New in:
1. Call for Entries, Top 20 Young Nigerian Conservation Leaders, Nigerian Conservation Foundation
2. Chevening Research, Science, and Innovation Leadership Fellowship (CRISP) (India and Sri Lanka)
3. Call for Applications, Civil Society Exchange Program (Turkey and EU)
4. Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund 2020
5. Health Policy Fellows, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (USA)
6. Call for Proposals, Global Biodiversity Information Facility (Pacific countries)
7. Call for Proposals, Global Biodiversity Information Facility (Caribbean)
8. Call for Proposals, Wehubit (see link for eligible countries in Africa + Palestine)
9. Dorothy Marchus Senesh Fellowship 2021, International Peace Research Association Foundation (see link for eligible countries in Global South)
10. Societal Transformations for Climate Action Research Program, Swedish Foundation for Strategic Environmental Research (Sweden)
All currently open calls:
Grant-making opportunities
1. Institutional Challenge Grant, William T. Grant Foundation (USA)
Encourages university-based research institutes, schools, and centers to build sustained research-practice partnerships with public agencies or nonprofit organizations in order to reduce inequality in youth outcomes.
Funding information: award will provide USD 650,000 over three years
Deadline: Sep 10, 2020.
2. Call for Small Grants, UN Women (see eligible countries in link)
To support civil society advocacy and response to the socio-economic impact of COVID-19
on women and girls in all their diversity. The EU and the UN have embarked on a new, global, multi-year initiative focused on eliminating all forms of violence against women and girls (VAWG) - The Spotlight Initiative.
Funding information: welcomes expressions of interest between USD 5,000 to 15,000
Deadline: Sep 11, 2020.
3. Call for Proposals, Council of Europe (EU)
To support initiatives carried out in the framework of the annual Global Education Week (GEW) from the 16-20 November 2020, with the objective to raise awareness about global development education in Europe and in accordance with the 2030 Agenda 5 development pillars (people, planet, prosperity, peace and partnerships).
Funding information: intends to award five micro-grants with max. amount EUR 5,000 each
Deadline: Sep 14, 2020.
4. Open Call for Networks, Nordic Joint Committee for Agricultural and Food Research
To promote Nordic collaboration among researchers from the agricultural sectors by networking activities including conferences and seminars.
Funding information: applicants may receive funds of up to SEK 300,000, covering at most 50% of the total budget for the network.
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
5. Thematic Grant Call, Kone Foundation (Finland and Russia)
Funded projects can focus on: environmental co-operation between Finland and Russia; Russian environmental issues in a local, European, or global context; historical and political changes; the societal or economic aspects of sustainable development; environmental movements; or different kinds of discourses concerning the environment (rhetoric, literature, or journalism). The disciplines funded by the foundation are humanities, social sciences, environmental sciences, and artistic research.
Funding information: total approximately EUR 3 million.
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
6. Jack Kimmel International Grant Program, Tree Fund
Provide much needed funding to arboriculture and urban forestry researchers all over the world. This grant is administered by TREE Fund, with participation from the Canadian TREE Fund in the evaluation process.
Funding information: amounts are limited to a max. of CAD 10,000 and will vary depending upon the adjudged value of the project relative to the needs of the arboriculture community. No project may receive more than one award from this program.
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
7. Regional Multi-Country Action Grants, Balkan Civil Society Development Network (see eligible countries in link)
To support regional networks and initiatives in the Western Balkan region by financially backing projects that will contribute to wider participation of civil society groups and enhanced regional cooperation among CSOs in promoting civic space.
Funding information: depending on the specific objective, EUR 20,000 – 70,000
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
8. Call for Applications, Novo Nordisk Foundation (Denmark)
For projects supporting science education and informal learning environments. Aims to promote science general education and strengthen interest, knowledge and competencies in science and technology among children, young people and the population in general.
Funding information: total of up to DKK 50,000,000. for distribution in autumn 2020 for project grants of DKK 3,000,000 - 6,000,000 of up to 6 years duration.
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
9. Call for Proposals, NordGen (Nordic countries)
For projects aimed at adapting environmentally and climate-friendly crops by using plant genetic resources. To support the development of Nordic plant breeding to satisfy the long-term needs of the agricultural and horticultural industries, especially adaptation to climate change, targets for environmental policies, and demands from consumers and markets.
Funding information: approx. 24 million SEK in total. A max. of 16 million SEK per project
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
10. NWO announces CFPs for SDG Interactions and Policy Interventions in Developing Countries (see eligible countries in link)
Invites consortia to propose high-quality and relevant knowledge brokering and synthesis expertise, services, activities and products to proactively support the program objectives and the research consortia funded in the SDG Interactions program.
Funding information: EUR 300,000
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
11. Call for Proposals, European Commission (Morocco)
Promotion of social services to vulnerable populations in the area of social assistance, notably through the introduction of innovative services or upgrading and development of existing services (services offered by social protection establishments (EPS), in particular for children and the disabled (educational inclusion and other services).
Funding information: min. amount EUR 250,000; max. amount EUR 400,000.
Deadline: Sep 22, 2020.
12. Micro Grants, Danish Foundation for Entrepreneurship (Denmark)
Open to students or PhD students enrolled for and following a full-time education at an educational institution in Denmark. Initiative aims at strengthening economic growth and employment in the country. The long-term goal is to create growth companies that contribute with jobs, export income and growth in society.
Funding information: depending on the grant type, you can apply for up to DKK 25,000 or up to DKK 50,000
Deadline: Sep 28, 2020.
13. Regional Call for Proposals, International Development Research Centre and the Global Partnership for Education (see eligible Latin American/Caribbean countries in link)
Projects to generate and mobilize knowledge so national education systems in developing country contexts can address shared policy challenges related to improving access, quality, and the performance of their systems.
Funding information: individual projects receive funding between CAD 750,000 and 1.2 million.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
14. Grant Program, Mazda Foundation (New Zealand)
Provides financial aid to individuals and causes which provide: assistance towards the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment, assistance in the advancement of culture and education, assistance to young people through advancement of education and employment skills development, and assistance in the arts that expose NZ culture.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
15. Call for Proposals, European Commission (EU)
Preparatory Action on Media literacy for All which aims at boosting media literacy in Europe through pursuing innovation and collaboration across media literacy communities within the EU, including by building on and scaling up existing solutions.
Funding information: total EUR 500,000; depending on the quality of the proposals, the Commission expects to fund 2 - 5 projects.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
16. Call for Projects, Strategic Innovation Program IoT, Vinnova (Sweden)
Call is looking for projects with ideas on how the Internet of Things (IoT) can be used in the public sector to achieve a higher quality of life for people in Sweden.
Funding information: Preparation project: max. SEK 300,000. Prototype development project: max. SEK 2,000,000. Projects for implementation: max. 5,000,000 SEK per project.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
17. U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section (PAS) Annual Program
Open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The purpose of funding projects is to further contributions to economic growth and the development of human and government capacity in Trinidad and Tobago, while developing people-to-people, institutional, and economic ties between the US and Trinidad and Tobago.
Award information: may range from a minimum of USD 500 to a maximum of USD 20,000.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
18. Call for Applications, NWO and the National Research Foundation of South Africa (Netherlands and South Africa)
To finance and strengthen scientific collaboration between the Netherlands and South Africa. Consortia of research institutes and other organizations (both public and private) in the Netherlands and in South Africa can apply for funding of joint research projects that focus on the Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus in urban contexts.
Funding information: total budget for this call is 1.4 Million euros on the Dutch side, and R6 Million (i.e. 360,000 euros) on the South African side
Deadline: Oct 1, 2020.
19. Open Call for Projects, Innovation Fund Denmark (Denmark)
The objective with this call is to invest in research-based projects within social sciences and humanities, involving partnerships from public and private institutions (universities, municipalities, schools, hospitals, companies, NGO´s, consultancy, unions, etc.) that contribute to solutions to major societal challenges globally and in Denmark.
Funding information: budget for this call is DKK 30 million
Deadline: Oct 1, 2020.
20. Call for Research Proposals, McGill University (Canada)
“Reducing language barriers to enhance access to health and social services while optimizing outcomes” has been identified as a thematic priority area. The topic is broadly construed, and eligible proposals may consider it from theoretical, digital, methodological, evidence-informed perspectives.
Funding information: invites proposals max. CAD 30,000 for projects funded up to 18 months (October 2020 – March 2022).
Deadline: Oct 2, 2020.
21. Youth Action Project Grant Scheme, Foundation for Young Australians (Australia)
An initiative of the Australian Government Department of Health and FYA, the scheme will provide grants to projects that support young people (15-24 years) as they navigate and recover from the Australian bushfires, COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing challenges with employment, mental health, and transportation.
Funding information: applicants must be seeking between AUD 5,000 - 20,000. A total of up to AUD 950,00 (inc. GST) will be allocated.
Deadline: Oct 7, 2020.
22. Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) Grants Program (Australia)
The grants provide funding for short-term research collaborations to develop a new technology, product or service, with focus on addressing gaps in Australia’s waste and recycling capability, particularly in regards to plastics, paper, glass and tires.
Funding information: matched funding of between AUD 100,000 and AUD 3 million.
Deadline: Oct 11, 2020.
23. r4d Program launches Second Call for Transformation Accelerating Grants
Second Call for Transformation accelerating grants (TAGs) that allow teams of r4d researchers and implementing partners (e.g. policy makers, the private sector, development practitioners) to make use of the knowledge, tools and technologies developed within r4d projects through translation and implementation initiatives. Transformation accelerating grants (TAGs) focus on co-creation, social learning, technology transfer and transformative actions with the ultimate aim to accelerate transformation towards sustainable development and reduce poverty in countries of Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Award information: A total budget of about CHF 800'000 is available
Deadline: Oct 12, 2020.
24. EUROPE DIRECT Activities (2021-2025), European Commission (Sweden)
EUROPA DIRECT works continuously and proactively to reach out to people and make them feel more involved in the EU. Through its activities, it disseminates information that enables people to make balanced decisions about the future of the EU and to participate fully in the European democratic process.
Funding information: first year total budget allocated EUR 528,000; individual annual grant 2022-2025 EUR 45,600; individual annual grant amount 2021 is EUR 30,400
Deadline: Oct 15, 2020.
25. Disney Conservation Fund Inspiring Action: Annual Conservation Grants Program (see link for eligible countries)
Awards grants to nonprofit organizations leading comprehensive community conservation efforts and initiatives that protect species and habitats, and inspire kids and families to take action for wildlife and the planet.
Funding information: consider requests for a maximum of USD 50,000 to be provided over a grant period of two years.
Deadline: Oct 16, 2020.
26. Early Career Grants, National Geographic
Designed to offer less experienced individuals an opportunity to lead a project. Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of application submission but are not required to have an advanced degree. Focus areas: changing planet, human journey, and wildlife.
Funding information: projects typically funded for USD 5,000 and cannot exceed USD 10,000.
Deadline: Oct 21, 2020.
27. New Call for Proposals, Wehubit (see link for eligible countries in Africa + Palestine)
Seeking proposals for its grant program "Resilient cities: Towards Inclusive & Sustainable Urban Development" to increase the use and access to digital solutions offering better living conditions in the partner countries of the Belgian Development Cooperation.
Funding information: total indicative sum available is EUR 1,500,000
Deadline: Oct 22, 2020.
28. CLÁR-Funding for Small-Scale Rural Projects (Ireland)
The CLÁR program (CeantarLagaÁrd-Riachtanais) provides funding for small-scale
infrastructural projects in rural areas. CLÁR aims to support sustainable development in
identified areas by attracting people to live and work there. The funding works in
conjunction with local funding and on the basis of locally identified priorities. The scheme is
funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development. It is delivered by local
authorities in consultation with groups in local communities.
Award information: EUR 5 million
Deadline: Oct 28, 2020.
29. Grant Scheme, Union for the Mediterranean (see eligible countries in link)
To enable citizens in the region, particularly the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean countries, to mitigate the labor market challenges following COVID-19 outbreak, by improving the citizens’ employment situation as well as the business environment for entrepreneurs and MSMEs.
Funding information: total EUR 1,130,000; min. EUR 100,000 and max. 300,000
Deadline: Oct 29, 2020.
30. Ignacio H. de Larramendi Research Grants 2020, Fundación MAPFRE
To provide financial support for undertaking research projects in areas of Health Promotion.
The grants are open to any academic and professional researcher and research teams wishing to run research programs, independently or as part of the universities, hospitals, companies or research centers to which they are affiliated.
Funding information: total EUR 240,000. Max. amount each grant EUR 30,000
Deadline: Oct 30, 2020.
31. New Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund 2020
To provide targeted grants to individual species conservation initiatives, recognize leaders in the field and elevate the importance of species in the broader conservation debate. Its focus is global and eligibility for grants will extend to all plant, animal and fungi species conservation efforts, without discrimination on the basis of region or selected species.
Funding information: up to a maximum of USD 25,000 per project
Deadline: Oct 31, 2020.
32. Professional Development Grants, WWF (see link for eligible countries)
Provide support for mid-career conservationists to pursue short-term, non-degree training to upgrade their knowledge and skills. This training can include short courses, certificate training, or conferences among other training opportunities.
Funding information: grants will be awarded up to US 2,000 based on program reqs.
Deadline: Nov 1, 2020.
33. Connection Grants Program, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (Canada)
Supports events and outreach activities geared toward short-term, targeted knowledge mobilization initiatives. These events/activities represent opportunities to exchange knowledge and to engage on research issues of value to those participating, and may serve as a first step toward more comprehensive and longer-term projects. Supports workshops, colloquiums, conferences, forums, summer institutes, or other events or outreach activities
Funding information: must request min. CAD 7,000; for supporting events CAD 7,000-25,000; for supporting outreach activities CAD 7,000-50,000
Deadline: Nov 1, 2020.
34. Regional Conservation Partnership Program, Natural Resources Conservation Service, USDA (USA)
RCPP promotes coordination of NRCS conservation activities with partners that offer value-added contributions to expand collective ability to address on-farm, watershed, and regional natural resource concerns. NRCS seeks to co-invest with partners to implement projects that demonstrate innovative solutions to conservation challenges and provide measurable improvements and outcomes tied to the resource concerns they seek to address.
Funding information: max. available for any project (combined financial and technical assistance) is USD 10 million. The min. amount for a project is USD 250,000.
Deadline: Nov 4, 2020.
35. Partnership Development Grants, Government of Canada (Canada)
Provides support over one to three years to teams/partnerships, led by a project director, to: develop research and/or related activities in the social sciences and humanities, by fostering new partnerships with existing and/or potential partners; or design and test new partnership approaches for research and/or related activities that can result in best practices or models.
Funding information: CAD 75,000 - 200,000
Deadline: Nov 15, 2020.
36. Saltonstall-Kennedy Grant Program, NOAA (USA)
Funds projects that address the needs of fishing communities, optimize economic benefits
by building and maintaining sustainable fisheries, and increase other opportunities to keep
working waterfronts viable.
Funding information: max. funding amount is USD 300,000
Deadline: Nov 20, 2020.
37. New Call for Proposals, Global Biodiversity Information Facility (Pacific countries)
Inviting eligible institutions to submit concept notes for the Biodiversity Information for Development (BID) program, funded by the Directorate-General for International Relations of the European Union. The program aims to build capacities for the effective mobilization and use of biodiversity data in support of sustainable development decisions and policies.
Funding information: total funding allocated amounts to approximately EUR 350,000
Deadline: Nov 26, 2020.
38. New Call for Proposals, Global Biodiversity Information Facility (Caribbean)
Invites the submission of concept notes for project funding from the Caribbean through Biodiversity Information for Development (BID), a program funded by the Directorate-General for International Partnerships of the European Union. The program aims to enhance capacity for effective mobilization and use of biodiversity data in support of decision- and policymaking for sustainable development.
Funding information: total funding assigned to this call is approximately EUR 450,000
Deadline: Nov 26, 2020.
39. New Societal Transformations for Climate Action Research Program, Swedish Foundation for Strategic Environmental Research (Sweden)
Inviting research groups, jointly with civil society organizations, the public sector and other stakeholders, to submit proposals to facilitate societal transformation for climate action through research and innovation. In line with Mistra’s statutes, the research program shall be of strategic environmental importance.
Funding information: expected program budget total SEK 40 million over four years; Foundation’s financial contribution maximum of SEK 40 million.
Deadline: Jan 29, 2021.
40. Call for Proposals, Social Science Research Council
As part of the Just Tech program, seeks proposals from across the social sciences and related fields that address the risks, opportunities, and challenges posed by public health surveillance stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Funding information: awards will range from USD 5,000 to 10,000, with larger amounts directed to projects committed to research partnerships
Deadline: ongoing
41. Collaborate Pacific, New Zealand Foreign Affairs and Trade (see eligible Pacific countries)
Aims to support effective governance, leadership, regional cooperation, and sustainable development in the Pacific through support to one-off, small scale activities that tackle issues that matter to the region. Recognizes that partnership, capacity building, people-to-people links, and knowledge-sharing are critical to ownership of development processes.
Deadline: ongoing
42. Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects
To deliver risk management solutions, informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools to manage water futures in Canada and other regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and water environments.
Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications.
43. Call for Applications, Urgent Action Fund (Africa)
Urgent Action Fund-Africa is expanding its COVID-19 response towards supporting women, transgender and gender non-conforming defenders with disabilities to: develop and widely disseminate messages and information about the disease in disability friendly formats, simplify and/or translate complex COVID 19 information, and provide practical resources.
Funding information: up to USD 8,000
Deadline: applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
44. COVID-19 Young Leaders Fund
Program is designed to support young leaders who are tackling the Covid-19 pandemic on the frontlines. Applicants should be focused on SDGs 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8. One Young World will prioritize initiatives which can use the funds to impact the maximum number of people to the greatest extent.
Funding information: One Young World recommends requesting between GBP 2,500 - GBP 10,000.
Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.
45. Global Innovation Fund (GIF)
This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day.
Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000
Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.
Fellowships and other opportunities
1. Online Workshop, INGSA Global Week of Dialogue Science Advice & COVID-19: What are we learning?
14-17 September, 2020
“What was done right and what has gone wrong in pandemic responses to date?” INGSA is running a week-long dialogue, to pick apart some of the strands of what has happened - to shed light on real-time lessons that jurisdictions and the multi-lateral system can draw on to improve their potential for better outcomes in the immediate, medium and long term.
2. COVID-19 Global South Health and Livelihoods Challenge, OpenIDEO
Seeking innovative ideas for its COVID-19 Global South Health and Livelihoods Challenge that demonstrate a deep understanding of low- and middle-income families in urban areas in the Global South and of those who have been most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Deadline: Sep 10, 2020.
3. New Call for Entries, Top 20 Young Nigerian Conservation Leaders, Nigerian Conservation Foundation
NCF, a leading environmental conservation organization in Nigeria with strong affiliations with global organizations such as IUCN, WWF and BirdLife International is seeking 20 young Nigerians who are actively involved in conservation initiatives for partnership, funding opportunities and global recognition.
Deadline: Sep 14, 2020.
4. Call for Proposals, UNESCO, UNFPA, and UNODC (Lebanon)
Targets NGOs/CSOs/Academic centers and seeks to further support, mobilize, and empower youth-led initiatives and efforts for the community’s response and recovery.
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
5. German Chancellor Fellowship for Tomorrow's Leaders (BRICS & USA)
Offers you an opportunity to take the next career step in Germany – irrespective of your field of work. In order to apply, develop your own project idea and find the host of your choice to mentor you.
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
6. Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship, Chatham House (see link for eligible countries in Africa)
Provide emerging leaders at the mid-point of their careers with the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge, publish, speak at events, expand their personal networks, and further develop an understanding of critical issues in international affairs, which will enable them to contribute to positive change in their home countries and broader region.
Deadline: Sep 20, 2020.
7. Ignite 2020: Opportunity for Women in Agribusiness (Africa)
Designed to spark and inspire African Women Agribusiness Founders to be at the forefront of the sector. It nurtures and turns ground-breaking ideas into profitable and sustainable Agribusinesses. Assists with technical know-how, market access, and mentorship.
Deadline: Sep 20, 2020.
8. Young Professional Development Program, OPEC Fund for International Development (OPEC Fund’s member countries)
Structured 2-year program to prepare young professionals from the OPEC Fund’s member countries for a career in global development. Seeking applicants with a passion for and commitment to international development who demonstrate academic excellence and relevant professional experience, and ambition to help developing countries address their most pressing challenges to achieve social, environmental and economic progress.
Deadline: Sep 21, 2020.
9. The Novartis Reimagining Healthcare Scholarship
Supports young social entrepreneurs and their local/global initiatives to help accelerate their leadership journey. This scholarship is for young leaders whose focus is on supporting, advancing, and / or solving issues in the health care space including mental health, like health care professionals, nurses, volunteers of health care organizations, medical students.
Deadline: Sep 25, 2020.
10. Call for Submissions, WWF (Africa)
During this year’s International Youth Day, calling African youth to share their conservation success stories in order to inspire and tell the world how African youth are shifting from business as usual and are taking action to protect African ecosystems and the people who depend on them.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
11. Islamic Finance Changemakers Competition, Islamic Development Bank
To support social entrepreneurs, innovators and business leaders seeking to create a better society. The aim is building a global movement where anyone, anywhere, can take action to solve a social problem in their community.
Award information: 1st position USD 15,000; 2nd position USD 10,000; 3rd position USD 5,000
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
12. Call for Submissions, Sustainability
To explore and advance understanding of (a) the present state and effectiveness of local, national, and regional policies engaging with, and transforming, the climatological, environmental, social, and economic impacts and consequences of primary and secondary sector expansion and urbanization; and (b) how environmental policies might be designed and embedded into future regional economic and urban development planning to encourage coordination and coherence across sectors and policy domains to deliver sustainable transformations for meeting Agenda 2030 and African Union Agenda 2063.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
13. New Voice Fellowship, Aspen Institute (see eligible countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America)
Recruiting a total of 20-25 Fellows for 2021 who are development experts in fields such as food security, global health, human rights, and climate change. For the 2021 class, special consideration to Fellows whose work focuses on COVID-19 relief, vaccine development, and pandemic resiliency.
Deadline: Oct 1, 2020.
14. New Call for Applications, Civil Society Exchange Program (Turkey and EU)
A 6 – 8 months international mobility program for civil society organizations and initiatives in Turkey and Europe. The aim of the program is to support civil society organizations to foster and form international partnerships and to work with their partners to strengthen their organizational capacity.
Deadline: Oct 5, 2020.
15. New Chevening Research, Science, and Innovation Leadership Fellowship (CRISP) (India and Sri Lanka)
Aimed at mid-career professionals with very high potential in the fields of science, innovation, and business. The program is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office.
Deadline: Oct 19, 2020.
16. Green Ambassador for the Climate in Africa 2020
The young ambassadors will enjoy international recognition as young climate and environment activists in Africa and will join the Climate Change Africa Opportunities (CCAO) Network to share ideas, learn, connect and act on the environment. global imperative to fight climate change.
Deadline: Oct 31, 2020.
17. New Health Policy Fellows, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (USA)
Seeks outstanding midcareer health professionals, behavioral/social scientists, and others who have a record of exceptional professional accomplishment and are recognized experts within their profession, community, institution, or organization.
Award information: up to six awards of up to USD 165,000 each will be made in 2021
Deadline: Nov 9, 2020.
18. New Dorothy Marchus Senesh Fellowship 2021, International Peace Research Association Foundation (see link for eligible countries in Global South)
Available to women from countries in the Global South who have completed a Bachelor's degree, who have been accepted into a graduate program, and whose graduate work is to be focused on issues related to the goals of the IPRA Foundation.
Award information: every other year two women receive school expenses in the amount of USD 5,000 per year for two years.
Deadline: Jan 15, 2021.
Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond.
The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.
20. Scholarship for Displaced Students, Columbia University
Supports displaced students from anywhere in the world who are unable to complete their higher education. These students will receive full tuition, housing, and living assistance while pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees across all 18 Columbia schools and affiliates. Scholarship aims to shift the global dialogue surrounding displaced persons, from one that views them as a burden to one that recognizes them as vital contributors to global innovation and prosperity.
21. Partnering for Change: Link Research to Societal Challenges, University of Basel
Course: How can we address societal challenges with research? Investigate the principles, processes, and uses of transdisciplinarity. Topics include: transdisciplinary projects on sustainable development, migration, and health.