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2016 ZMO/BGSMCS Visiting Research Fellowship for study in Germany.

by lanredahunsi May 27, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 31 August 2015
ZMO and BGSMCS are inviting applications as Visiting Researchers for the calendar year of 2016. We are interested in attracting outstanding researchers who are engaged in research projects that are relevant to the respective research profiles at ZMO and BGSMCS.

ZMO/BGSMCS are interested in attracting outstanding researchers who are engaged in research projects that are relevant to the respective research profiles at ZMO and BGSMCS.

Applicants should send their applications directly to their institution of preference – either BGSMCS or ZMO. Both ZMO and the Graduate School expect fellows to participate in their academic life, and to give one presentation on their research project.

For Whom:

The call is open for senior researchers and recent postdocs in the humanities and the social sciences.

Worth:

The call is open for senior researchers and recent postdocs in the humanities and the social sciences.
They are invited to apply for a monthly stipend (2500 EUR, covering all expenses including travel and accommodation), and a period of stay that should normally last up to three months.

Application:

The decisions are to be expected by late November.

Applications should be sent electronically by email only, and include:

Application form
A brief cover letter (1 page)
Description of a research project to be worked upon during visit (max. 3 pages)
CV, including complete list of publications
PhD Certificate (or proof of submission)

Please email the finalised application, attached as one single pdf-file in the above listed sequence, to [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the ZMO/BGSMCS Visiting Research Fellowship

May 27, 2015 0 comments

2016/2017 UAE Government IRENA Scholarship Programme for International Students,

by lanredahunsi May 26, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 15 2015

In an effort to promote human capital development, the IRENA Scholarship Programme was launched in 2012.

As part of the programme, up to 20 highly-accomplished applicants are annually awarded an International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) scholarship at the Abu Dhabi based Masdar Institute of Science and Technology (MI), with the generous support of the Government of the United Arab Emirates.

The IRENA scholarship programme offers various opportunities in addition to the Masdar Institute Scholarship. These include exclusive high-level lectures, aimed at presenting the latest developments in the field of renewable energies.

Furthermore, the scholarship programme offers: IRENA sponsored short term assignments to scholars on a case by case basis; opportunities for participation in IRENA events; internships; and most importantly, the opportunity to network.

Eligibility:

Relevant undergraduate degree from a college, university or technical college of acceptable standing in the field of science, engineering or information technology
Minimum CGPA required: 3.0 on a scale of 4.0.
Competence in spoken and written English. Minimum TOEFL score: 91 (IBT) on the international TOEFL. Minimum academic IELTS score: 6.5
Minimum GRE quantitative score: 700(or 155 on the new scale).
Academic record and credentials must indicate the ability to achieve distinction.

Scholarship Open for International Students: International students (priority will be given to applicants from developing countries) can apply for this IRENA scholarship programme.

Scholarship Worth:

All accepted students at Masdar Institute receive a full scholarship for 2 years, which includes tuition, textbooks, housing, medical insurance, laptops and travel expenses with no bonds upon graduation.
Additionally, the institute also provides each student with the cost of living allowance for other expenditures.

Selection Criteria:

The applications received for the IRENA Scholarship Programme shall be selected as per the following selection criteria, with candidates being ranked in accordance with their overall score. The top 20 students are selected.
Interest in renewable energy technologies and their applications and Interest in International Development Projects in particular specific IRENA projects.
Strong motivation and clear approach for development of knowledge, skills and experiences in a specific focus area and Preference to focus areas which are mutually relevant to IRENA and Masdar.
Academic accomplishments in terms of prior education, achievements, certifications, GRE and TOEFL scores.
Diversity of background is preferred and Relevant work experience to match interests in specific focus areas.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates aiming for foundation or graduate level education at the Masdar Institute can apply for the IRENA Scholarship Programme through two possible ways:

Applications can be submitted through the online Masdar Institute application platform, by selecting the box for ‘IRENA scholarship’ in addition to the ‘Masdar Institute scholarship’ box. The candidates for IRENA scholarship shall be selected from the applicants who have been successfully admitted to Masdar Institute and have successfully met the criteria stated for IRENA scholarships.It is important to comply with the Masdar Institute selection criteria to be accepted for the Masdar Institute Graduate Programme and also for the IRENA scholarship.
Once admitted to Masdar Institute, the students can also submit their IRENA application by the 15th of September annually to Joice Priya, Academic Programmes Supervisor, email: [email protected]. The applications should mention the student’s faculty at Masdar and include an up-to-date CV, together with a statement or letter of purpose.

Apply Now for the IRENA Scholarships to study in UAE

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the IRENA Scholarships

May 26, 2015 1 comment

2015 Amelia Earhart Global Fellowship for Women in Science and Technology.

by lanredahunsi May 25, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: November 15 2015

The Amelia Earhart Fellowship of $10,000, is awarded to 35 Fellows around the globe each year, and may be used at any university or college offering accredited post-graduate courses and degrees.

The Amelia Earhart Fellowship program helps talented women, pursuing advanced studies in the typically male-dominated fields of aerospace-related sciences and engineering, achieve their educational goals.

The Fellowship enables these women to invest in state-of-the-art computers to conduct their research, purchase expensive books and resource materials, and participate in specialized studies around the globe.

Amelia Earhart Fellows have gone on to become astronauts, aerospace engineers, astronomers, professors, geologists, business owners, heads of companies, even Secretary of the US Air Force.

ELIGIBILITY

Women of any nationality pursuing a Ph.D./doctoral degree who demonstrate a superior academic record in the field of aerospace-related sciences or aerospace-related engineering are eligible.
Applicants must be registered in a full-time Ph.D./doctoral program when funds are received in September and will not graduate before April.

APPLICATION PROCESS

The Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowship Committee reviews the applications and recommends recipients to the Zonta International Board of Directors. All applicants will be notified of their status by the end of April.

DEADLINE

Applications for the Fellowships must be received or post-marked by 15 November to be considered.
Applications that are incomplete or late due to postal delays will not be considered. For questions, please contact [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Amelia Earhart Fellowship

May 25, 2015 1 comment

2015/2016 Denys Holland Scholarship for study in United Kingdom

by lanredahunsi May 25, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: Friday, 10 July 2015 at 5pm.

The Denys Holland Scholarship aims to support undergraduate students from any country, who without the support of the scholarship would be unable to secure the funding required to study at UCL, and who can demonstrate their intention to make full use of the activities offered by UCL and the Student Union.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants should be:

holding an offer of admission to UCL for full-time undergraduate study in any department;
in financial hardship, and be able to demonstrate that without the scholarship they would be unable to study at UCL;
preferably aged 25 or below at the time of commencing their studies;
able to demonstrate that they have broad interests and intend to be actively involved in and contribute to the life of the university.

Selection Criteria

The scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial hardship, subject to applicants demonstrating their intention to play a full part in extracurricular activities of UCL and the Students Union.

Scholarship Worth

The scholarship is worth £9,000 per annum and scholars may choose to use all or part of the scholarship to cover fees. Any remainder is paid to the scholar as a maintenance stipend.
The scholarship is for one year in the first instance, but will be renewed subject to satisfactory progress, for up to a total of three years.
The scholarship may be held alongside other grants, bursaries, awards or scholarships, provided annual total funding does not exceed the cost of fees plus a reasonable sum for maintenance in any one year (as determined by UCL).

Application Procedure:

Applicants must provide UCL Student Number or UCAS Application Number for applications to be considered valid. If an application is received after this deadline it will not be deemed eligible and cannot be considered.
Complete applications and supporting documentations should be submitted by email to: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UCL Denys Holland Scholarship

May 25, 2015 0 comments

2015/2016 Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation Research Grant for Researchers Worldwide ($USD40,000).

by lanredahunsi May 25, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 1st 2015

The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation welcomes proposals from any of the natural and social sciences and the humanities that promise to increase understanding of the causes, manifestations, and control of violence and aggression. Highest priority is given to research that can increase understanding and amelioration of urgent problems of violence and aggression in the modern world.

The Research Grant

Most awards fall within the range of $15,000 to $40,000 per year for periods of one or two years.
Applications for larger amounts and longer durations must be very strongly justified.
The foundation awards research grants to individuals (or a few principal investigators at most) for individual projects and does not award grants to institutions for institutional programs

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants for a research grant may be citizens of any country. While almost all recipients of the research grant possess a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree, there are no formal degree requirements for the grant.
The grant, however, may not be used to support research undertaken as part of the requirements for a graduate or doctoral program.
Applicants need not be affiliated with an institution of higher learning, although most are college or university professors.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation Research Grant

Application Procedure:

Applications are submitted online
Apply Now for the Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation Research Grant

May 25, 2015 0 comments

2015 UNICRI Journalism and Public Information Programme on New Threats, Italy (Scholarships Available)

by lanredahunsi May 25, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 22nd 2015

United Nations Campus in Turin, Italy.

The United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) is organizing a series of short courses within the framework of the UNICRI Journalism and Public Information Programme, a unique international programme tailored for journalists, chief information officers and those who want to specialize in public information and journalism. The programme aims at deepening knowledge of emerging security threats.

The courses take place at the United Nations Campus in Turin, Italy:

Cyber Threats Masterclass (20, 21, 22 July 2015)
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Investigating Crimes against the Environment (15, 16 October 2015)
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Biosecurity Masterclass
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Reporting and Communicating on Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Risks
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Whom:

The programme is intended for journalists, chief information officers, public information professionals, corporate communication managers and those who want to specialize in public information and journalism.

Where: United Nations Campus in Turin, Italy.

Upon completion of the programme participants will become skilled in handling information related to new hazards to states and citizens. They will acquire key tools to report facts and expand their professional network by meeting key international actors in this area. UNICRI will grant a Certificate of Participation

Fees and Scholarship

The tuition fee for the workshop is € 550 and must be paid upon confirmation of acceptance. Tuition fees are non-refundable. Application deadline is on 22 June 2015 (23:00 CET).
A number of full and partial scholarships covering tuition fee will be available. Candidates requesting scholarship are kindly invited to submit their request by 22 June 2015 (23:00 CET).
Scholarships will preferably be awarded to women and candidates from developing countries, based on merit.
Participants will bear the expenses related to travel, food and board.

Application deadlines:

Cyber Threats Masterclass – 22 June 2015 ( 23:00 CET) – Application Form (download)
Investigating Crimes against the Environment – 20 September 2015 ( 23:00 CET) – Application Form (download)

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 UNICRI Journalism and Public Information Programme on New Threats

May 25, 2015 0 comments

2015 A Common Word Among the Youth Training Programme & Conference, Rabat, Morocco (Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi May 23, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 10 2015

WHO?
100 young people aged 18-35 will be selected representing over 5 different faiths from 5 continents to be part of a unique global network

WHERE?
The first training programme and conference will be from 4-9th September 2015 in Rabat, Morocco.

A Common Word Among the Youth (ACWAY) is a global initiative that will be led by young people, of different faiths to build bridges of co-existence by means of dialogue and action.

The programme is fully funded and includes several training courses, international conferences and civic activities to immerse participants in knowledge and action around cultural and religious diversity.

It is expected to be filmed as part of a TV documentary series to be aired on satellite TV for millions of viewers to be inspired and get involved.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for the ACWAY Programme you must:

Be aged between 18-35 (on 1st January 2015)
Self-define as being a follower/believer of one of the following religions:
1. Buddhism
2. Christianity
3. Hinduism
4. Islam
5. Judaism
6. Any other religion not mentioned above
Have a desire for promoting religious and cultural harmony
Have experience in community activism and/or interreligious related activities
Have an evidenced commitment to effecting positive change. This commitment can come in many forms; ranging from a high level of involvement in community initiatives to social entrepreneurship or from leading responsible business practices to public service.
Possess leadership ability
Have the ability to generate and articulate impactful ideas
Have the skills and ability to work as part of a team with people from different backgrounds and religions
Demonstrate good command of the English language. All elements of the programme will be conducted in English)
Be prepared to travel abroad
Be prepared to commit time to the project. This includes attending the training courses, conferences, delivering campaigns and local community activities). This will span over 12 months in your spare time taking into account your study and/or work commitments.
Be happy to be included in photos and filming that could be used in social media as well as TV and print media

The programme will consist of

Selection and training of 100 young people from around the world representing the world’s major religions to become advocates of co-existence and religious harmony
Two international conferences to provide opportunities for the young people to network and present their projects and activities to the international community
Grass-root activities delivered by the young people on co-existence and inter-faith relations
An online social media platform for the young people to interact and showcase their projects and activities.

In addition to the above the following pilot campaigns will be arranged:

A TV documentary with some of the young leaders involved highlighting the challenges and barriers to co-existence and some of the solutions
A comprehensive media campaign on co-existence and cultural diversity, using TV, Radio, print media as well as social media.

The project will run from January 2015 – July 2016, with a view to continue beyond that with sustainable activities and projects delivered by young people in partnership with local NGOs as well as public and private sector involvement.

How to Apply:

Complete the online Application form
If you are an organisation and would like to nominate participants to the programme then you can fill in the online Nominate form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the A Common Word Among the Youth Training

May 23, 2015 0 comments

2015 Levi Strauss & Co./Pollination Project ( Seed funding for Youth Enviromentalist)-USD$5,0000/Project

by lanredahunsi May 23, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: Ongoing

The Pollination Project and Levi Strauss & Company are partnering to offer seed grants and support to young people involved in a wide variety of environmental programs all over the world.

The Youth Environmental Grantmaking program includes:

20 seed grants of $1000 each made to youth who are involved in grassroots environmental projects
Second-round funding of up to $5000 per project offered in Fall 2015
Promotional support for certain projects
Capacity building and leadership development training offered through Youth Empowered Action Camp.
Special priority consideration for projects recommended by the New Leaders Initiative of the Earth Island Institute.

Eligibility:

Individuals aged 22 or younger who are starting up or leading an environmental project anywhere in the world.
do not fund established organizations with paid staff.

The Pollination fund in the following categories:

Youth Environmentalists
Compassion towards all life
Environmental sustainability
Justice in all of its forms
Community health and wellness
Putting consciousness into action
Social change-oriented arts and culture

Funding:

For the initial seed grants, you can apply for up to $1000. For second “impact” grants (which will be available to all grantees in good standing beginning in late Fall, 2015), you can apply for up to $5000.

How to Apply:

First, please complete the prescreen questionnaire.
If you meet the basic guidelines, you will receive a link to the online application.

Apply Now for the Pollination Project Grant

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Pollination Project Youth Enviromental Grant

May 23, 2015 0 comments

2015 Postcode Lottery Green Challenge for Green Business Startups around the World.(700,000 Euros Prize)

by lanredahunsi May 22, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 1st 2015 23:59:59 CEST

The Postcode Lottery Green Challenge is the largest annual worldwide competition for sustainable entrepreneurs who can instigate change. The challenge is looking for products or services that not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions and be ready to go to market within 2 years, but also combine sustainability, entrepreneurship and creativity.

The competition is an effort by the Dutch Postcode Lottery to bring brilliant, innovative green products and services to the mass market that might otherwise never see the light of day, thereby helping to combat climate change.

The winner will receive €500,000 to help bring his or her plan to market. An additional €200,000 runner-up prize will also be awarded.

Eligbility:

To be eligible for the Postcode Lottery Green Challenge, a product or service must reduce greenhouse gas emissions and it should be possible to be in the market within two years.
Every entrant sends in a detailed business plan, and an expert preliminary jury will evaluate its viability.

Prize:

5 finalists are chosen each year to come to Amsterdam and present their plans to an expert jury & audience. By becoming finalists, these high-potential startups get access toan international network of mentors and investors.
On top of that, the best finalist wins 500,000 EUR to bring his/her plan to market.
A runner-up prize of 200,000 EUR is also awarded.

How to Enter:

You can enter the competition by following this link that will take you to the YouNoodle platform for entrepreneurs.
There, you are asked to register and then you can enter your business plan by filling in all the questions on the entry form, in English.
This is the only way to enter the competition, email attachments or applications by mail will not be accepted due to the large volume of entries we receive every year.

For More Information:

Submit your Applications Now for the Postcode Lottery Green Challenge 2015

May 22, 2015 1 comment

2015 Orange African Social Venture Prize for Innovative Startups in Africa (50,000 Euros Prize for Social Entrepreneurs).

by lanredahunsi May 21, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 18th September 2015

Orange is launching the call for applications for the 5th edition of the Orange African Social Venture Prize. This initiative aims to encourage innovative start-up projects which help to accelerate development on the African continent.

The Orange African Social Venture Prize showcases entrepreneurs offering innovative products or services that meet the needs of Africans in fields such as health, agriculture, education, energy, industry or trade.
Over the past four years, 2,000 projects have been submitted for the Orange African Social Venture Prize, reflecting the dynamism of African entrepreneurs and the potential of the telecommunications sector in Africa.

Eligibility/Who Can Enter

Any entrepreneur (aged 21 or over) or legal entity that has been in existence for fewer than three years may participate at no cost and with no restriction on nationality.
Submitted projects must be designed to be deployed in at least one of the 17 African countries in which Orange operates and must use information and communications technology in an innovative way to help improve the living conditions of the populations in these countries.

Prize:

The prize will recognize three projects with grants of 10,000, 15,000 and 25,000 euros, along with six months of support from Orange experts.
The first prize will also be offered a patent registration in the country of the project’s deployment.

Voting:

Internet users are also invited to vote online for their favourite project on Orange’s entertainment portal in Africa, StarAfrica.com.
The winner of the “Favourite Project” will have its project submitted directly to the jury along with the other project finalists.

Submission

Applications are accepted from 21 May to 18 September 2015 on Orange’s pan-African web portal, www.starafrica.com.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Orange African Social Venture Prize 2015

May 21, 2015 3 comments

2015 Falling Walls Science Fellowship for Journalists/Bloggers (Fully Funded to Berlin, Germany).

by lanredahunsi May 21, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 31st 2015

In an effort to keep the public informed on life-changing scientific breakthroughs, Falling Walls have created the Falling Walls Science Fellowship for Journalists. It is aimed at journalists and bloggers with at least three years of experience, and who hope to advance their knowledge in the area of sciences.

The Fellows get the opportunity to attend the Falling Walls Lab, Falling Walls Venture and the Falling Walls Conference in Berlin on 8 and 9 November 2015 in Berlin.

EligibilityFreelance and full-time journalists or bloggers can apply.
Professionals in fields such as research, teaching, public relations and advertising are not eligible.
The applicants must have a minimum of three years professional journalism/blogging experience in which they have written about the subject of sciences.

Benefits:

The fellowship includes travel expenses (economy class), accomodation for 3 nights (organised by Falling Walls Foundation), conference fees and meals (breakfast at hotel, catering during the Falling Walls events).

Application Procedure:

Applicants must complete the online form and submit two work samples together with a CV and cover letter (both in English) stating their motivation to apply for the fellowship by 31 July 2015.

Fill out the Online Application Form Now

May 21, 2015 0 comments

Apply Now to become a Mozilla Firefox Student Ambassador

by lanredahunsi May 20, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: Ongoing

Mozilla Firefox Student Ambassador are Individuals who are passionate about Mozilla and raise awareness about the many benefits of Firefox & other Mozilla products – especially Firefox OS!

Mozilla Firefox Student Ambassador are creative and resourceful, Student Ambassadors lead campaigns and projects at their colleges and in their communities to encourage others to contribute to Mozilla (and utilize our products). Together, Firefox Student Ambassadors play a large role in helping to improve the global experience of people on the Web.

As a Mozilla Firefox Student Ambassador You will:

Promote Firefox for Desktop and Android
Support the successful launch of Firefox OS in communities (and campuses!) around the world
Educate others about Mozilla’s mission
Grow the Mozilla Community

Eligibility:

Firefox Student Ambassador you must be:

At least 18 years of age
Currently a student, professor, or administrator with a college or university

Benefits of Joining

Obtain leadership roles on your campus
Help grow our community (and spread our mission) around the world
Receive a bunch of cool rewards and recognition opportunities
Help promote the open web and gain marketing experience
Potential for a Mozilla internship
Access to a network of Firefox Student Ambassadors all over the world

Apply Now to become a Mozilla Firefox Student Ambassador

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Mozilla Firefox Student Ambassador Programme

May 20, 2015 1 comment

2015 Equator Prize -Participate in the UNFCCC COP21 Conference in Paris ,France ($USD10,000 Prize).

by lanredahunsi May 20, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Nomination Deadline: May 27 2015

Global Search for Grassroots Climate and Sustainable Development Solutions

The Equator Initiative is pleased to announce a global call for nominations for the Equator Prize 2015 as part of an extensive partnership effort underway to strengthen and highlight the role of indigenous peoples and local communities at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP21).

The Equator Prize 2015 will be awarded to 20 outstanding local and indigenous initiatives that are advancing innovative solutions for people, nature and resilient communities.

Winning initiatives will join a prestigious network of 187 leading community-based organizations from 70 different countries that have been awarded the Equator Prize since 2002.

Each winning initiative will receive USD 10,000 and be supported to participate in a series of policy dialogues and special events at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP21) in Paris, France in December 2015.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Equator Prize 2015, nominees must:

Have been in operation for at least 3 years;
Be a community-based and/or indigenous or local group, operating in a rural area; and
Be within a country receiving support from the United Nations Development Programme, excluding countries with a high level of development.
Check out the list of eligible countries

The Equator Prize 2015 will showcase outstanding local and indigenous community efforts to reduce poverty, protect nature, and strengthen resilience in the face of climate change. In keeping with the themes of COP21 and the imperative of empowering indigenous peoples and local communities in the new climate agreement, the Equator Prize 2015 will place special emphasis on the following:

Local Climate Solutions: Indigenous peoples and local communities that are improving livelihoods and wellbeing through the protection, restoration and sustainable management of forests; sustainable agriculture and food security; community-based adaptation to climate change; or biodiversity conservation.

Indigenous Peoples and Community Empowerment: Indigenous peoples and local communities that are working to protect and secure rights to their lands, territories and natural resources.

Innovative Partnerships: Indigenous peoples and local communities that are forging innovative partnerships with governments, private sector companies and other stakeholders to advance inclusive climate and development solutions.

How to Nominate

Fill out the Online Nomination Form

Nominations can be completed by Fill Out the Nomination Form

Nominations may be sent via e-mail to [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Equator Prize 2015

May 20, 2015 0 comments

2015 MINDS Annual African Youth Dialogue on Elections and Governance, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.(Fully Funded)

by lanredahunsi May 19, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: May 29th 2015

When: 7th -8th August 2015
Where: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

The Mandela Institute for Development Studies (MINDS) is pleased to announce the dates for its 2015 annual African Youth Dialogue on Elections and Governance to be held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

The aim of the Youth Dialogues is to foster the increase in the number of young people peacefully and actively participating in African elections and governance processes based on an appreciation of the significance of their demographic superiority. It is therefore a useful platform through which African youth have an opportunity to interact as they interrogate and deepen the understanding of issues of mutual interest pertaining to the development and transformation of the Continent.

Eligibility:

Participants will be drawn from all regions of Africa (North, West, Central, East and Southern Africa) using set criteria.
MINDS is interested in identifying participants doing significant work in the respective countries and communities.
To encourage networking and full participation, only 100 youths will be accepted to the dialogue.
MINDS will meet all the direct costs of participation in the dialogue.

Download the Application Form

Download, complete and return application form to [email protected] before closing date.
Indicate your region and country in the subject space of the email e.g. West Africa: Nigeria or East Africa: Kenya etc.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Mandela Institute for Development Studies (MINDS) Youth Dialogue

May 19, 2015 0 comments

2015 French Institute for Demographic Studies (INED) Doctoral Scholarships for study in France

by lanredahunsi May 17, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: May 20 2015

The French Institute for Demographic Studies (INED) is organizing a competitive examination to recruit doctoral students for a period of one to three years:

6 doctoral students, enrolled in a French or foreign university, who will receive a doctoral grant for a period of 1 to 3 years, depending on the university year of their first thesis enrolment (3 years for students who first enrolled in 2015
2016, 2 years for those who first enrolled in 2014-2015 and 1 year for those who first enrolled in 2013-2014). The monthly remuneration in 2014
2015 was 1,684.93 euros gross (1,359 euros net).
Doctoral students with external funding (employment / doctoral contract with a body other than INED) but who wish to be hosted without remuneration at INED and to benefit from its scientific environment.

Eligibility:

A Master’s degree (M2) or equivalent qualification in a discipline related to population science (demography, economics, epidemiology, history, sociology, etc.) M2 defended before 17 June at the latest.
Applicants must be enrolled in a PhD programme in a French or foreign university at the start of the 2015-2016 academic year.
The first year of PhD thesis enrolment must not be earlier than 2013 (2015-2016, 2014-2015 or 2013-2014 academic years).
Applicants of all ages and all nationalities are eligible.
The student’s application must be supported by at least two advisors, including at least one INED researcher
The thesis supervisor may be a non-INED researcher, but applications from students whose PhD is supervised or co-supervised by an INED researcher will take priority.
Applications must be uploaded and accepted on the website by 20 May 2015 at the latest (with the exception of Master’s dissertations and defence reports completed after that date).
Applicants must present a research project that corresponds to the themes and methodological approaches of INED (see the INED website:http://www.ined.fr/en/) and/or of the iPOPs laboratory of excellence (see the iPOPs website: http://www.ipops.fr/).
The candidates whose advisor supervises 2 or more PhD students already funded by INED or iPOPs in 2015-16 won’t be eligible.

How to Apply:

Create your user account: https://celine.enquete.ined.fr/enquetes//1513374631/scripts/registration.php?initialize

Access the application file: https://celine.enquete.ined.fr/enquetes//1513374631/scripts/authentify.php

This file comprises:

• An application form to be filled in online.

• A curriculum vitæ

• The M2 dissertation

• The M2 defence report

• The M2 grade transcript

•A letter of motivation stating why the applicant wishes to obtain an INED studentship

An academic text for applicants already enrolled in a PhD programme (generally a provisional version of the first thesis chapter)

• A thesis project (no longer than 5 pages max.), written by the applicant and prepared with his/her (future) advisors who are supporting his/her application. This document must contain the following:

o Applicant’s personal details:

name and university;

o A short, clearly worded title describing the main purpose of the applicant’s research;

o An abstract (150 words);

o A presentation of the research topic, objectives and research questions, based on a review of the

state of the art;

o Presentation of methods;

o A work plan (research plan, collaborators, if any). Applicants already enrolled in a thesis programme are asked to describe the state of progress of their research;

o A thesis completion schedule

This document must be prepared very carefully. The schedule must be discussed in order to determine which aspects, if any, are liable to delay completion, and what alternative solutions could be adopted if any difficulties arise;

o The applicant’s career plan;

o A bibliography (one page at most).

Timeline:

Application deadline: 20 May 2015

– Deadline for uploading M2 dissertation and defence report: 17 June 2015

– Selection committee meeting: 25-26 June 2015

– Results (list of successful applications posted online): 3 July 2015

-Starting date at INED: 1 October 2015

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the French Institute for Demographic Studies (INED) Doctoral Scholarships

May 17, 2015 0 comments

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2015 HiiL Innovating Justice Forum & Awards -SME Empowerment Innovation Challenge for East & West Africa, Hague Switzerland ($USD70,000 Prize)

by lanredahunsi May 16, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

What: Innovating Justice Forum

When: 3 & 4 December 2015

Where: Peace Palace, Carnegieplein 2, 2517 KJ, the Hague

Eager to shape new justice innovations that help the lives of people and businesses? Join the Forum on the 3rd and 4th of December 2015 at the Peace Palace in The Hague!

The Innovating Justice Forum is a two-day international event in The Hague catering to more than 150 participants. It is held annually by HiiL Innovating Justice to discuss and support innovative ways of approaching justice worldwide.

The Forum has in the past centered on issues such as Living Wages (2014), Human Rights (2013) and Basic Justice Care for Everyone (2012). Other thought-provoking issues are always part of the agenda. This year, HiiL will highlight the State of Innovation and the justice needs of SMEs in East and West Africa.

The Innovating Justice Forum is a unique event that connects innovators, investors, entrepreneurs, private companies, governments, NGOs, academics and foundations. Among the many organisations represented are, for example, national Parliaments, Cordaid, Oxfam, Supreme Courts, Microsoft, Ministries of Justice and Foreign Affairs, OECD, USAID, World Bank and the World Economic Forum.

Awards:

SME Empowerment Innovation Challenge for East and West Africa
When?: May – December 2015

Where? : Lagos, Nairobi and The Hague.

HiiL Innovating Justice, together with the Global Agenda Council on Justice and the Ford Foundation, has embarked on a pioneering new endeavor to accelerate justice ventures in East and West Africa.
The SME Empowerment Innovation Challenge is geared towards finding and strengthening new initiatives that can empower startups and SMEs. The Forum want to support the best innovations and address regulatory hurdles and bureaucratic red tape faced by youth-led startups in East and West Africa.

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Benefits
The winners of the SME Empowerment Innovation Challenge will be announced at the Innovating Justice Forum on 3 & 4 December 2015. The three winners will receive the Innovating Justice Awards.

Prior to the Forum, the innovators will be personally prepared to pitch their innovation. HiiL and Next2Company connect the finalists to potential partners to accelerate their business.

The winners of the SME Empowerment Innovation Challenge can win up to $70,000 in seed funding.
The innovators present their innovation to an international audience, gain international recognition, and have the opportunity to win seed investments.

First place: $40,000Second place: $20,000Third place: $10,000

Innovating Justice Boostcamp Lagos

In October 2015, HiiL will host an Innovating Justice Boostcamp in Lagos. Speakers will share their insights. Incubation sessions will boost the progress of the attending innovators. Innovators receive coaching and pitch their innovations.

Six innovators will be invited to the Boostcamp – three winners of the online campaign and three wildcard nominations. The six innovators will be hosted in the same accommodation so that they can continue to work together, exchange lessons learned and share opportunities during the rest of their three day stay.

Innovating Justice Challenge 2015

The winners of these challenges receive the Innovating Justice Awards 2015. They will have access to an international network, to build international partnerships and learn from other attendants at the Forum.

Online campaign

From 1 to 17 September 2015 innovations will campaign online on www.innovatingjustice.com. The top three of the online campaign will be invited to the Innovating Justice Boostcamp in Lagos. Three wildcards will also be invited.

Submit Your Innovation for the Innovating Justice Challenge

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the HiLL Innovating Justice Challenge 2015

May 16, 2015 1 comment

Call for Nomination: 2015 UNESCO International Literary Prize for Innovation in Literacy.

by lanredahunsi May 16, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Nomination Deadline: May 25th 2015

Since 1967, UNESCO International Literacy Prizes have rewarded excellence and innovation in the field of literacy. Over 460 projects and programmes undertaken by governments, non-governmental organizations and individuals around the world have been recognized. Through these prestigious Prizes, UNESCO seeks to support effective literacy practices and encourages the promotion of dynamic literate societies.

Every year, the prizes are organized around a specific theme. This year’s focus is on: “Literacy and the post-2015 agenda”

The UNESCO International Literacy Prizes are:

With the support of the Government of the Republic of Korea

• UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize (2 awards): Supporting the development and use of mother-

tongue literacy education and training With the support of the Government of the People’s Republic of China

• UNESCO-Confucius Prize for Literacy (3 awards)

Supporting literacy in rural areas, for rural adults and out-of school youth, particularly women and girls

Candidatures should take into account this year’s theme, ‘Literacy and the post-2015 agenda’, while also considering the specificity of each Prize.

Call for applications

Every year, Member States and International Non-Governmental Organizations maintaining official relations with UNESCO are invited to solicit and submit nominations for the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes.

Eligibility:

Institutions, organizations and individuals promoting literacy through effective and innovative projects or programmes

Timeline:

Until 25 May 2015: Submission of Nomination Form
June 2015: International Jury Meeting
July 2015: Announcement of the Prize Winners
8 September 2015: Award ceremony

UNESCO International Literacy Prizes Secretariat

Section of Youth, Literacy and Skills Development

Division for Policies and Lifelong Learning Systems

Education Sector – UNESCO

7, place de Fontenoy

75352 PARIS 07 SP, France

Tel: +33 1 45 68 08 59 or +33 1 45 68 11 40

Fax: +33 1 45 68 56 27

E-mail: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes

May 16, 2015 3 comments

2015/16 Thought For Food Challenge for Breakthrough Food Security Projects ($USD 10,000 Prize)

by lanredahunsi May 16, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline: December 1st 2015

The 2015/16 Thought For Food Challenge calls on the world’s best and brightest university students to form teams and develop breakthrough projects that address the global challenge of feeding 9 billion people by 2050.In return, we provide a platform for you to shine, cutting-edge learning tools and resources, world-class mentorship from rockstar experts, innovators and entrepreneurs, the chance to win a trip to the inspirational TFF Global Summit as well as significant funding for your project.

You’ll also join a growing global movement, comprised of friends and supporters who share your passion to make the world a better place.

ELIGIBILITY:

The Event is open to individuals 17 years of age or older at the time of registration and individuals must be enrolled in a university study program at time of entry.
In order to participate, teams must be comprised of at least 3 and no more than 5 current university students.
Universities may enter multiple teams.
Teams may be comprised of students from different universities.

How it works

Teams of 3-5 will have until December 1, 2015 at 12:00AM PST to work through the TFF Design Lab, craft their idea and create a compelling pitch.
Next, Ten Finalist teams will be selected to move on to Round 2 where they will receive an all expense paid trip to the TFF Summit (Early Spring 2016) and participate in the intensive TFF Startup Bootcamp.
One Grand Prize of $10,000 and one Runner Up prize of $5,000 will be awarded at the TFF Summit.

Prizes:

Startup Investments

$10,000

One Grand Prize winning team will receive a $10,000 grant for their project

$5,000

One Runner Up team will receive a $5,000 grant for their project

Mentors

All participating teams get access to the TFF Design Lab and professional mentors representing a variety of fields of expertise.

Travel + Bootcamp

The 10 Finalist teams will receive a trip to a fantastic destination, where they will take part in a custom program to acquire skills and tools that will propel their projects to the next level.

TFF Summit

Finalists will represent their university at the TFF Summit and pitch their ideas to a top-caliber judging panel.

Fame

All teams become part of the amazing TFF community of friends and supporters. They also have the chance for their ideas to gain worldwide attention by being profiled in our TFF video productions and by other media.

Ready to uproot the status quo? Join us at www.tffchallenge.com
For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Thought for food Challenge

May 16, 2015 1 comment

2015 New York Forum Institute/France 24/Le Point Afrique African Start-Up Award for African Start-Ups (€100 000 euros Prize)

by lanredahunsi May 15, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 31st 2015

4 laureates will share a 100 000 euros award & Announce their presence as one of the Top 50 most innovative African start-ups!

Africa has ideas and talent but African start-ups lack access to capital, especially in the first phase of development.

In 2014, the first Train My Generation Survey undertaken by the New York Forum AFRICA with the Train My Generation vocational training fund established by the New York Forum Institute in 2013, highlighted this point: 56% of the 5,000 young African respondents to a recent survey conducted by the New york Forum Africa in 2014, pointed to their difficulty in finding funding.

In this context, Richard Attias, founder of the New York Forum Institute, initiated the African Start-up Award in partnership with France 24 and Le Point Afrique, the on-line edition of Le Point dedicated to Africa that was launched in March 2014.

The Award will support talent and the most creative initiatives, particularly those with a social impact component.

Qualification criteria:

• The start-up must be an independent company formed less than three years ago with a year of activity
• 100% of the capital is provided by African nationals
• The start-up’s activity is based in Africa

Benefits:

You will be judged by an expert panel, with grants going to the top four laureates, with the winner getting 50 000 euros,
The winning start-ups will be covered in Le Point Afrique,
And will enter the Top 50 of the most innovative African start-ups, which will be promoted during the New York AFRICA 2015 and in Le Point Afrique.

START-UPS WILL BE JUDGED BY A PANEL OF AFRICAN BUSINESS LEADERS IN FOUR AREAS:

• Innovation
• Development potential and scaleability
• Business viability
• Social impact

African Young Business Award details

100,000€ grant provided by the New York Forum Institute, founded by Richard Attias, to be allocated among the 4 laureates as follows:

• 1st prize: 50,000€
• 2nd prize: 30,000€
• 3rd prize: 10,000€
• 4th prize: 10,000€

The Top 50 of the most innovative African start-ups

The African Start-up laureates will gain unprecedented visibility towards the 1,500 participants expected at the New York Forum AFRICA 2015 in Libreville, joining economic and political stakeholders from Africa and the rest of the world and via Le Point.

• The 4 laureates will be invited to attend the New York Forum AFRICA, August 28-30 2015, with return flights and accommodation expenses covered.
• The laureates will be promoted in Le Point August 27, 2015 edition distributed during the NYFA and on Le Point Afrique website (founder photo and company profile).
• They will have the opportunity to join a special plenary session during the NYFA to share their entrepreneurial experience with young Africans and inspire them.
• The Top 50 companies will also be presented in Le Point August 27 2015 edition and will be invited to attend the NYFA 2015.

The laureates and the Top 50 will be presented during the next New York Forum AFRICA, under the High Patronage of H. E. Ali Bongo Ondimba, to be held in Libreville, Gabon on August 28-30 2015

Apply Now for the African Start-Up Award

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 African Start-Up Award for African Entrepreneurs

May 15, 2015 0 comments

2015 Global Entrepreneurship Summit in Nairobi, Kenya (July 25-26 2015) – President Obama to Speak at the GES 2015: Apply to Attend.

by OFA May 15, 2015

written by OFA

Application Deadline: May 18th 2015

President Obama elevated entrepreneurship to the forefront of the United States’ engagement agenda during a historic speech in Cairo in 2009. Since 2010, when the U.S. hosted the first Summit in Washington, D.C., GES has expanded to a global event, subsequently hosted by the governments of Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, and Morocco.

The 2015 Global Entrepreneurship Summit will be held in Nairobi, Kenya, on July 25-26. It will be the sixth annual gathering of entrepreneurs at all stages of business development, business leaders, mentors, and high-level government officials. The established tradition demonstrates the U.S. Government’s continued commitment to fostering entrepreneurship around the world.

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The Government of Kenya has agreed to co-host the 2015 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) this July. Organized annually since 2009, the GES has emerged as a global platform connecting emerging entrepreneurs with leaders from business, international organizations, and governments looking to support them. This will be the first time the GES will take place in sub-Saharan Africa.

President Obama will travel to Kenya in July, where he will hold bilateral meetings and participate in the GES. His trip will build on the success of the August 2014 U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit and continue our efforts to work with countries in sub-Saharan Africa, including Kenya, to accelerate economic growth, strengthen democratic institutions, and improve security. This will be President Obama’s fourth trip to sub-Saharan Africa during his presidency.

Apply Now to attend the 2015 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES)

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Global Entrepreneurship Summit

May 15, 2015 6 comments

2015 David Oyedepo Foundation scholarship program for Undergraduate African Students

by OFA May 14, 2015

written by OFA

Application Deadline: May 31st 2015

The David Oyedepo Foundation scholarship program is the major platform for promoting the vision and goals of DOF. The scholarship program awards scholarships to qualified individuals who are indigenes and residents of African countries, and have been offered admission to specific universities in Nigeria.

The DOF scholars program grants individuals the opportunity to acquire a first degree at top schools in the African continent. It grants individuals the opportunity to build up the leadership potentials that are so evidently lacking in the leaders of our today’s society, through the yearly programs and community development initiatives.

The scholarship program covers all study and travel expenses for the duration of the course of study. In order to apply for the scholarship program, you must:

– Be a Citizen of an African Country

– Resident of an African Nation

– Between the ages of 18 and 25

Candidates can apply to their choice course of study. However, special consideration would be given to candidates whose courses fall under the following categories:

• Agriculture and allied courses
• Medicine
• Para Medical science
• Political science
• Education and allied courses

Scholarship Type: Scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate program at the Covenant University and Landmark Universityuf

Each scholarship awardee becomes a David Oyedepo Foundation Scholar (DOF scholar) and is expected to meet up with the requirements each year for maintaining the scholarship program.

• The DOF Scholars are between the ages of 18-25
They are either
- • Recipients of the university or secondary school scholarship programs
- • Fresh graduates who are applying for post graduate study scholarship

Scholarship Maintenance:

All applicant are awarded full scholarship for the duration of their study, however a yearly review of scholarship is carried out every year to ensure candidate remains worthy of scholarship award. Each scholarship awardees

Must maintain a continuous standard of excellence as measured by the David Oyedepo Foundation
Carry out a yearly summer community project that fulfil the following criteria:
- Must be focused on community development
- Must be a community based project
- Must engage a volunteer base of class and schoolmates
- Must engage knowledge in current field of study
A video & document report of the project must be generated and submitted to the foundation at the end of every school year.
The school will be required to generate and send the foundation a semester by semester report of academic progress.

Apply Now for the David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Program

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Program

May 14, 2015 0 comments

African Women’s Development Fund 2015 ‘Writing for Social Change Workshop for African Women, Uganda (Fully Funded).

by lanredahunsi May 10, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: May 31st 2015

When: July 27 to August 5, 2015.
Where: Uganda

The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) in collaboration with FEMRITE – Uganda Women Writers Association, invites African women writers and journalists to apply for the Writing for Social Change Workshop 2015. This 10-day writing workshop, will be taking place in Uganda from July 27 to August 5, 2015.

The workshop will be facilitated by veteran BBC journalist and media expert Elizabeth Ohene from Ghana and award-winning writer Yewande Omotoso, from Nigeria/South Africa/Barbados.

This workshop is targeted at women writers, journalists and activists who wish to step-up their involvement in highlighting issues around women’s rights and social justice.

Participants will be expected to read widely from assigned selected texts, and to complete daily writing exercises. After the workshop, the participants are expected to use the knowledge acquired to write widely about social justice issues in and beyond their communities.

This workshop is part of AWDF’s efforts to amplify African women’s voices and is aimed at creating a network that will enable participants to place their articles and stories in a range of local, regional and international media.

Priority will be given to interested women journalists who wish to actively engage in women’s activism – AWDF are expecting at least 50% of the writers selected for this workshop to be full-time journalists.

AWDF will also include women from AWDF’s existing grantee organisations, and within our partner networks.

Benefits:

Full accommodation, meals and a partial travel grant will be provided to all successful applicants.
All applicants will be expected to be present for the ten-day duration of the workshop.
A Memorandum of Understanding will be signed by successful applicants to enable smooth running of the workshop.

Application Guidelines

To apply send an e-mail to; [email protected].
E-mail subject should read ‘Application for Social Justice Workshop 2015’
The body of the e-mail should contain the following:
a) Your Name
b. Your Email Address
c. A short bio (maximum 200 words)
d. A sample article about women’s rights or social justice -between 500 and 1000 words. The sample maybe unpublished or published on any media. This can be sent as an attachment or as part of the email body especially if it has images.
AWDF will not be responsible in case of any plagiarism.

Selection:

Only those accepted to the workshop will be notified by June 5, 2015.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the AWDF 2015 ‘Writing for Social Change Workshop for African Women

May 10, 2015 0 comments

Youth/Media Scholarships to attend the Women Deliver 2016 Conference, Copenhagen Denmark (Fully Funded).

by lanredahunsi May 10, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline:

Youth Scholarships: May 15 2015

Media Scholarships: 1st of July 2015

When: 16–19 May 2016.
Where: Copenhagen, Denmark

Women Deliver’s conferences are the world’s largest global convenings to focus on the health, rights and well-being of girls and women. Building on the successes of Women Deliver’s three previous global gatherings—in London in 2007, in Washington in 2010 and in Kuala Lumpur in 2013—the 2016 Conference will bring together world leaders, advocates, policymakers, journalists, young people, researchers and leaders of the private sector and civil society to showcase what it means and how it works when women and girls become the focus of development efforts.

The conference, which will be held in Copenhagen from 16–19 May 2016, will be the largest gathering on girls’ and women’s health, rights, and wellbeing for more than a decade, and one of the first major global conferences following the launch of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Women Deliver is currently offering two opportunities to apply for a scholarship to attend the Women Deliver 2016 Conference. They are:

Scholarships for People 30 and Older

Scholarships for people 30 and older to attend the Women Deliver 2016 Conference are awarded to stand-out advocates who have proven their commitment to advancing the health, rights, and well-being of girls and women in their community and around the world. This opportunity includes:

A scholarship to attend the Women Deliver 2016 Conference on 16-19 May 2016 in Copenhagen, Denmark.
A chance to connect with a wide range of policymakers, donors, activists, and journalists from the highest levels to the grassroots to review progress, discuss challenges, and push for new and ambitious commitments toward improving the lives of girls and women.

If you are 30 or older and would like to apply for a scholarship, fill out the online application here.

The deadline to apply for this opportunity is 15 May 2015 at 5PM EST.

Media Scholarships

Media participation at the Women Deliver conference provides journalists with opportunities to interact with high-level attendees and cover research findings presented by key authorities in the field. The opportunity includes:

Access to all on-site media activities, including a press workroom, media forum and daily press conferences, and all conference press materials.

To apply, fill out the online application here.

The deadine to apply for this opportunity is 1 July 2015 at 5pm EST.

A full scholarship to the Women Deliver 2016 Conference will include:

Conference registration
Roundtrip economy class airline travel between your home airport and Copenhagen, Denmark, which will be arranged by Women Deliver’s travel provider
Reimbursement of the fees to acquire a new visa as required to enter Denmark (In order to obtain reimbursement, you will be required to present a receipt at the conference. Women Deliver will not pay any fees associated with obtaining new passports or renewing expired passports.)
$50 for ground transportation to and from the airport within your home country and round trip ground transportation between the Copenhagen airport and your hotel (arrangements will be made by Women Deliver and will require the use of mass transportation)
Overnight accommodations at a hotel selected by Women Deliver in Copenhagen for the duration of the conference
$50 per diem, per night stayed at the hotel to attend the conference (per diems will not include any extended stays)

Please note that a passport and visa may be needed to enter Denmark. Women Deliver will cover the costs of obtaining the visa and provide supporting documentation, if needed.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of Women Deliver

May 10, 2015 0 comments

2015 International ReSource Award for resilience in water management

by lanredahunsi May 9, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: May 31st 2015

The International ReSource Award for resilience in water management is a prize acknowledging social entrepreneurial thinking and leadership in implementing the principles of sustainability in water management.

The ReSource Award acknowledges social entrepreneurial initiatives which propose to develop, test or scale up new approaches for resolving existing social and/or ecological issues related to sustainable water management practices.

Examples include access to, use and supply of water, sanitation and hygiene in low, lower-middle and upper–middle-income countries as classified by the World Bank.

The prize combines financial and non-financial contributions (coaching/expert advice). Half of the total prize money of USD 150 000 will be allocated to three finalists (USD 25 000 each) from whom the winner (USD 75 000) will be selected. The winner will be supported during the following three years in developing, testing or scaling up his/her social entrepreneurial initiative.

ReSource Award criteria

The short and full proposals submitted will be assessed with regard to the following areas:

Social and ecological challenge: The proposal demonstrates a profound and authentic understanding of the social and ecological problem to be addressed.
Impact: The expected social, ecological and economic impact is clearly defined and in line with the scope of the ReSource Award.
Approach: The proposal outlines a compelling social entrepreneurial approach to address the defined challenge. The defined goal and expected impact can realistically be achieved with the approach presented.
Financials: There is a financially viable business plan in place based on clear and logical assumptions.
Competencies: A qualified team with appropriate skills and track record is in place.
Risk management: All relevant risk drivers and related prevention and risk mitigation measures are defined.

Process

Step I: Short Proposal

Participants are requested to answer the online questionnaire on their social entrepreneurial initiative by 31 May 2015, 24.00 CET.
All short proposals received by this due date will be assessed in June 2015 by a team of water and business experts based on previously defined criteria (see below).
Only forms completed in English will be accepted. Applicants who are unable to submit their application form electronically should contact the Secretary of ReSource Award.

Step II: Full Proposal

By end of June 2015, authors of the 10-12 best-ranked short proposals will be invited to submit a comprehensive version of their social entrepreneurial initiative online.
The submitted full proposals will be reviewed and assessed based on an extended catalogue of criteria.
Oral interviews with the applicants on 17 and 18 August 2015 will conclude the first round of the assessment.
The four to eight best-ranked full proposals will be invited for jury assessment.

Step III: Finalists

Three finalists will receive financial support (USD 25 000 each) in addition to six months of tailored coaching from experts to help them refine their proposals (October 2015 – March 2016).
One representative per finalist will be invited at the end of this period to travel to Zurich, Switzerland, to present their social entrepreneurial initiative to the international jury that will select the winner of the ReSource Award.
The decisions of the jury are final. Any recourse to legal action is hereby explicitly excluded.

Step IV: Winner

In addition to the USD 25 000 received while a finalist, the winner will be further supported financially (to a total value of USD 75 000, over three years) and non-financially from April 2016 to April 2019 to implement or scale up the winning social entrepreneurial initiative.
In all, the winner is supported financially with USD 100 000 and non-financially with specific coaching for up to 3.5 years.

Dates and Deadlines

31 May 2015 Application deadline for short proposal
26 June 2015 Invitation to submit full proposal
31 July 2015 Application deadline for full proposal
17 & 18 August 2015 Oral interviews
30 September 2015 Announcement of the three finalists for the ReSource Award 2016
October 2015 to March 2016 Financial and non-financial support to three finalists
March 2016 Announcement of the ReSource Award winner for 2016
April 2016 to April 2019 Support to 2016 winner

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 ReSource Award Entrepreneurial Solutions for Resilience in Water Management

May 9, 2015 0 comments

2015 Scripps Howard Foundation Semester in Washington internship program, Washington USA

by lanredahunsi May 8, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: Monday, May 20, 2015

The Scripps Howard Foundation Semester in Washington internship program brings two international students per year to Washington, D.C., to work at the Scripps Howard News Service for a semester.

The internship is designed to give international students an opportunity to cover events in the U.S. capital, as well as to report and write feature stories for the Scripps Howard Foundation Wire. Stories written by Scripps Howard interns may be published in newspapers across the United States.

Eligibility Requirement:

The internship is open to undergraduate journalism or communications students who intend to pursue careers in journalism after graduation.
Interns must be fluent in both spoken and written English.
Interns who are selected in the program will work in one of two periods: January to April or September to December.

The internship is sponsored by the Scripps Howard Foundation, which strives to advance the cause of a free press through support of excellence in journalism, quality journalism education and professional development.

Benefits:

International participants in the program are recruited and selected by the International Center for Journalists, which provides training and other assistance to journalists across the globe.

Apply Now for the Scripps Howard Foundation Semester in Washington internship program

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Scripps Howard Foundation Semester in Washington internship program

May 8, 2015 0 comments

2016/2017 M Literary International Residency Programme (India and China)

by lanredahunsi May 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline: June 12 2015

Conceived by M Restaurant Group and Shanghai International Literary Festival founder Michelle Garnaut and writer Pankaj Mishra, the M Literary Residency Program offers two residencies annually, one in Shanghai, China and one in India.

The residencies are each three months long, and candidates should apply for only one.

The M Literary Residency Programme, fully funded by M Restaurants, grew from its Literary Festivals, as heard from writers about what was needed to nurture and produce the best writing in this region.

The Residency was established to disseminate a broader knowledge of contemporary life and writing in India and China today and to foster deeper intellectual, cultural and artistic links across individuals and communities.

The intent of the Residency is to provide space and time primarily for writing and location-specific research. It is not to be used as a base for travel for research or leisure.

Application Procedure:Applicants may apply for ONE of two M Literary Residencies:

Bangalore, India: A 10 week residency at Sangam House, in a rural setting near Bangalore, South India from late 2016 to early 2017. (Please note: Residency dates are set by Sangam House.)
Shanghai, China: 8-10 week residency in Shanghai. The residency must be taken up before December 31st, 2016, and be completed in one continuous period.

Eligibility

The residencies are open to all writers of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and dramatic prose.
There are no nationality restrictions, however, applicants should be over 21 years old at the time of application and be writing in English.
Unpublished authors and past applicants are also eligible.

Funding

The successful applicants will have transportation costs to and from the residencies covered by the M Residency. Applicants are responsible for their travel/medical insurance and visas.

Accommodation

Bangalore: a single room and three meals a day will be provided. Accommodation is in a rural village, approximately 45km for Bangalore which some might consider isolated, so applicants should be seeking a period of quiet, sustained work.
Shanghai: a studio-style apartment and a stipend of RMB6,000 towards the cost of meals will be provided.
Accommodation is centrally located and in the thick of a noisy city. Whilst it is intended that the writer should be seeking a period of sustained work, it must be noted that this will probably not be happening in very quiet surroundings.
The accommodation provided in Bangalore and Shanghai is suitable only for single occupancy. The residency intended for a single applicant only.

Submit Your Application Now for the 2016/2017 M Literary Residency Programme

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the M Literary Residency Programme

Timeline:

Applications accepted: 1 May – 12 June 2015
Results announced: 31 October 2015

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Application Deadline: November 15 2015

The Amelia Earhart Fellowship of $10,000, is awarded to 35 Fellows around the globe each year, and may be used at any university or college offering accredited post-graduate courses and degrees.

Eligibility Requirements

Selection Criteria

Scholarship Worth

Application Procedure:

What: Innovating Justice Forum

When: 3 & 4 December 2015

Where: Peace Palace, Carnegieplein 2, 2517 KJ, the Hague

Eager to shape new justice innovations that help the lives of people and businesses? Join the Forum on the 3rd and 4th of December 2015 at the Peace Palace in The Hague!

When?: May – December 2015

Where? : Lagos, Nairobi and The Hague.

Innovating Justice Boostcamp Lagos

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$10,000

$5,000

Qualification criteria:

START-UPS WILL BE JUDGED BY A PANEL OF AFRICAN BUSINESS LEADERS IN FOUR AREAS:

African Young Business Award details

ReSource Award criteria

Process

Step I: Short Proposal

Step II: Full Proposal

Step III: Finalists

Step IV: Winner

Applications accepted: 1 May – 12 June 2015 Results announced: 31 October 2015

Applications accepted: 1 May – 12 June 2015
Results announced: 31 October 2015