designed program in his or her professional field.
This seven-week program is comprised of a five-week personalized travel itinerary in the U.S., preceded and followed by a week of group activities in Philadelphia. Each Fellow’s program is unique, as the Fellow collaborates with an EF Program Officer to align his or her goals with

relevant fellowship opportunities that lead to productive exchanges.

HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates from the seven countries listed below should apply directly to Eisenhower Fellowships using the online application.

1. Ghana

2. Kenya

3. Nigeria

4. Rwanda

5. South Africa

6. Tanzania

7. Zimbabwe

Candidates from other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa will be considered if they have a track record of regional impact and are nominated by a member of the Africa Leadership Steering Committee or a member of the Eisenhower Fellowships’ global network.
Nominated candidates should apply by using the online application.

Timeline:

October 15, 2015 : Deadline to submit application materials
December 15, 2015 : Nominating Committees submit finalists to EF
April 1, 2016: Candidates will be notified of results
October 2-November 18, 2016 : Africa program takes place in the United States

Apply Now for the 2016 Eisenhower Africa Fellowship Program

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Eisenhower Africa Fellowship Program

July 23, 2015 2 comments

Forbes Under 30 $1 Million Change the World Competition for Young Social Entrepreneurs.

by lanredahunsi July 23, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 26, 2015 at 11:59PM Eastern Time

The Forbes Under 30 $1 Million Change the World Competition is the largest-ever competition for young social entrepreneurs, funding those disruptive and scalable ideas that address global challenges.

The competition calls on social entrepreneurs with disruptive and scalable ideas with the potential to change the world. It is open to both nonprofit and for-profit enterprises. This is not a business plan competition – organizations or companies must already be in operation and the prize money should be utilized to accelerate the most promising ideas.

The challenge will award a total of $1,000,000 USD in cash and in-kind prizes. The awards and/or investments will come from the following Sponsoring Organizations: The Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Foundation, the Case Foundation, the Pratt Foundation, the Keywell Foundation and entrepreneur Bob Duggan, plus an in-kind advertising grant from Forbes.

Eligibility

The challenge is open to:

Active social entrepreneurs who are under the age of 30 at the time of the competition (i.e., born after October 6, 1985) who are a founder, co-founder or top executive of their organization.
Applicants from anywhere in the world.
Those who are already actively engaged in a social enterprise – this is not a business plan contest, but rather one that will reward and accelerate those entrepreneurs already making a difference.
Both nonprofit and for-profit social entrepreneurs – finalists will come from both categories.

Benefits:

Five or six finalists, selected from the complete pool of competitors, will receive a cash award of $100,000 USD.
They will then compete on-stage at the Forbes Under 30 Summit in Philadelphia on October 6, 2015 in front of 2,000 world-class mentors and the best young entrepreneurs and game-changers in the world, as culled from the Forbes 30 Under 30 lists.
The overall winner will receive at least $400,000 USD in additional cash and in-kind support, bringing their award total to at least $500,000 USD, and the overall award total to $1,000,000
Five or six $100,000 USD prizes (or equivalent); and
One $400,000 USD prize (or equivalent) to the overall winner
Finalists will be invited to participate in the Under 30 Impact Lab – an afternoon during which the attendees at the Under 30 Summit will work with challenge finalists to help them solve problems and accelerate their growth.

Selection

Applications will be screened by the Wharton Social Impact Initiative of the University of Pennsylvania. The finalists will be announced in early September, before competing on the main stage at the Forbes Under 30 Summit on October 6.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Forbes Under 30 $1 Million Change the World Competition for Young Social Entrepreneurs.

July 23, 2015 2 comments

2015 Barclays Tech Lab Africa Programme for FinTech & Health Start-Ups in Africa

by lanredahunsi July 22, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 3^rd August 2015

Tech Lab Africa is a 13-week venture programme supported by Barclays Africa. 8-10 Ventures will be selected to join this exciting programme.

This programme forms part of a global initiative to plug start-ups, corporates and innovators into a physical and digital global network in order to connect , co-create and scale solutions that benefit customers

The programme objectives are to output a portfolio of ventures that Barclays Africa can potentially:

Partner with
Connect into the Barclays ecosystem as well as into our corporate client ecosystem
Acquire or make a capital investment into
Become a customer of
Help with next round expansion funding
Present to our Wealth Clients for Angel Investment opportunities

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants who meet the following criteria may apply:

Venture proposition should address or solve existing challenges in the relevant sector or create opportunities in previously unchartered areas
At a minimum, the ventures must have a working prototype
Formal trading entity must be established
Evidence of market traction is preferable
Preference to revenue generating ventures will be given
Core management team must be present at the RISE Cape Town site for the duration of the programme
Venture team must commit to mentoring for the duration of the programme
Agree to the Tech Lab Africa Participants Terms and Conditions, as well as the investment terms as described under the investment section contained herein

The Tech Lab Africa Programme:

7^th September – 4^th December: The Programme

The 13 week programme will consist of several components each week highlighted below:

Company Soapbox: Companies to present targets for the week and progress against milestones with feedback
Industry Expert Presentations: Information sessions on various topics relevant across the industry
1-on-1 Mentor Sessions: Barclays’ mentors and external mentors to schedule time to mentor their selected ventures
Office Hours with Subject Matter Experts: Tax, Accounting, Finance, Tech, Legal, Marketing, HR, etc. experts will avail 7 hours of their time per week to any and all ventures
Content Workshops: Interactive workshops geared specifically to the individual ventures – e.g. Lean Startup methodologies, Social Media and Digital Marketing Tools
Company Pitches (alternating weekly): 4-5 companies per week to report on KPIs met over last 2 weeks

Themes:

Tech Lab Africa is interested in all types of technologies, with a particular interest in FinTech, Digital Health and Health Information Technology.

Fin Tech Areas of Interest:

Alternative/Crypto/Digital Currencies/Block Chain Technology
Cloud Enabling Technologies
Data Analytics and Predictive Modelling
Digital Marketing and Social Media Tools
Financial and Cyber Security
Infrastructure & Operational Technologies (hosting, databases, storage, networking, I.T. management)
Internet of Things
Lending
Machine Learning
Mobile and Next Generation Payments
Mobile Data Management/Mobile Infrastructure
Money Transfers/Remittances
Personal Finance & Asset Management
Point of Sale Payments, Billing & Processing (both consumer and wholesale)
Risk Management/Compliance

Digital Health and Heath Information Technology Areas of Interest:

Appointment Scheduling & Prep / Doctor Discovery
Diabetes Management
Drug & Substance Abuse Testing
Fertility & Pregnancy Tracking
Medicine Delivery
On-Demand House Visits
On-Demand Mental Health
Pharmacy Delivery
Pill Tracking
Telemedicine / Remote Doctors & Healthcare Assistance

Benefits:

Mentoring by leading business experts from across industry, senior executives at Barclays Africa, experienced Venture Capitalists (VCs), and other partner professional service organisations, as well as from within Tech Lab Africa’s entrepreneur network
Access to relevant data sets for use in proposition testing and build out
Where appropriate, fast track for proof of concepts projects with Barclays Africa
Direct feedback from target user groups
Strategy development and pitch coaching from expert VC mentors as well as senior Barclays Africa executives
Opportunity to become a supplier to Barclays Africa
Weekly participation in a leadership programme featuring meetings with senior executives, investors and experienced entrepreneurs, together with workshops and panel discussions on topics such as procurement, technology architecture, financial regulations, Intellectual Property strategies and industry trends
For the core management team, an all-inclusive central Cape Town workspace at Barclays Africa’s ‘RISE Cape Town’ hub, situated within the Bandwidth Barn in Woodstock
Increase in industry Public Relations (PR) and profile awareness
Demo Day participation to showcase your technology to Barclays Africa executives, Barclays Africa Private Wealth clients, potential corporate customers, investors and journalists

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of TechLab Africa Programme

July 22, 2015 0 comments

2016 Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Young Ambassador Programme for Africans (Fully Funded to Dakar Senegal to attend the 2016 NEF Global Gathering )

by lanredahunsi July 22, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 31st August 2015

The Next Einstein Forum (NEF) is working to build a targeted team of 54 young Ambassadors, one from each African country, to participate in the NEF Global Gathering 2016, champion African science, technology, engineering and math globally and become part of the growing NEF community.

The first NEF Global Gathering will be hosted by H.E. President Macky Sall in Dakar, Senegal from the 8-10 March, 2016. The three-day NEF Global Gathering will showcase often underreported scientific progress in Africa, holding up the NEF Fellows as examples of the exceptional scientific potential and progress across Africa.

NEF Country Ambassadors Benefits

Represent your country at NEF events
Attend the prestigious, invitation-only NEF Global Gathering with all costs covered. The event will include Nobel Prize winners, heads of state and representatives from leading global corporations.
Participate in interviews, panels and the showcasing of research, NEF work and articles on science, social science and technology, among other events during/following the NEF Global Gathering.
Have the opportunity to network with other experts and NEF Fellows, as well as top scientists, social scientists and technology leaders from around the world
Influence science, social science and technology policy through NEF articles and documents and share their own work.
Pitch your own projects and ideas to high profile NEF members and contribute to the establishment of a positive global view of science in Africa

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Eligibility Requirements:

42 years of age or less as of 31 December, 2015
Resident of an African country
A history of leadership and engagement in the community
Advanced studies or professional certificates, personal projects, demonstrated entrepreneurial achievements and similar – a Doctorate is not required
Applicants are encouraged from all fields of science, including basic sciences, STEM, health and social science fields
Demonstrated passion for raising Africa’s profile in science and/or social science
An active profile in the community of work/study and/or online including social media
Able to clearly communicate to an audience in English or French

NEF Country Ambassadors Responsibilities

Act as NEF’s ambassador, representing one’s own country at NEF events.
Write original content and cross-post content for the NEF, including but not limited to blog articles, news updates on science in one’s local community, profiles of scientists in one’s community, and other activities to promote the NEF
- Actively promote the NEF to social media followers and regularly contribute ideas to the NEF team about ways to keep the online community informed and interested in the NEF
- Ambassadors should expect to spend a total of between 1 to 2 hours per week writing, editing, posting updates, news and articles related to science in Africa and the NEF, and conversing with NEF Fellows and the scientific community at large. The hours may increase during the week of the Global Gathering event
- Make presentations to students, audiences, special classes and events about the NEF and science in Africa
- Other responsibilities suggested and recommended by the Ambassadors

Selection Guidelines

Selection of ambassadors from individual countries will be based on merit and upon submission of a written application, CV and two-minute video answering the personal statement questions below.
Qualification will be based on academic and leadership potential. Examples of notable achievements to be considered in the selection of a NEF Ambassador include:
- Membership in professional associations/bodies
- Leadership role in projects/activities/communities
- Entrepreneurial activities
- Articles/blogs/applications published
- Prizes and other awards in high ranking bodies, academies, communities etc.
- The type and number of invited talks at national, regional and international conferences
- Past academic achievements and involvements
- Volunteer and internship experience
The personal statement should address the following two questions:
- What I want to learn from and share at the NEF Global Gathering?
- What are at least three strategies I will use to share this knowledge with at least 20,000 people when I return to my country?

Selection Process

The selection will be done by a panel of eminent scientists including members of the NEF Scientific Programme Committee.
The selection process will aim for the following:
- At least 40 percent of selected NEF Ambassadors are women
- At most one NEF Ambassador from each African country

Application Procedure

Apply Now for the 2015 Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Young Ambassador Programme for Africans – English

Download the Application Form
For you application to be considered, please send your completed application with all requested information and requirements before midnight GMT 31 August 2015 to [email protected]
Please make sure your CV is attached to the end of your application form in ONE document. The document should be in PDF format and labeled CountryofCitizenship – Lastname, Firstname Middlename.
For example, Jane Lyon Doe from Mauritius would label her final PDF file as Mauritius – Doe, Jane Lyon. In addition, the video you submit should be in MP4 format. You can use http://video.online-convert.com/convert-to-mp4 or other online converters to convert the file. Please make sure your video is no more than 8 MB. Applications that do not follow this format and naming convention will not be accepted.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Young Ambassador Programme

July 22, 2015 2 comments

2016 John Dillon Memorial Fellowship for Developing Countries Students, Australia

by lanredahunsi July 22, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 31st 2015

The John Dillon Memorial Fellowship was established by ACIAR in recognition of Professor John L. Dillon’s life-long support for international agricultural research. The Fellowship scheme serves the memory of John Dillon by providing career development opportunities for outstanding young agricultural scientists or economists from ACIAR partner countries who are involved in a current or recently completed ACIAR project. 8-10 Fellowships are offered annually.

The Fellowship aims to develop leadership skills in the areas of agricultural research management, agricultural policy and/or extension technologies. This is achieved by providing exposure to Australian agriculture across a range of best-practice organisations involved in research, extension and/or policy making.

Eligible African Countries

Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe can apply for these John Dillon Memorial fellowships.

Fellowship Worth:

Arrangements for the Fellowships will be flexible, and the following points are intended to indicate features of the program:

Fellowships normally involve a 5-6 week period in Australia.
Fellows are hosted by 1-2 Australian organisations (such as a Federal Government Department, a University, a Cooperative Research Centre or State Department of Agriculture) where they spend at least 50 % of their Fellowship period.
Fellows participate in a formal research management training course in Australia.
Fellows undertake a structured program of visits to various institutes, including the presentation of relevant lectures.

How to Apply:

Applications close on 31 August of the year prior to the visit program taking place.

Applicants must be associated with ACIAR bilateral projects that are either active or completed in the last 24 months.
The Fellow can be associated with either a National Agricultural Research System or a CGIAR centre (if the applicant is involved in an ACIAR bilateral project), but must be a citizen of an ACIAR partner country.

Download Application Form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the John Dillon Memorial Fellowship

July 22, 2015 0 comments

2016/2017 Czech Republic Government Scholarships for Developing Countries

by lanredahunsi July 20, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 30th 2015

The Government of the Czech Republic offers scholarships within the framework of its Foreign Development Assistance in support of the study of foreign nationals from developing countries at public institutions of higher education in the Czech Republic.

These so called Government Scholarships are designed to cover the standard length of study:

1) in Bachelor/Master/Doctoral study programmes plus one-year preparatory course of the Czech language (which is combined with other field-specific training). Government scholarships of this category are awarded to graduates from upper secondary schools, or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree courses, as applicable, who can enrol only in study programmes in which instruction is given in the Czech language. Depending on the subject area, applicants are normally required to sit entrance examinations at the higher education institution concerned. Successful passing of entrance examinations constitutes a precondition for the scholarship award;

2) in follow-up Master study programmes or Doctoral study programmes. Government scholarships of this category are awarded to graduates of Bachelor or Master study programmes, respectively, who enrol in study programmes with instruction in the English language.

ELIGIBILITY :

The scholarships are intented solely to promote the studies of adults who are foreign nationals from developing third countries in need. Neither a citizen of the Czech Republic, nor a citizen of a member state of the European Union, nor any other foreign national with a permit to permanent residence on the territory of the Czech Republic may therefore be granted this type of scholarship.
Furthermore, the scholarships may not be granted to persons under 18 years of age. (The applicants have to turn 18 as of 1 September of the year when they commence studies in the Czech Republic at the latest.)
A limited number of scholarships is offered also to applicants from selected developing countries through the UNESCO. Each applicant is obliged to fill out an electronic application form available at: http://registr.dzs.cz/registr.nsf/unesco.
Prospective applicants are advised to address their inquiries concerning, among others, their eligibility and closing date for applications to the Czech Embassies in their countries.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Each applicant is obliged to fill in an electronic application form available at http://registr.dzs.cz/registr.nsf at the latest by 30 September of the year prior to the given academic year (i.e., the calendar year that precedes the academic year for which scholarships are offered)

Download the Application Guideline – English

Download the Application Guideline – French

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Czech Republic Government Scholarships for Developing Countries

July 20, 2015 37 comments

2015 Alexander Rave Foundation Scholarships for Artists to study in Germany

by lanredahunsi July 15, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 15th 2015

Rave Scholarships support further practical training for young curators, restorers, museum technicians and cultural managers from countries in transition and developing countries. The Rave Foundation would like to contribute to practical further education in realizing and arranging fine art exhibitions. It therefore awards scholarships to young

curators
restorers
museum technicians
cultural managers

from transformation and developing countries who have arranged a guest period, a practical training or non-paid work at a museum, at a non-commercial gallery or at a non-commercial cultural institution in

Germany.

The Rave Foundation is an independent charitable foundation administered by the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa). Ifa is a mediating organizati on for German foreign cultural policy

Requirements:

Scholarships will be awarded to applicants

who come from a transformation or developing country and are still living there.
who did not have the opportunity yet to come for a longer stay or did not have further training or working stay in Germany.
who finished their professional training not longer than five years ago and are not yet over 40.
Those still studying or training at the time of application will not be considered for selection.
who have found a non-commercial partner institution in Germany that has agreed to take care of them or agreed to a joint project.
who can provide a positive statement from their own country (reference).
Knowledge of one of the three languages German, English or French is a requirement

Application Procedure:

Application documents

The application should be accompanied by

a fully completed application form
a CV (3 pages max.), including educational qualifications
a project sketch (1 page) developed together with the German institution–informing about tasks and responsibilities of the planned visit to Germany
consent form a non-commercial German institution to care for the applicant during the scholarship period in Germany
a letter of reference from the home country
an abridged report (1 page max.) on the current art scene in the home country
a letter of motivation (1 page max.)

Applications are submitted to the Rave Foundation

c/o Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen

Charlottenplatz 17D-70173 Stuttgart

Fax +49/711/2225194

E-Mail: rave- [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Alexander Rave Foundation Scholarships for Artists

July 15, 2015 2 comments

2015 Global Young Academy for Young Scientists around the world.

by lanredahunsi July 15, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 11 pm UTC, Sunday 27 September 2015

The 2015 call for new members to join the Global Young Academy in 2016 is now open. Applications are sought from young, independent scholars who combine the highest level of research excellence with a demonstrated passion for delivering impact.

The Global Young Academy (GYA) provides a rallying point for outstanding young scientists from around the world to come together to address topics of global importance. As of 2014, the GYA has reached its full capacity with 200 members, leading young scientists (defined as an average age of 35 years and at the beginning of their independent academic career) from 58 countries and all continents, and 63 alumni. Members are selected for the excellence of their science and their commitment to service and are serving five-year terms

Requirements:

Research fields:

The call is open to all scholars working in any research-based discipline, including the sciences, medicine, engineering, social sciences, the arts and humanities.

Excellence:

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a high level of excellence in their discipline.

Impact:

The Global Young Academy is committed to a broad range of programs around the world to support young scholars, promote science to a broad audience, engage in policy debate, and foster international and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Applicants should provide evidence of interest or experience in one or more of these areas.

Age/career point:

Applicants should be in the early years of their independent careers.

The majority of the GYA’s members are aged 30-40 and the typical period from completion of a PhD or similar degree is 5-10 years.

Applicants falling significantly outside these ranges may be considered under exceptional circumstances.

Diversity:

Application is welcomed from all qualified candidates.

Applications from women, researchers in the social sciences, arts and humanities, scholars working in government, industry, and non-governmental sectors, and from candidates in regions where the GYA has no current representation are particularly welcome.

Application Procedure:

Applications should be completed personally by the candidate and must be accompanied by a letter of support.

Download Application Form

It should be emailed to [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Global Young Academy

July 15, 2015 1 comment

2016 Ayn Rand Institute Essay Contest for Students on Ayn Rand’s Fiction ($USD90,000 in Prizes)

by lanredahunsi July 14, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline:

Anthem: March 25, 2016

The Fountainhead: April 29, 2016

Atlas Shrugged: October 23rd, 2015

Have you read one of Ayn Rand’s thought-provoking novels? Now’s the time! Enter an Ayn Rand Institute essay contest for your chance to win thousands of dollars in cash prizes.

The Ayn Rand Institute (ARI) has held worldwide essay contests for students on Ayn Rand’s fiction for thirty years. This year ARI will award over 500 prizes totaling more than $90,000.

Anthem:

Eligibility

8th, 9th and 10th GRADERS

Entry Deadline: March 25, 2016
- 1st place : $2,000 1 Winner
- 2nd place : $500 5 Winners
- 3rd place : $200 10 Winners
- Finalists : $50 45 Winners
- Semifinalists : $30 175 Winners
- Select ONE of the following three topics:
  - “It is a sin to write this.” So begins Anthem. What is the significance of this opening line to the story and to the meaning of the novel? What view of morality does it embody? What is Equality 7-2521’s eventual assessment of his sin and why? Explain.
  - Politically, Anthem depicts a collectivist society. What ideas do the rulers appeal to in order to justify their collectivist society? How do its rulers retain their power? What enables Equality 7-2521 to escape his society and envision an alternative?
  - Anthem portrays a totalitarian world of the future. In contrast to other such portrayals, the world of Anthem is technologically primitive. What does this imply about the nature of science and technology and the conditions for technological progress, and how do events of the story establish that view?
Submit Your Essay Now for the ARI Anthem Essay Contest

The Fountainhead Theme

Eligibility : 11th and 12th GRADERS

Entry Deadline: April 29, 2016
Prizes

1st place $10,000 1 Winner

2nd place $2,000 5 Winners
3rd place $1,000 10 Winners
Finalists $100 45 Winners
Semifinalists $50 175 Winners

Fountainhead Theme:

Select ONE of the following three topics:
- Why does Roark say that his refusal of the Manhattan Bank Building contract is “the most selfish thing you’ve ever seen a man do”?
- Ellsworth Toohey and Gail Wynand both spend much of their lives consciously seeking power over others. But is their quest for power the same? How do each man’s goals and motivations contrast to those of Roark?
- The conventional view is that in life one can either achieve practical success or be moral, but not both. What view of the relation between the moral and the practical is conveyed in The Fountainhead? What is the novel’s conception of success? Of morality? Explain by reference to characters and events in the story.
Submit your Application Now for the ARI Fountainhead Essay Contest

Atlas Shrugged Theme
Eligibility : 12th Graders, College Undergraduates, and Graduate Students

Entry Deadline: October 23rd, 2015
Prizes
1st place $20,000 1 Winner
2nd place $2,000 3 Winners
3rd place $1,000 5 Winners
Finalists $100 25 Winners
Semifinalists $50 50 Winners
Topics
Select ONE of the following three topics:
- At his trial, Hank Rearden declares: “The public good be damned, I will have no part of it!” What does he mean? How does this issue relate to the novel’s theme?
- Who is John Galt?
- What is the meaning of money to Francisco d’Anconia? To James Taggart? How do these characters’ views on money relate to the events of the story?
Submit Your Essay for the ARI Fountainhead Essay Contest

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Ayn Rand Institute Essay Contest

July 14, 2015 0 comments

Algeria Angola Call for Applications

2015 Peace Direct Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders’ Awards ($10,000 prize funding for peacebuilding activities)

by lanredahunsi July 13, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 15th 2015

Are you a peacebuilder? Would international recognition and a $10,000 prize help your organisation make a bigger impact? Apply today for the annual Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders awards.

Peace Direct is launching its third ‘Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders’ awards to showcase the best locally led peacebuilding organisations across the world. Entrants will need to show how they are making communities more peaceful, or breaking the cycle of violence. And there are special prizes for technology and peacebuilding and photography and peace.

Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders are the global awards for local peacebuilding. Awarded annually, they offer international recognition for grassroots peace activists in conflict-affected countries worldwide. These are inspiring individuals who are building a better tomorrow for their communities, in the world’s most fragile and needy places.

A jury of international peacebuilding experts will select the winning entries.

To be eligible, your work must fit into the categories:

+ Women-led peacebuilding
+ Youth peacebuilding
+ Environmental peacebuilding
+ Inter-religious peacebuilding
+ Arts and peacebuilding

The three winning organisations will receive:

$10,000 prize funding for peacebuilding activities.
Invitation to attend a winners’ event in London.
Promotion of their work online, including on the Insight on Conflict and Peace Direct websites and newsletters.
Alongside the main prize and categories, the organisation that best makes use of technology in their work will receive a scholarship to attend the ‘Build Peace 2016’ conference in Zurich, Switzerland, and become a Build Peace Fellow, receiving additional support for their peacebuilding work.
In addition to finding the best examples of local peacebuilders, Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders is looking for photos that illustrate the theme of ‘local peacebuilding’. Prizes worth $1,000 are on offer.All applications must be received by 15 September 2015.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Peace Direct Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders’ Awards

July 13, 2015 1 comment

2015 UNESCO/Merck Africa Research Summit in Geneva, Switzerland (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 12, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 30th 2015

2015 UNESCO/Merck Africa Research Summit in Geneva, Switzerland 19th-20th October 2015

The Merck Africa Research Summit- MARS is being organised by Merck, in collaboration with UNESCO, the Cambridge-Africa Programme at the University of Cambridge, and Universita di Roma, Italy. MARS aims to bring together researchers from across Africa to discuss the generation, sharing and dissemination of research data, and to prepare for the road ahead in Africa’s development as an international hub for research excellence and scientific innovation.

The annual Summit aims to contribute to building research capacity in African research community on health, with special focus on Ebola and emergent infectious diseases, to showcase innovative research taking place in projects, programs and initiatives across African universities, and by the wider African research community.

Whom

Up to 100 scientists / researchers will be able to attend the Summit.
Abstracts are invited from final year African PhD students and young investigators involved in HIV, Ebola and other infectious disease research.
All should be primarily based at African research institutes and Universities.

It provided a networking platform for dialogue on improving global cooperation on health research and narrowing the disparities in health systems performance between developing and developed countries. African researchers network where they exchange experience, knowledge, best practice (especially In Ebola management) and cooperate in future research and development projects. In 2015 the inaugural summit will have a special focus on HIV and Ebola, highlighting how experience gained from investigating the former could inform and drive the rapid understanding of the latter in the recent crisis in West Africa.

Diverse set of speakers from Academia , Research institutes, major funding organizations of health/medical research, Chairs of Medical Research Councils, NGOs, Industry, established and emergent researchers, policy makers, ministries of health and editors of scientific / medical journals.

Speeches, keynote lectures and panel discussion about latest research in the areas of focus to exchange experienceand share information.
Scientific tour around GVA R&D and Manufacturing site.
Workshops will cater for debates that stimulate young Researchers and Innovators to resolve health issues.
Central gallery will provide dedicated space to display, demonstrate and discuss their own research (Posters and abstracts) followed by posters sessions

Benefits:

Up to 100 scientists / researchers will be fully sponsored by Merck to attend the Summit in Geneva. Their selection will be based on their abstract submission.
Abstracts are invited from final year African PhD students and young investigators involved in HIV, Ebola and other infectious disease research.
All should be primarily based at African research institutes and Universities, although collaboration within Africa as well as outside is encouraged.
All abstracts will be peer reviewed and will be eligible for sponsorship and first three winners will be eligible for further number of research awards:
1st MARS Award : 6month fellowship in Merck R&D hub
2nd MARS Award : 1500 euro
3rd MARS Award : 1000 euro

Application Procedure:

You must write : your name as “author”,the names of all your co-authors
A descriptive title, up to 5 keywords
The topic into which your abstract fits
HIV or Ebola or other infectious diseases.
Please also submit the completed application form with all your personal details required and a copy of your passport will be required later.

Submit you completed application and abstract to this [email protected]

Fill Out the Online Application Form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 UNESCO/Merck Africa Research Summit

July 12, 2015 0 comments

2015 U.N. CORRESPONDENTS ASSOCIATION AWARDS FOR BEST COVERAGE OF THE UNITED NATIONS AND U.N. AGENCIES ( $USD60,000 Prize)

by lanredahunsi July 8, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 15th 2015

The prizes amount to over $60,000 to be distributed among the prize categories and winners.WINNERS WILL BE HONORED AT GALA EVENT BY THE U.N. SECRETARY-GENERAL ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 14th 2015 AT CIPRIANI WALL STREET, NEW YORK

The United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) invites media worldwide to submit entries for its 20th Annual UNCA Awards for the best print, broadcast (TV & Radio) and online, web-based media coverage of the United Nations, U.N. agencies and field operations.

UNCA is a professional organization of over 200 journalists from dozens of countries representing scores of publications and broadcasters from all regions of the world, plus the major global news agencies.

The awards are open to all journalists anywhere in the world.

The Awards are:

1. The Elizabeth Neuffer Memorial Prize, sponsored by the Alexander Bodini Foundation, for written media (including online media). The prize is for print and online coverage of the U.N. and U.N. agencies, named in honor of Elizabeth Neuffer, The Boston Globe bureau chief at the U.N., who died while on an assignment in Baghdad in 2003.

2. The Ricardo Ortega Memorial Prize, for broadcast (TV & Radio) media. The prize is for broadcast coverage of the U.N. and U.N. agencies, named in honor of Ricardo Ortega, formerly the New York correspondent for Antena 3 TV of Spain, who died while on an assignment in Haiti in 2004.

3. The Prince Albert II of Monaco and UNCA Global Prize for coverage of Climate Change. The prize is for print (including online media) and broadcast media (TV & Radio) for coverage of sustainable and equitable management of natural resources and the implementation of innovative and ethical solutions in three main categories: climate change, biodiversity, and water.

4. The United Nations Foundation Prize. The prize is for print (including online media) and broadcast media (TV & Radio) for coverage of humanitarian and development aspects of the U.N. and U.N. agencies.

Requirements:

Coverage of the U.N. and U.N. agencies is specified in each category; the Committee welcomes coverage of all issues particularly on Millennium Developments Goals, peacekeeping operations, and nonproliferation, including the elimination of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons.
Work in print, broadcast (TV & Radio), and online coverage must be published between September 2014 and August 2015, and be related to the U.N. and U.N. agencies.
Entries can be submitted in any of the official U.N. languages (English, French, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, and Russian).
For broadcast entries, hard copies should be in DVD (preferably NTSC format), however electronic files and web links uploaded to the online Entry Form are preferred. A written transcript in English or French will facilitate the judging process.
For print media, each submission should have a maximum of four (4) articles. Electronic files and web links uploaded to the online Entry Form are preferred.
Multiple or joint entries in different categories are accepted.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY:

Entries are submitted online by completing the UNCA Awards Entry Form.

You will complete your personal information and upload your photo, and then choose to:

Submit your work electronically by including web links and/or uploading all files directly to the Entry Form

-OR-

Submit your work by postal mail to the address indicated on the form

Fill Out the Application Form for the 2015 U.N. CORRESPONDENTS ASSOCIATION AWARDS

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the U.N. CORRESPONDENTS ASSOCIATION AWARDS

July 8, 2015 1 comment

2015/2016 VLIR-UOS International Master Programmes Scholarships for Study in Belgium

by lanredahunsi July 8, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 16th January 2016

Application is now open for the VLIR-UOS International Master Programmes scholarships for undertaking an accredited English master programmes of 60, 90 or 120 credits, organised at a Flemish university. Selection of a Master as ICP implies the acquirement of and obligation to attribute 12 fully fledged scholarships per intake year, entirely funded through VLIR-UOS, during the five year cycle 2017-2021.

Scholarships for students from developing countries :

The scholarships aim to facilitate the participation of the attendants coming from the VLIR-UOS country list for scholarships. The corresponding scholarship amounts are transferred by VLIR-UOS to the central administration of the Flemish university in the framework of an agreement which is concluded between VLIR-UOS and the Flemish university as a whole.

Eligibility criteria

Nationality and Country of Residence

A candidate should be a national and resident of one of the countries of the VLIR-UOS country

list for scholarships (not necessarily the same country) at the time of application.

Africa: Angola, Algeria,Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Gambia, Guinea,

Guinee-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali,Mauritania,Morocco,Mozambique,Namibia, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Age
The maximum age for a ICP candidate is 35 years for an initial masters and 40 years for an advanced masters. The candidate cannot succeed this age on January 1 of the intake year.
Professional background and experience
VLIR-UOS gives priority to candidates who are employed in academic institutions, research institutes, governments, social economy or NGO’s, or aim a career in one of these sectors.However, also candidates employed in the profit sector or newly graduated candidates without any work experience can be eligible for the scholarship
Fungibility with other VLIR-UOS funding

1 A scholarship within the BTP scholarship programme is not compatible with financial support

within an IUC-or TEAM-project. Candidates working in a university where such projects are

being organized, should submit a declaration of the project leader stating that the department where the candidate is employed is not involved in the project.
Former VLIR-UOS scholarship applications and previously awarded scholarships

A candidate can only submit one VLIR-UOS scholarship application per year, irrespectively of

the scholarship type. As a consequence, a candidate can only be selected for one VLIR-UOS

scholarship per year

Scholarship Worth:

Applicants may request a budget up to a maximum of

€ 150.000 (for 2-year/ 4 semesters / 120 credits Master programmes);
€ 125.000 (for 1,5-year / 3 semesters / 90 credits Master programmes);
€ 100.000 (for 1-year/ 2 semesters/ 60 credits Master programmes); per year of the five-year period 2017-2021.
This funding facility is available for, basically, two general types of expenses:

(1) Costs related to building a strategy to gradually strengthen/build the South dimension of the

ICP through cooperation with partners in the South (planning costs);

(2) Costs related to the operation of the programme aimed at ensuring quality participation by

students and teaching/research staff from the South (operational costs).

Selection Criteria: A proposal will be selected on the basis of a set of 6 selection criteria.

Motivation
Professional experience
Gender
Regional
Social background
Previously awarded scholarships

How to Apply:

Fill Out the Application Form

Proposals must be submitted to the ICOS of the Flemish university association electronically.

Deadline for submission to the ICOS of the association

AUHL: 5 January 2016:
UAB, AUG: 15 January 2016
AKUL, AUHA: please contact the ICOS

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the VLIR-UOS International Master Programmes Scholarships

July 8, 2015 1 comment

Call for Nominations: The FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA 2015 : Imagine Africa

by lanredahunsi July 7, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Nomination Deadline: September 11th 2015

Nominations are now open for the 2015 FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA.

The Future Awards Africa, also popularly known as The Future Awards, are a set of awards given by The Future Project (TFP), a social enterprise set up with a strong, practical commitment to human and capital development, especially in Africa.

The awards celebrate young people between the ages of 18 and 31, who have made outstanding achievement in the year under consideration.

The theme for this 10th anniversary is Imagine Africa!, chosen to highlight young Africans fulfilling the promise of the continent

Nominations are opened to young Africans between ages 18 – 31.

The award categories for 2015 are:

o The Future Awards Africa Prize in Education

o The Future Awards Africa Prize in Agriculture

o The Future Awards Africa Prize in Advocacy

o The Future Awards Africa Prize in Technology

o The Future Awards Africa Prize in Public Service

o The Future Awards Africa Prize in Community Action

o The Tony O. Elumelu Prize in Business

o The Future Awards Africa Prize in Entertainment

o The Future Awards Africa Prize in Enterprise Support

o The Future Awards Africa Prize for African Young Person of the Year

For more information and to Nominate a candidate:

Send an email to [email protected], or send an SMS to +2348022226712.

Nominate a Candidate Now for the 2015 FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA

Visit the Official Webpage of the FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA 2015

July 7, 2015 0 comments

2015 Siemens Stiftung Empowering People Award (200,000 Euros Prize)

by lanredahunsi July 7, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: November 30th 2015

The “empowering people. Award 2015” is now open for entries! The “Empowering People Award” aims to identify simple and appropriate technical innovations with business potential and make them visible and accessible to everyone.

Siemens Stiftung has initiated this worldwide innovation award to identify appropriate technical solutions for implementation in developmental activities. The combination of technological innovations, entrepreneurial approaches and capacity building is considered to be the key driver in the improvement of living conditions in emerging countries.

The aim of the “empowering people. Award” and the “empowering people. Network” is therefore to connect innovative solutions for basic supply problems in developing countries with potential partners, investors and other key players in development work.

Criteria:

Entries will be evaluated according to:

– Potential of project to help solve basic supply problems

– Technical feasibility with regard to resources at hand, functionality and reliability in local conditions

– (Social) Business concept regarding job creation and replicability

– Financial sustainability potential

– Environmental performance

Prizes:

The Siemens Stiftung will honour the 1^st prize-winner with a sum of 50,000 EUR.
The second prize is valued at 30,000 EUR, the third at 20,000 EUR and a further 5,000 EUR will be awarded to 20 runners up.
A Community Prize will also be awarded with a prize of hardware to the value of 5,000 Euro.
The winners will further receive promotion on an international scale with global public relations activities ensuring wide visibility.
They will become members of an international Network that offers essential support, valuable know-how, helpful insights and connections.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Siemens Stiftung Empowering People Award

July 7, 2015 1 comment

2015 Japan Foreign Trade Council (JFTC) Essay Competition (¥1,600,000 Cash Prize & Full Funded Trip to Japan)

by lanredahunsi July 7, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 11, 2015 at 24:00 (JST)

Japan Foreign Trade Council (JFTC) is sponsoring JFTC Essay Competition 2015 to encourage students, young researchers and business people to express their opinions on matters of national and international importance.

Topic: “Promoting Globalization within Japan: An action plan to attract overseas investment, human resources, and other resources”

After a long period of economic slump in Japan, some encouraging signs of sustainable development finally are appearing, and some analysts are reassessing the value of the Japanese economy.

However, behind the façade of a promising prospect lies the problem of the dwindling population, which has been pointed out as one of the critical issues that Japan must tackle in the medium- to long-term. Japan’s population peaked in 2008 and has been on a declining trend since. There is a strong and deep concern that the decline in the labor force population and the contraction of various domestic industry markets will advance further in the future.

Focusing on the state of Japan in the medium- to long-term, i.e., 20-30 years, please send us your constructive and creative ideas for the “promotion of globalization within Japan” which are not confined merely to the “deregulation theory.”

Eligibility Requirements:

Anyone can apply for the Essay Competition, regardless of nationality or age.

Word-Limit:

English (4,000words) or Japanese (10,000characters).
Each essay MUST BE accompanied by an essay summary of no more than 400words in English/ 800 Japanese characters.

Prizes:

One Grand Prize of ¥1,000,000
Three Prizes for Excellence of ¥200,000 each
The award winners from abroad will be provided with a round trip air ticket to Tokyo, Japan to attend the award ceremony to be held on January 6, 2016.

Submission:

Essays must be submitted in the specified format sheet
all submissions must be original and should be submitted with complete fill out of an entry form

Announcement:

Award winners will be publicly announced on December 11, 2015.
The award winners from abroad will be provided with a round trip air ticket to Tokyo, Japan to attend the award ceremony to be held on January 6, 2016.

Contact

Japan Foreign Trade Council, Inc., Public Relations & Research Group
6th Floor, World Trade Center Building, 2-4-1, Hamamatsu-cho, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-6106, Japan
Tel: +81-3-3435-5964 E-mail: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Japan Foreign Trade Council (JFTC) Essay Competition

July 7, 2015 1 comment

2016 Omidyar Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Santa Fe Institute, USA (Full Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 7, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 10th 2015

The Omidyar Fellowship at the Santa Fe Institute is unique among postdoctoral appointments. The Institute has no formal programs or departments. Research is collaborative and spans the physical, natural, and social sciences.

As thought leaders who shape the future of science, Omidyar Fellows participate in a provocative training program structured to develop leadership skills throughout their three-year residencies and beyond.

The program focuses on sustained mentoring relationships with SFI resident and external faculty, skill development workshops, off-campus research and teaching experiences, and the variety of scholarly leadership and science management opportunities at SFI.

Santa Fe Institute offers you:

– transdisciplinary collaboration with leading researchers worldwide
– up to three years in residence in Santa Fe, New Mexico
– discretionary research and collaboration funds
– competitive salary and generous benefits
– a structured leadership training program
– unparalleled intellectual freedom

Requirements:

a Ph.D. in any discipline (or expected Ph.D. by September 2016)
strong computational and quantitative skills
an exemplary academic record
a proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively
a demonstrated interest in multidisciplinary research
evidence of the ability to think outside traditional paradigms

Applications are welcome from:

candidates from any country
candidates from any discipline
women and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply

Application Materials:

Interested candidates must submit the following:

Curriculum vitae (including publications list).
Statement of research interests (max. 2 pages) including a short description of the research you would like to pursue and why.
Description of interest in SFI (max. 1 page) that describes your potential contribution to the SFI community and also explains the potential impact of SFI on your research. Consider addressing one or more of the following: What kind of input from other fields would most improve your future research? What type of multidisciplinary workshop might you want to organize during your Fellowship? What aspects of your present or future research are difficult to pursue in a traditional academic environment?
Three letters of recommendation from scholars who know your work. (The letters should be sent independent of the application. When you complete the online application, please be prepared to provide e-mail addresses of the three individuals who will recommend you. SFI will contact them directly with instructions for submitting letters.)
(Optional) A copy of one paper you have written in English, either published or unpublished.

Inquiries: email to [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 Omidyar Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Santa Fe Institute,

July 7, 2015 0 comments

2015 International Citizen Media Award (€1000 Euros Cash Prize)

by lanredahunsi July 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 30th of September 2015

Topic: Our World, our Dignity, our Future – Sustainable Development and Engagement

The International Citizen Media Award 2015 intends to honor tremendous international work in the field of citizen media and its products in the categories VIDEO and AUDIO that have been created by private, non-commercial producers.

The award distinguishes the dedication of citizens of all countries and their audiovisual products and their reporting concerning locally, regionally, globally and socially relevant topics.

Requirements:

Producers: single participants, groups, associations, civil initiatives, school classes and especially producers, actors and editorial teams in the field of citizen media work, resident in any location outside of Germany
Only one product per producer
Production period: between 1st of October 2014 and 30th of September 2015
Duration: No product should be longer than 20 minutes
Language: English

Prizes:

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Registration
There are several ways to deliver your product:

As Video DVD
As Audio CD (only applies to products in the category “Audio”)
As Mini DV tape or DVCAM tape
As File*, saved on one of the following storage devices: DVD, CD, USB flash drive, SD card
Online via FTP download or a filehoster or permanently available on a video portal (like YouTube)

Application Form:

In order to register for the 2nd International Citizen Media Award, you have to sign the application form and send it to us (if you contact us online, provive a scan of the signed form) – in one delivery with your product. Otherwise, your submission will be revoked.

Application form
Application form

Don’t forget to properly mark the storage device (in case you send it online, include all necessary information in the file name):

Your Name
Title of the product
Date of production
Category

By post:

Bürgerhaus Bennohaus
Keyword: ICMA 2015
Bennostr. 5
48155 Münster
Germany

E-mail adress : [email protected] (including a download link to the product)

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 International Citizen Media Award

July 6, 2015 2 comments

2015 CCMP Fellowships for Journalists to Attend the UN Climate Negotiations in Paris, France (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 31, 2015

The Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) led by Internews’ Earth Journalism Network have launched Fellowship opportunities for journalists to attend the 21st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) being held in Paris, France.

Formed in 2007 by Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN), Panos London and the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED), the CCMP has brought developing country journalists to the annual UN climate summits since 2007.

This has enabled them to cover the summit for their home media organizations, work with experienced and knowledgeable journalists from around the world, and gain a multifaceted understanding of climate change’s global impact. Numerous regional organizations also play a supporting role in the partnership.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for this Fellowship, applicants must:

Be a professional journalist from or representing an established media house.
Fill out the application form at the link below, including answering essay questions that illustrate his/her commitment to reporting on climate change issues
Be available to travel to Paris, France with arrival in Paris on November 30, 2015 and leave no earlier than Dec 13, 2015.
Provide a letter of support from an editor, producer or supervisor who can confirm your ability to publish or broadcast your material in an established media organization. Freelancers are welcome to apply, but must provide this letter of support

Benefits:

CCMP will cover travel, lodging and daily subsistence expenses, arrange press accreditation at COP21, and provide other support services.
During the COP 21, the Fellows will benefit from a series of specially designed activities, including an orientation session, daily breakfast briefings, and most likely a field trip and a media clinic.
Please note that, although the costs for visas will be reimbursed, the process of obtaining a visa is a Fellow’s responsibility.

Application:

Criteria for evaluating applicants will include the prospective Fellow’s demonstrated interest in climate change issues; their audience; and the ability of the Fellowship to provide an opportunity for those journalists who might not otherwise have a chance to cover such events.
Journalists will be asked to submit also examples of their work, which can be sent in a native language. Nevertheless, a good command of English is expected in answering the essay questions.
In addition to selecting the initial slate of Fellows, targeted to be announced in September, 2015, a waitlist will also be created to select additional journalists if more funding becomes available.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 CCMP Fellowships for Journalists to Attend the UN Climate Negotiations in Paris, France (Fully Funded)

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2015 CGAP (Consultative Group to Assist the Poor) Photo Contest

by lanredahunsi July 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 9th 2015 midnight EST

Over the past decade, the annual CGAP Photo Contest has documented the remarkable ways that access to formal financial services can improve poor people’s day-to-day activities.

During this time much has changed. New innovations, such as digital financial services, offer great promise for better serving poor customers. Now in its 10th year, the annual CGAP Photo Contest aims to demonstrate the ways financial inclusion can help poor people transition out of poverty and lead more financially secure lives.

WHO:

The 2015 CGAP Photo Contest is open to all photographers at least 18 years old. (The operational team of CGAP, the World Bank, and their immediate families are excluded from participating.)

2015 CGAP Photo Contest Theme:

Digital Finance – Unbanked people are increasingly gaining access to financial services through mobile phones and other digital channels. Show us how poor customers are using digital services.
Smallholders Families – Smallholder farming households represent the largest client segment by livelihood of those living on less than US$2 a day. Show us how smallholder farmers and their families are putting financial services to use.
Women’s Use of Financial Services – Improving access to financial services helps women achieve economic freedom to make better choices – not only for themselves but also for their families. Show us how women around the world are improving their lives with financial services.
Small Business Enterprises – Providing access to finance for a small business owner might allow them to pursue her dream, support her family, and create jobs in her community. Show us how low-income entrepreneurs are using financial services to grow their businesses.

Entries must be:

The original work of the entrant
Non-infringing of the rights of others
Respectful of the rights, sensitivities, and culture of persons depicted
An accurate reflection of the subject matter and scene as it appeared, without alteration (other than standard optimization, including removal of dust, cropping, adjustments to color and contrast, etc.)

Prize:

Grand Prize Winner
US$2000 gift certificate for photography equipment and accessories and a display in Times Square on PR Newswire Jumbotron
Second Prize winner
US$500 gift certificate for photography equipment
Third Prize Winner
US$250 gift certificate for photography equipment
People’s Choice Winner
US$250 gift certificate for photography equipment and accessories. Voting for the People’s Choice Award begins September 10th and ends September 17

Regional Winners
One winner will be chosen from each region, based on the country in which the photo was taken. US$200 gift certificate for photography equipment

Latin America and Caribbean
Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Middle East and North Africa
Sub-Saharan Africa
South Asia
East Asia and Pacific

HOW:

Up to 20 photographs may be submitted per person. Entries may be entered by uploading digital files.

FILE REQUIREMENTS:

Digital images or scans of prints may be uploaded. Original files of camera-made digital photos may not exceed three megabytes (3 MB).
CGAP cannot be responsible for lost, damaged, late or misdirected entries, or for faulty uploading connections, garbled transmissions, unauthorized intervention, or technical malfunctions.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 CGAP (Consultative Group to Assist the Poor) Photo Contest

July 6, 2015 1 comment

2016 CIPE /Atlas Corp Think Tank LINKS Fellowship for Young Professionals from Developing Countries, USA (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 15th 2015

CIPE and Atlas Corps have jointly launched the new Think Tank LINKS (Leaders, Innovators, and Knowledge Sharing) Fellowship. This innovative, all-expenses paid program is an opportunity for talented young professionals from developing countries with strong research backgrounds to shadow leading U.S. think tanks for six months.

In addition, Fellows will be enrolled in a professional development training program and join a growing network of nonprofit leaders from around the world.

Eligibility:

CIPE and Atlas Corps are looking for qualified candidates who have:

Demonstrated research background relating to issues of democracy and/or economic reform.
Bachelors degree or higher, preferably in Economics, Public Policy, Finance, or a related field .
At least two (2) years of professional experiences with proven record of research-based work.
Proficiency in English (both in writing and speaking).
Age 35 or younger.
Currently working for a think tank, policy research institution, or a similar organization.

After the initial screening by CIPE and Atlas Corps, top applicants will be interviewed and selected by the respective Host Organization’s staff. Preference will be given to non-OECD applicants.

Location:

Fellows will be based at leading think tanks in Washington, DC area for six months (January through July).
They will serve 40 hours per week at their host think tanks, focused on a mutually agreed-upon research topic that relates to democratic and/or economic reforms.
Fellows are expected to publish their research during the program through articles, blogs, and presentations.

Logistics:

CIPE and Atlas Corps will provide Fellows with logistical support regarding visa, health insurance, stipend, and international travel.
Fellows will also receive a monthly living stipend that covers basic housing, food, and transportation for one person.

Responsibilities of Think Tank LINKS Fellows:

Conduct research on a topic that relates to democratic or economic reforms.
Produce research results that meet the thematic and quality criteria set by CIPE, Atlas Corps, and the host think tank.
Contribute to CIPE’s Development Blog (www.cipe.org/blog) to highlight key findings.
Participate in Atlas Corps Global Leadership Lab training sessions.
Attend orientation, roundtable discussions, and other activities as required by CIPE, Atlas Corps, and the host think tank.
If selected, pay a USD $250 participation fee, which will be returned upon successful completion of the fellowship.
Return to home country after the Fellowship.

How to apply:

Submit an online application at: bit.ly/FellowApplication.
Select “Atlas Corps-CIPE Think Tank LINKS Fellowship” as the response to the question, “Please let us know where you learned about Atlas Corps.”
Attach a writing sample (in English) that demonstrates your research, writing, and analytical skills. It should be in Word document or PDF file, and it should be no more than 10 pages.
Follow the instructions on the application to attach two (2) letters of recommendations from individuals who know you in a professional capacity and can write about your skills and experiences as well as your potential for success as a Think Tank LINKS Fellow. One of the letters should be from your current employer.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Atlas Corps-CIPE Think Tank LINKS Fellowship

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2016 UNAOC Entrepreneurs for Social Change (E4SC) Programme , Torino Itlay (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 22nd July 2015, 11:59 PM, New York time.

When: 18th to 25th October 2015 in Torino, Italy

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a social entrepreneur?
Do you want to create social and economic opportunities for you and for others around you?
Do you want to improve intercultural relations in your community and across the Mediterranean?
Do you have the courage to challenge yourself?

The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and Fondazione CRT are organizing an 8-day training which will bring together 20 young people from the Euro-Mediterranean region to enhance the skills needed to boost a business idea with a social mission, and be a powerful motor of economic development and social inclusion.

In addition to this training, the selected 20 young adults will receive feedback from peers,

mentoring from experienced social entrepreneurs and will be matched with potential investors. The event will be organized at Fondazione CRT premises in Torino (Italy) from 18 to 25 October 2015.

Entrepreneurs for Social Change is a one-year programme of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and Fondazione CRT, which aims to support young social entrepreneurs in the Euro-Med region.

The programme offers a one-week intensive training for 20 social entrepreneurs who are selected through a competitive call for applications from the 26 countries that border the Mediterranean Sea. Ten experts from the roster of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations provide training sessions on building business models, fundraising, generating employment, facilitating intercultural understanding, engaging local communities, and addressing marginalization.

After the training, the social entrepreneurs have the opportunity to benefit from both one-on-one and group mentoring sessions. Through these, participants practically apply lessons they learn during the training, approach potential investors, strengthen their business plans, and test their social impact. One mentor works with each trainee for a period of 9 months to incubate his/her entrepreneurial idea and help move it forward.

The applicant:

• Has a social enterprise (or be in the process of establishing a social enterprise) which is either leveraging cultural and religious diversity or promoting broader social change and can potentially create economic opportunities and social inclusion for a specific community or across communities.

The social enterprise can already be established or be in itsinitial stages, the applicant must demonstrate how its idea is grounded and sustainable.

• Has a date of birth between 15th October 1979 and 15th October 1997.

• Holds a passport valid until at least 30th April 2016 (for a visa to be issued, a passport needs to be valid for at least 6 months after the expected date of entry into the country issuing the visa).

• Lives in and be of nationality from a Euro-Med country.

• Is fluent in spoken English

Eligible Countries

Albania, Algeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kosovo, Lebanon, Libya, Macedonia, Malta, Montenegro, Morocco, Palestinian territories, Portugal, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey

Application Process:

You need to submit an application package which must include the following documents:

• The application form (see separate document);

• A scan of the identification page of your current valid international passport

• Your resume/curriculum vitae, in English, with a maximum of 3

Selection criteria

Organizers of the training will adopt the following selection criteria to shortlist the

best 40 candidates:

• Applicant’s background;

• Objectives of the social enterprise;

• Capacity to frame social context and diversity issues;

• Capacity to address cultural/religious challenges;

• Capacity of the social enterprise to generate employment;

• Financial sustainability of the social enterprise.

The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by a selection panel between 25th July

and 15th August 2015.

The shortlisted candidates will be required to send additional documents at the request of the organizers. The 20 successful candidates will be selected by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations

Benefits:

There is no participation fee,
All selected participants will be provided with round0trip international tickets to Torino

(most direct route, economy class) and accommodation once in Torino. Meals and

coffee breaks will be provided during the training.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 UNAOC Entrepreneurs for Social Change (E4SC) Programme

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2015/2016 Harvard Academy Scholars Program for Postgraduate Study at Harvard University, USA(Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: October 1st 2015

Open to all recent PhD recipients and doctoral candidates.

The Academy Scholars Program identifies and supports outstanding scholars at the start of their careers whose work combines disciplinary excellence in the social sciences (including history and law) with a command of the language, history, or culture of non-Western countries or regions. Their scholarship may elucidate domestic, comparative, or transnational issues, past or present.

The Academy Scholars are a select community of individuals with resourcefulness, initiative, curiosity, and originality, whose work in non-Western cultures or regions shows promise as a foundation for exceptional careers in major universities or international institutions.

Academy Scholars are appointed for two years by the Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies and are provided time, guidance, and access to Harvard University facilities.

Eligibility Requirements:

The competition for these awards is open only to recent PhD (or comparable professional school degree) recipients and doctoral candidates.
Those still pursuing a PhD should have completed their routine training and be well along in the writing of their theses before applying to become Academy Scholars; those in possession of a PhD longer than three years are ineligible.

Worth:

Postdoctoral Academy Scholars will receive an annual stipend of $67,000, and predoctoral Academy Scholars will receive an annual stipend of $31,000.
This stipend is supplemented by funding for conference and research travel, research assistants, and health insurance coverage. Some teaching is permitted but not required.

How to Apply

All application materials need to arrive by the deadline of October 1. We do not accept late applications.

The completed application will include:

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae (CV) or resumé
Research proposal (2500 word maximum)
Official PhD program transcript
Three letters of recommendation

The mailing address for the official PhD program transcript is:

The Academy Scholars Program
Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies
Weatherhead Center for International Affairs
1727 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
USA

For express mail services requiring a telephone number, use 617.495.2137.

Letters should be addressed to the “Selection Committee.”
Letters of recommendation need to arrive by the deadline of October 1.

Questions should be emailed to:
[email protected]

Timeline:

Finalists must be available to travel for a personal interview on our December 15, 2015 interview date.
The Harvard Academy will arrange and pay for all travel and hotel accommodations for the finalists to interview in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Harvard Academy Scholars Program for Postgraduate Study at Harvard

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2016 American Middle Eastern Network for Dialogue at Stanford (AMENDS) Conference, USA (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 4, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 15th, 2015

What: 2016 American Middle Eastern Network for Dialogue at Stanford (AMENDS) Conference
Where: Stanford University, California
When: Spring 2016 | April 6th – April 10th 2016

American Middle Eastern Network for Dialogue at Stanford (AMENDS) is a student initiative at Stanford University that brings together the most promising youth change agents from across the Middle East, North Africa, and United States to learn from each other, connect with global leaders and resources, and share, through TED style talks, their ideas and experiences with the world.

About the Conference:
– The 2016 AMENDS Conference will take place from Wednesday, April 6th – Sunday, April 10th.
– The 5th annual delegate conference will be hosted at Stanford University, CA.
– Approximately 24 delegates will be selected to come to Stanford.
– The last conference at Stanford, AMENDS selected 32 delegates from a pool of over 500 applicants.
– Applications will be accepted until September 15th. No extensions will be granted.

AMENDS has three main components: networking, summit, and the AMENDS Talks. During the summit, delegates will share their ideas, collaborate on their initiatives, and interact with world leaders in workshops, panel discussions, and formal networking events. The conference will culminate in the AMENDS Talks, presentations from all of the delegates on their initiatives, ideas, and experiences. These presentations will be shared online for the world to see.

Five years ago, the protests across the Middle East inspired us to create a space for the most promising youth change agents from across the Middle East, North Africa, and United States to collaborate on their work, connect with global leaders and resources, and amplify their voices. Since then, AMENDS has brought together over 120 extraordinary youth leaders from eighteen countries, reached nearly 70,000 people from around the globe, and created relationships that will continue to transform the United States and the Middle East.

Selection:
Delegates will be selected based on the level of their dedication to promoting change in the MENA region and/or in U.S.- MENA relations.
AMENDS will also heavily consider the past experiences and backgrounds of each delegate that will enable him/her to contribute a unique perspective to the conference, in order to ensure a rich, diverse group of delegates.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must:
– be 18 – 28 years old.
– have innovative ideas and well thought-out initiatives that could affect positive change in the world.
– have initiatives addressing political, social, or economic issues pertaining to the Middle East in innovative ways.
– demonstrate the potential to further understanding between the respective regions and demonstrate – -potential to influence American-Middle Eastern affairs.

Accepted delegates will:
– Present a 10-12 minute video talk about their initiative at Stanford University. Hosted on our channel, these talks have nearly over 70,000 people.
– Attend a networking dinner.
– Receive financial and logistical assistance with flights and visas to and from Stanford, CA. Accommodations and food will be provided.
– Attend workshops and talks at Stanford. In the past, this has included a talk by Prince Moulay Hicham, a workshop on presenting by the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and a workshop on design thinking by the Stanford d.school.
– Join and take leadership in the AMEND Fellows Network, a self-sustaining network of 120 former delegates.

For the past 3 years, a separate conference has been held annually for fellows at Koç University in Istanbul, Turkey.

Apply Now to Attend the American Middle Eastern Network for Dialogue at Stanford (AMENDS) Conference

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the AMENDS Conference 2016

July 4, 2015 0 comments

2015 International Student Competition Scholarships to attend Domus Academy School of Design in Milan, Italy

by lanredahunsi July 2, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: Varying

There are number of scholarships available for prosprective students to the Domus Academy in Milan, Italy. Domus Academy is a private school of design in Milan, Italy. It offers post-graduate and professional courses in fashion, industrial design, and design management.

Fashion Brand Communicator Competition

Master in Fashion Styling and Visual Merchandising in partnership with Vogue Talents – January 2016

The Fashion Brand Communicator Competition
Visualizing inspirational elements for the Fashion Stylist and Visual Merchandiser

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Brief

Candidates will have to present a comprehensive project, based on the creation of an inspirational moodboard that could be useful to suggest new ideas, in order to foster new creative elements for the Fashion Stylist and/or Visual Merchandiser.

Candidates will act as a magnifier, keeping their eye always open to beauty and originality, in order to reveal and catch different “elements and details” of their town, producing a personal visual inspirational project.

Deadline

The works must be mailed to Domus Academy by and not later than September 14th 2015.
Candidates will be informed about the results of the competition by e-mail on October 5th 2015

APPLY ONLINE

Social Kitchen competition

Master in Interior & Living Design in partnership with Bitossi Home – January 2016

Domus Academy in collaboration with Bitossi Home is launching a competition for designing the concept for the future ‘social kitchen’, where the borders between social and personal spaces seem to continuously slide both in conceptual and physical terms.

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Brief

We invite the candidates to explore the concept of a kitchen that is able to answer to the evolving human needs and expectations in relation to social and private living.

Deadline

The works must be mailed to Domus Academy by and not later than 2nd October 2015.
Candidates will be informed about the results of the competition by e-mail on 26th October 2015.

APPLY ONLINE

Bastards Everywhere competition

Master in Visual Brand Design in partnership with the brand Bastard – January 2016

Bastard is a Milan-based brand that designs, produces and sells technical clothing and equipment for snowboard, skateboard and streetwear.

Brief

Bastard wants to create new collections of products based on the visual tradition of different countries. Imagine your country is one of these, and design the image of the new brand: a new bastard logo for the collection, clothes tags, a paper or fabric bag to bring the purchase home from the shop, advertising for magazines, a postcard to be distributed in the shop and in selected clubs, special elements or details that would enrich the collection (stickers, pins, gadgets, products containers, shop decorations to celebrate the new collections)

Deadline

The works must be mailed to Domus Academy by and not later than 2nd October 2015.
Candidates will be informed about the results of the competition by e-mail on 26th October 2015.

APPLY ONLINE

Paper works must be sent to:
Domus Academy
The Fashion Brand Communicator Competition
Master Program in Fashion Styling and Visual Merchandising
Via Carlo Darwin, 20 – 20143 Milan – Italy

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Domus International Student Competition

July 2, 2015 0 comments

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2016/2017 Africa’s Land and Food Fellowship’ (ALFF) Programme for study in Royal Agricultural university, UK (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi July 2, 2015

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Application Deadlines:

Expression of Interest: 31st August 2015

Completing Full Application: 31st October 2015

The African Fellowship Trust is a registered UK charity with overview of the ‘Africa’s Land and Food Fellowship’ (ALFF) programme. The ALFF programme offers Scholarships for African students to study at the Royal Agricultural University at Cirencester in the UK, with industrial placements at South Africa’s Stellenbosch University.

The African Fellowship Trust maintains close contact with Fellows when they return home in order to monitor progress on projects and careers.

Since the Fellowship was launched in 2005, over £1.8 million has been generously provided by the private sector, foundations and charities in support of the programme. Since 2012 the UK Government has also supported Fellows through Chevening Scholarships.

This funding is provided for leadership training; the development of professional networks and supporting industrial experience, together with study opportunities on Master’s programmes in agriculture, agri-business, food and rural development at the Royal Agricultural University.

The Fellowship Details:

The programme is linked to four Masters Programmes: MSc’s in International Rural Development, Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security and Business Management plus the MBA in International Food and Agri-business.

Eligbility Requirements:

Fellowships are open to Africans from Sub-Saharan Africa who have experience in agriculture, agri-business, food or natural resource management; an interest in land reform; and a desire to make a strategic and sustainable contribution to Africa’s development. In short, tomorrow’s innovators and leaders.

Fellowship Worth:

Scholarships cover tuition fees, board and accommodation, flights to and from the UK, provision for networking and a short industrial placement either in Africa or in the UK.
Scholarships also cover incidental costs whilst in the UK and on placement; however, applicants are advised that funding does not include provision for home and family costs.
Furthermore, Fellows are expected to return to their own countries following their UK studies to complete their programme and ‘begin to make a difference’.

Application Deadline:

Nationals from sub-Saharan Africa are invited to apply for a Fellowship. In order to help you focus on the main objectives of the programme, we are introducing a two-stage process; Expressions of interest (EOI), followed by an invitation to apply to the Royal Agricultural University (and other possible funders).

Step 1: Completing an Expression of Interest (1st July to 31st August 2015)

Applicants are invited to express their interest in the Fellowship programme (EOI) by completing a shortened application form consisting of a short CV and a response to two key development questions.
In this EOI RAU are particularly interested to hear about the development challenges facing your community or business sector and would like to know how you think you could make a difference when you return home after completing the Fellowship programme.
Download the Expression of Interest form.This EOI should be e-mailed to [email protected].

Step 2: Completing a Full Application (14th September – 31st October 2015}

Those long-listed from the submitted EOI’s will be sent a Fellowship application form to complete along with forms for Referees.

If you have submitted your EOI by e-mail, we will send forms back to the e-mail used; if you have posted the EOI then we will also send you the application forms by post

Enquiries: email [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016/2017 Africa’s Land and Food Fellowship’ (ALFF) Programme

July 2, 2015 3 comments

2016 National Geographic Society /Buffett Award for Leadership in African Conservation.

by lanredahunsi July 2, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Nomination Deadline: January 22nd 2016

The National Geographic Society is currently soliciting nominations for the 2016 Buffett Award for Leadership in African Conservation.

Since 2002, the award has honored the unsung heroes of conservation, celebrating the recipient’s achievements and supporting ongoing work in conserving nature or culture in Africa. The award includes a $25,000 grant.

Past recipients of the National Geographic Society/Buffett Award have conducted

conservation research on elephants and the bush-meat trade in Tanzania,
worked to ensure that local communities in Uganda benefit from conservation initiatives,
developed sustainable agricultural practices for small farmers in Cameroon, and more.
(You can learn much more about past awardees and their work here.)

Nomination Process:

Award recipients are chosen from nominations submitted to National Geographic.
After nominations are screened by advisors and other conservation experts, a selection of names is forwarded to the Howard G. Buffett Foundation for review.
Final selection is made by the National Geographic Society.

The award was established through a generous gift from the Howard G. Buffett Foundation. Mr. Buffett is a farmer, businessman, conservationist, and photographer. He serves on the NGS Council of Advisors and in 2007 was named Ambassador Against Hunger by the UN World Food Program.

How to Submit Nominations

To submit a nomination, please complete the online nomination form below, including a description of achievements that merit the award.
Be sure to include details about the nominee’s major conservation successes in the face of unique challenges. Nominations must be received no later than January 22, 2016.
You can also download a nomination form and email it to Dr. Catherine Workman at [email protected].
The award will be presented at National Geographic Society headquarters in Washington, D.C., in the summer of 2016.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 National Geographic Society /Buffett Award for Leadership in African Conservation.

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2015 African Economic Research Consortium PhD Thesis Research Awards (US$USD 6,000)

by lanredahunsi July 2, 2015

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Application Deadline: July 31st 2015

Each year African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) offers a limited number of awards with a maximum value of US$6,000 towards PhD thesis research.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for consideration,

The request must come from an African national enrolled in a doctoral degree programme in Economics at a recognized university.
He/she must be in the research and/or writing phase of the dissertation.

Requests should be supported by the following documentation:

Evidence of an attachment to, or sponsorship by, an institution in sub-Saharan Africa engaged in economic management, research and/or training in the public sector.
Evidence of registration in a recognized PhD programme in Economics.
An approved research proposal, complete with clearly defined objectives, substantial literature review and a well-outlined analytical framework, as well as pertinent research methodology.
A statement of limitations and policy relevance of the study.
A letter of reference from the thesis supervisor.
A detailed budget including evidence of any additional financial support that may be necessary to complete the programme.
Curriculum vitae.

Application Processing:

Upon the receipt of the proposal and the supporting documentation, the proposal is sent to two external reviewers, who comment on the adequacy of the proposal.
In the event that the reviewers suggest corrections to be made and give positive feedback, the comments from the reviewers are sent to the students to incorporate the suggested corrections and then resubmit the proposal for a final review.
Once the proposal is cleared by at least two reviewers, the reviewed proposals and the comments of the external reviewers are presented to the Training Sub-Committee of AERC during the Biannual Research Workshops (held in June and December), who go through the recommendations of the reviewers and make recommendation to the Programme Committee to approve for funding.
It is after this that research grants can be awarded.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the AERC PhD Thesis Research Awards

July 2, 2015 0 comments

French Tech Ticket Programme for non-french Entrepreneurs to launch their Business in Paris France.

by lanredahunsi July 2, 2015

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Deadline: Ongoing

French Tech Ticket Programme for startups around the world to launch their business in Paris France.

The French Tech Ticket is a program designed for non-french entrepreneurs from all over the world who want to set-up their startup in Paris.

Eligibility:

Foreign founding teams of up to 3 people : 0 or 1 French people accepted per team.
English or French speaking The program will be held in english.
A startup project : Startups must be in the creation or growth phase.(consulting firms and import-export businesses are not eligible to the Paris French Tech Ticket)
Full-time team in Paris Founders are ready to live in Paris for at least 6 months and devote 100% of their time to their project.

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Benefits:

Prize Money

Prize money of €12,500, awarded to each founder, renewable once at the end of the 6 month program

Resident Permit

Fast-track procedure to obtain a French residence permit.

Mentoring

Tailored program of events and mentoring sessions to support your startup’s development.

Landing Pack

A guide to living and working in Paris to help foreign entrepreneurs relocating to the French capital.

Help Desk

A dedicated contact to help foreign entrepreneurs with administrative procedures.

Incubator

Free office space in the heart of Paris at a leading incubator.

Timeline:

2015 DECEMBER : 50 winners announced

2016 JANUARY : Program begins

2016 JUNE : Progress report & Prize renewals

2016 DECEMBER : End of 2016 batch

Apply Now for the French Ticket Programme

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the French Ticket Programme

July 2, 2015 1 comment

2015 FAO Committe for Food Security (CFS) 42 Youth for Food Security and Nutrition (Y4FSN) Idea Incubator

by lanredahunsi July 2, 2015

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Application Deadline: July 31st 2015

Youth are invited to pitch their idea/initiative which engages youth in agriculture and food systems in a 3 minute video outlining how their initiative will help end hunger and malnutrition. All videos will be featured on the Youth Idea Incubator page of the CFS website.

Ten youth will be selected to deliver their pitch in person to a panel comprised of inspiring individuals working on youth engagement and food security and nutrition, including entrepreneurs, social leaders, academics, and others.
Youth will receive feedback on their ideas and establish contacts with a network of actors engaged in food security and nutrition.
They will also be invited to participate in the full CFS plenary week.

The objective of the event is to facilitate capacity development of youth through feedback from inspiring individuals on their proposals to address food security and nutrition and networking opportunities with key stakeholders.

CFS is looking for youth who are tackling food insecurity and malnutrition. Are you:

Someone with a bright idea about how to engage youth to end hunger and malnutrition?
Are you 15 – 35?
An engaging and inspiring speaker?

How to Participate:

You’re invited to pitch your idea/initiative which engages youth in agriculture and food systems in a (maximum) 3 minute video outlining how your initiative will help end hunger and malnutrition.
Upload the video to YouTube or other video hosting website with the hashtag #Y4FSN_CFS by July 31st, 2015 and send the link to [email protected]

Guidelines for Video Submissions

The format should be MOV, MPEG, AVI, or MP4
The submission must not include images that are copyrighted, obscene, pornographic or libelous
Only one entry per person only

You should introduce yourself and what your idea is and how you would propose to accomplish it. The more passionate you are about your idea the more people will want to engage with you. Tell us how your idea transforms the status quo to engage youth more effectively in ending hunger and malnutrition

Benefits:

Ten entries will be selected to deliver their pitch in person to a panel. Youth will receive feedback on their ideas and establish contacts with a network of actors engaged in food security and nutrition. Selected youth will be notified in early September.
All travel costs and accommodation for youth speakers will be covered by CFS.
All other ideas received will be featured on the official webpage.

Timeline:

Call for Videos is published and disseminated: 1 July 2015
Deadline for video submission, all videos available on CFS website Youth Incubator page: 1 August 2015
Ten youth who submitted videos are contacted to arrange participation in CFS 42: 1 September 2015
Panelists are invited to review youth videos/ideas in advance: 15 September 2015
Event at CFS 42: 12 October 2015, 17.30 – 19.00 Iraq Room, FAO, Rome, Italy

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the CFS 42 Youth for Food Security and Nutrition (Y4FSN) Idea Incubator

July 2, 2015 0 comments

2015 Points North Fellowships for Documentary Film Makers

by lanredahunsi July 2, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 24, 2015 @ midnight

The Points North Fellowship is a unique opportunity for five documentary filmmakers (or filmmaking teams) to develop their feature-length works-in-progress through a combination of focused industry mentorship, workshops, meetings and a public pitch session at the Camden International Film Festival.

he fellowship begins with a full day of intensive pitch training and focused industry mentorship prior to the start of the festival. These sessions will prepare filmmakers to pitch their projects to an international delegation of funders, broadcasters, distributors and producers before a live audience at the Points North Pitch on September 19. Each pitch lasts exactly 7 minutes, followed by 10 minutes of critical feedback.

Past panelists include representatives from:

BBC
HBO
A&E IndieFilms
ARTE
POV
PBS
Al Jazeera America
ITVS
Ford Foundation
Sundance Institute
Tribeca Film Institute
Cinereach
Catapult Film Fund
The Fledgling Fund
San Francisco Film Society
Chicken & Egg Pictures
LEF Foundation
Participant Media
Naked Edge Films
The Orchard

Eligibility Requirements:

The Points North Fellowship is open to filmmakers from all regions and nationalities with feature-length documentaries in progress.

Benefits:

Following the festival, all Points North Fellows will receive a ticket to the Cinema Eye Honors (held in mid-January), an invitation to CIFF’s annual Cinema Eye Nominees Party and two nights of accommodations in New York.
Taking place four months after the pitch, these events will give fellows an opportunity to connect with the wider documentary community and follow up on their pitches by setting up targeted one-on-one meetings with industry delegates.
Selected fellows will receive two VIP passes to the festival, four nights of accommodations and a stipend to subsidize their travel to Camden. The Fellowship also includes two nights of accommodations in NYC for additional industry meetings in January 2016, plus tickets to the Cinema Eye Honors.

Apply Now for the 2015 Points North Fellowships for Documentary Film Makers

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Points North Fellowships for Documentary Film Makers

July 2, 2015 0 comments

2015 Alliance for Science Journalism Fellowship at Cornell University,USA

by lanredahunsi July 1, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: Ongoing

The Alliance for Science at Cornell University is now accepting applications for its inaugural round of agricultural science journalism fellowships. The fellowship seeks to promote in-depth, contextualized reporting on topics/issues related to food security, crop production, biotechnology, and sustainable agricultural practices.

The Alliance for Science is a communications initiative with the mission to promote access to scientific innovation as a means of enhancing food security, improving environmental sustainability and raising the quality of life globally.

There are two fellowship tracks:

Individual Track: One to three award (s) of $5,000 – $15,000 to individual journalists

Collaborative Track: Award of $25,000 to a collaborative team of two individuals, one from a developing country and one from a developed country.

Application Requirements:

Applications must include the following:

• Indication of Fellowship Track (Individual or Collaborative)
• A description of the proposed project, including indication of media outlet and the distribution plan. Limit 1000 words
• A detailed budget estimate, including a breakdown of travel costs. If you are applying for a Collaborative Fellowship you must indicate how the money will be shared across team members’ contributions
• Three samples of published work preferably representative of the media you propose for the project. In the case of Collaborative Fellowships all members of the proposed team must submit three samples.
• One to two letters of recommendation. Letters from prospective producers or editors encouraged.
• A copy of the resume of each applicant.
• Project start and completion date.

Where to Apply: Please email all documents in a single PDF to [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Alliance for Science Journalism Fellowship

July 1, 2015 0 comments

2015 Miss.Africa Seed Funding for women and girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields ($USD5,000 grant)

by lanredahunsi July 1, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: November 15, 2015

Miss.Africa Initiative led by DCA Academy, is announcing a Seed Fund in Africa that will a small grants to support women and girls in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields to launch or expand their own initiatives that will increase their digital opportunities in IT related training, jobs and leadership roles.

The program is interested in learning about successful activities that are currently supporting women and girls in STEM, and through this effort, Miss Africa identify how we might support scalability and their impacts.

The 2015 Seed Grant for the amount Five Thousand US dollars ($5,000) will assist the winning initiative to start or expand their capacity.

ELIGIBILITY

To apply for a Miss.Africa Seed Fund grant applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

– Current resident of an African country (including North and Sub-Saharan Africa).
– Application must be submitted in English.
– Applying as an individual (at least 18 years of age), or a representative of a non-governmental organization (NGO) or social enterprise based in Africa.
– Ability to demonstrate previous experience conducting activities supporting women and girls in computer science or STEM fields.
– Commitment to developing and contributing to a virtual community for supporting women and girls initiatives.
– Demonstrated leadership potential (references will be required for those applying for leadership funds).
– Proposed projects MUST have a tangible impact for women and girls in computer science and/or STEM- related fields.

PROJECTS
Preference will be given to projects that target under-served populations and locations, take a collaborative approach, have a high potential for growth and present an innovative use of technology.

Projects eligible for grant funding include, but are not limited to:

– Computer science workshops and trainings for women and girls
– Early incubation of female tech entrepreneurs
– Programming and app development training programs
– Hackathons and coding boot camps for girls

TIMELINE
July 1, 2015: Miss.Africa Fund Online Application opens
November 15, 2015: Miss.Africa Seed Fund Application Deadline
February 2, 2016: Round One of Miss.Africa grants announced

How to Apply:

To apply, please follow the instructions in the link below and send an Expression of Interest (EOI) to the email: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Miss.Africa Seed Funding for women and girls in the STEM Field

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2015 UNESCO/SMEX Online Course for Arab Digital Journalists

by lanredahunsi June 30, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 20th 2015

UNESCO and SMEX are developing an Arabic-language online course and open curriculum for independent media, designed by working Arab digital journalists for aspiring Arab digital journalists.

The eight-week course, delivered via a refreshed version of NetHawwal.com, will cover a range of topics, including a review of some basics with a digital spin, and new paths in journalism, such as data visualization and mobile reporting.

Development of the course is supported by UNESCO in the framework of a project funded by the Finnish Government to promote freedom of expression in the Arab region, as well as the Networks of Mediterranean Youth project (NET-MED Youth)*. Course topics were shaped in collaboration with UNESCO and 13 Arab journalists who completed this open survey.

In addition, participants will complete a companion course in digital security for digital journalists, which will focus on their safety and the safety of their sources, and will be administered in parallel to the thematic module delivered every week.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applications are invited from any of the following countries: Algeria, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Syria (including displaced Syrians), Tunisia, and Yemen.
While applicants don’t have to be professional journalists, participants will be selected to some degree on the basis of journalistic work they have already produced. Likely candidates will have a desire to develop mastery of a specific medium and type of journalism.
Most important, they will embody the journalistic aspirations of being fair and accurate, while amplifying the voices of those who have been marginalized by their societies’ shortcomings.
Balance in terms of gender and geographic distribution across target countries will also be ensured among selected participants.

Planned course modules (and accompanying digital safety topics) include:

Week 1: The Digital Journalist’s Mindset

Week 2: Writing in a Digital World

Week 3: Verification & Attribution of User Generated Content

Week 4: Mobile Reporting

Week 5: Investigative Journalism

Week 6: Data Journalism

Week 7: Entrepreneurial Journalism

Week 8: Planning, Promoting & Measuring the Impact of Your Work

Benefits

A pilot version of the eight-week course will begin August 31.
Participants who successfully complete the course will qualify for coaching as they pursue a capstone project.
Exceptional participation and production during the course will be rewarded with an invitation to an on-site workshop with top-level digital journalists in Beirut.

Apply Now for the 2015 UNESCO/SMEX Online Course for Arab Digital Journalists

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNESCO/SMEX Online Course for Arab Digital Journalists

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AFRICA PROGRAM DATES: OCTOBER 2 – NOVEMBER 18, 2016.

Eligibility

7th September – 4th December: The Programme

Fin Tech Areas of Interest:

Digital Health and Heath Information Technology Areas of Interest:

Eligibility

8th, 9th and 10th GRADERS

Entry Deadline: March 25, 2016

Eligibility : 11th and 12th GRADERS

Entry Deadline: April 29, 2016

Prizes

Select ONE of the following three topics:

Atlas Shrugged Theme

Eligibility : 12th Graders, College Undergraduates, and Graduate Students

Entry Deadline: October 23rd, 2015

Prizes

1st place $20,000 1 Winner

2nd place $2,000 3 Winners

3rd place $1,000 5 Winners

Finalists $100 25 Winners

Semifinalists $50 50 Winners

Topics

Select ONE of the following three topics:

Submit you completed application and abstract to this [email protected]

The Awards are:

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY:

By post:

E-mail adress : [email protected] (including a download link to the product)

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2016 JANUARY : Program begins

2016 JUNE : Progress report & Prize renewals

2016 DECEMBER : End of 2016 batch

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