Deadline: November 30, 2025 Applications are now open for the Harry Oppenheimer Fellowship Award 2025, the most prestigious research award granted by the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust. With a value of R2.5 million, this fellowship supports outstanding scholars whose groundbreaking research has the potential to advance knowledge, contribute to global development, and leave a lasting impact. About the Harry Oppenheimer Fellowship Award 2025 Established in 2001, the Harry Oppenheimer Fellowship Award was created to honour the legacy of Harry Oppenheimer and his lifelong dedication to intellectual and human development. It is awarded annually to scholars in South Africa whose cutting-edge academic…
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Deadline: September 22, 2025 Are you passionate about cultural heritage, archaeology, and sustainable site management? The UNESCO / Kingdoms Institute – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – AlUla Fellowships Programme 2025 is now open for applications. This prestigious two-year fellowship provides 10 professionals from UNESCO Member States the opportunity to advance their expertise through research, fieldwork, and hands-on training across Saudi Arabia, UNESCO duty stations, and national heritage institutions worldwide. About the UNESCO / Kingdoms Institute – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – AlUla Fellowships Programme 2025 This fellowship programme is a collaboration between UNESCO and the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU).…
Deadline: September 18, 2025 Are you a young leader passionate about international relations, maritime security, and regional cooperation? The DAV International South China Sea Conference Young Leaders Programme 2025 is now open for applications. This fully-funded opportunity, hosted by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (DAV), provides a unique platform for emerging voices in political science, law, and social sciences to actively engage with experts and policymakers on pressing issues related to the South China Sea. About the Young Leaders Programme The Young Leaders Programme is part of the 17th International South China Sea Conference, one of the most prominent forums…
Deadline: October 1, 2025 Are you an innovative fintech or embedded fintech venture seeking to scale your impact? The SHIFT Program 2025 (Scaling Holistic Inclusion in Fintech Transformation) is now open for applications. This programme is designed to empower growth-stage fintech companies serving—or ready to pivot towards serving—women affected by migration and other vulnerable communities across Sub-Saharan Africa, MENA, and Asia. With funding, mentorship, investor access, and global visibility, the SHIFT Program 2025 offers a unique platform for ventures committed to driving financial inclusion at scale. About the SHIFT Program 2025 The SHIFT Program is an initiative that supports high-potential…
Deadline: January 31, 2026 Are you a young changemaker passionate about solving today’s most pressing environmental challenges? The Earth Prize 2026 is now open for applications! This global environmental sustainability competition empowers secondary school students aged 13 to 19 to develop innovative solutions for a greener planet. With a total prize pool of US $100,000, the Earth Prize 2026 provides recognition, mentorship, and funding to bring youth-led projects to life. About the Earth Prize 2026 The Earth Prize 2026 is one of the world’s largest environmental competitions for secondary school students. It encourages young people across the globe to come…
Deadline: December 1, 2025 The prestigious Harvard University Environmental Fellows Program 2026 is now open for applications. This highly competitive fellowship offers early-career scholars the opportunity to pursue innovative environmental research at Harvard while joining a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of experts. With a $90,000 annual salary, generous benefits, and professional development support, the fellowship equips outstanding scholars to make a global impact on environmental challenges. About the Harvard Environmental Fellows Program The Harvard University Environmental Fellows Program provides two-year postdoctoral fellowships for recent PhD graduates (or equivalent). Each year, approximately five fellows are selected to join a diverse cohort, hosted…
Deadline: September 30, 2025 The AAUW American Short-Term Research Publication Grants 2026 are now open for applications. This prestigious programme, administered by the American Association of University Women (AAUW), supports women scholars in preparing their research manuscripts for publication. By doing so, the grant aims to increase the number of women in tenure-track academic positions and foster gender equity in higher education. About the Grant The AAUW American Short-Term Research Publication Grants 2026 provide up to US $8,000 to successful applicants. Funds are awarded in a single payment at the start of the award term, enabling recipients to dedicate time…
Deadline: September 30, 2025 The AAUW International Project Grants 2026 are now open for applications. This programme provides funding of up to $15,000 for alumnae of AAUW International Fellowships to implement impactful community-based projects in their home countries. These projects must directly advance gender equity and improve the lives of women and girls. If you are an alumna of the AAUW International Fellowship and want to drive change in your community, this opportunity is designed for you. About AAUW International Project Grants 2026 The AAUW International Project Grants 2026 empower women leaders who previously received an AAUW International Fellowship to…
Deadline: September 30, 2025 The GSMA Foundry Excellence Awards 2026 are now open for entries! These prestigious awards celebrate outstanding innovation, collaboration, and impact within the global telecoms and digital ecosystem. Companies operating in or adjacent to the telecoms industry worldwide are encouraged to apply and showcase their groundbreaking projects that are shaping the future of connectivity. About the GSMA Foundry Excellence Awards 2026 The GSMA Foundry Excellence Awards recognise and reward companies that have successfully delivered high-impact innovation projects through the GSMA Foundry. Winning an award not only brings industry recognition but also creates new opportunities for networking, visibility,…
dEADLINE: September 10, 2025 The African Planet Prize 2025 is now open for nominations, offering an exciting opportunity to recognise Africa’s brightest early-career researchers who are advancing transformative scientific solutions to urgent planetary challenges. Anchored within the Frontiers Planet Prize framework and powered by the Frontiers Research Foundation (FRF) in partnership with the African Academy of Sciences (AAS), this prize spotlights groundbreaking research that addresses climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and other pressing environmental concerns. About the African Planet Prize 2025 The African Planet Prize 2025 seeks to identify and honour exceptional African scientists working at the cutting edge of…