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Deadline: February 16, 2026 The Theirworld Small Grants Programme 2026 – Up to £10,000 Funding is now open to eligible organisations working to improve education outcomes for children and young people around the world. This funding opportunity supports small-scale, high-impact projects that address some of the most urgent challenges facing marginalised communities. The Theirworld Small Grants Programme 2026 – Up to £10,000 Funding is designed to help registered charities and not-for-profit organisations deliver practical, community-level interventions aligned with Theirworld’s education priorities. About the Theirworld Small Grants Programme The Theirworld Small Grants Programme provides flexible funding to organisations implementing projects that…

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Deadline: February 17, 2026 The Ghent University Doctoral Scholarships for Candidates from the Global South 2026 present a prestigious opportunity for outstanding researchers from developing countries to pursue a PhD through an international “sandwich” research model. Funded under Ghent University’s Special Research Fund (BOF), this programme strengthens global academic collaboration while supporting high-quality doctoral research. The Ghent University Doctoral Scholarships for Candidates from the Global South 2026 are highly competitive and designed for early-stage PhD researchers who demonstrate strong academic potential and commitment to development-oriented research. Overview of the Scholarship Programme Scholarship Benefits Successful applicants under the Ghent University Doctoral…

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Deadline: February 15, 2026 The World Bank Group Pioneers Internship Program 2026 is the flagship global internship programme of the World Bank Group, designed to provide students and early-career professionals with hands-on experience in international development. This prestigious paid internship offers a unique opportunity to work on real-world development projects while gaining exposure to global policy, research, and operations. The World Bank Group Pioneers Internship Program 2026 brings together talented individuals from around the world who are passionate about solving global challenges and contributing to sustainable development. About the World Bank Group Pioneers Internship Program 2026 The World Bank Group…

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Deadline: February 15, 2026 The AIDS Prevention Ambassador Fellowship 2026 is a prestigious, competitive fellowship designed to support digital content creators, advocates, and community leaders who are advancing HIV prevention awareness, education, and advocacy globally. Organised in connection with AIDS 2026 – the 26th International AIDS Conference, the fellowship empowers selected ambassadors to strengthen their advocacy impact, expand their networks, and engage directly with the latest HIV prevention science, policy, and community-led innovations. This opportunity offers both financial and professional support, including full participation in AIDS 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, alongside global visibility for impactful HIV prevention messaging.…

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Deadline: March 15, 2026 The World IP Day Youth Video Competition 2026 is a global creative challenge organised to celebrate World Intellectual Property (IP) Day 2026. The competition invites young people from around the world to showcase, through short videos, how intellectual property drives innovation, creativity, and progress in sports. The World IP Day Youth Video Competition 2026 provides a unique platform for young innovators, creators, entrepreneurs, and storytellers to share their ideas, highlight real-world applications of IP, and gain international recognition. Overview of the World IP Day Youth Video Competition 2026 World IP Day is celebrated annually on 24…

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The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) Grant Application Guide provides comprehensive information for civil society organisations seeking funding to advance democratic values worldwide. The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) supports non-governmental initiatives that strengthen democratic institutions, promote human rights, and foster civic participation across more than 100 countries. This National Endowment for Democracy (NED) Grant Application Guide outlines eligibility criteria, priority funding areas, application requirements, deadlines, and submission procedures to help organisations prepare strong and compliant proposals. About the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is a non-profit, non-partisan foundation dedicated to supporting democratic development…

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Deadline: Unspecified The Africa-Europe Partnerships for Culture (AEPC) is a flagship cultural cooperation initiative supported by the European Union in collaboration with leading international cultural organisations, including the Goethe-Institut, Institut Français, UNESCO, and EUNIC Global. The programme is designed to strengthen cultural dialogue, co-creation, professional exchange and long-term partnerships between cultural actors in Africa and Europe. Through targeted grants, capacity-building activities and policy engagement, Africa-Europe Partnerships for Culture (AEPC) aims to foster inclusive cultural ecosystems, amplify diverse narratives and promote sustainable collaboration across both continents. Programme Objectives The Africa-Europe Partnerships for Culture programme seeks to: Key Programme Components 1. Grants…

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Deadline: March 12, 2026 The Climate Smart Communities Initiative Funding Programme 2026 provides targeted grant funding and technical support to help communities across the United States strengthen climate resilience. The programme focuses on planning and early-stage implementation projects that address climate risks while centring equity, community leadership, and practical adaptation solutions. The Climate Smart Communities Initiative Funding Programme 2026 is designed to support collaborative, community-driven efforts that build long-term resilience to climate impacts such as flooding, extreme heat, drought, and other climate-related challenges. Overview of the Climate Smart Communities Initiative Funding Programme 2026 The Climate Smart Communities Initiative (CSCI) supports…

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Deadline: March 1, 2026 The United Nations Voluntary Trust Fund on Contemporary Forms of Slavery is a global humanitarian funding mechanism established to support victims and survivors of modern slavery. Managed by the United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR), the Fund provides direct assistance to individuals whose fundamental human rights have been violated through contemporary forms of slavery. The United Nations Voluntary Trust Fund on Contemporary Forms of Slavery plays a critical role in helping civil society organisations deliver life-saving and restorative support to some of the world’s most vulnerable populations. Overview of the Fund Established by a resolution of…

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Deadline: March 19, 2026 The European Cross-border Grants 2026 programme provides funding to support high-quality investigative journalism carried out through cross-border collaboration across Europe. The initiative is designed to strengthen independent journalism by enabling journalists and news organisations to work together on in-depth investigations that address issues of public interest affecting European audiences. The European Cross-border Grants 2026 respond to the growing need for collaborative reporting that transcends national boundaries, encourages shared expertise, and amplifies impactful journalism across multiple countries. Overview of the European Cross-border Grants 2026 The European Cross-border Grants programme supports investigative journalism projects that involve journalists and…

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