The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) invites proposals that meet the needs of local communities in the Republic of Moldova. Eligible recipients include local non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies. Projects must align with thematic priorities such as democratic governance, peace and security, or inclusive economic growth, with a cross-cutting focus on gender equality. While the maximum allocation is CAN$100 thousand, typical contributions range between CAN$30 thousand and CAN$60 thousand. The deadline for applications is 17 April 2026. CFLI Moldova
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Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Mongolia
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) invites proposals that meet the needs of local communities in Mongolia. The priorities under this call include women’s economic rights, decent jobs and entrepreneurship, and investing in the poorest and most vulnerable (which may include agriculture or aquaculture projects), as well as environment, climate action focusing on adaptation and mitigation, and water management. The average contribution is C$15 thousand to C$30 thousand per project. Eligibility extends to not-for-profit local, national, or community-based organizations. The deadline for submission is 17 April 2026. CFLI Mongolia
Global Biodiversity Information Facility — Virtual Data Mobilization Workshop for West Asia
The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) Asia Regional Support Team invites applications for a virtual workshop designed to train data holders in biodiversity data management and publication. The program is open to government and organizational representatives from West Asian countries, including Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. Participants will learn project planning, data capture, and the use of GBIF tools, with successful graduates receiving a certification badge. While the workshop is free to attend for the 35 selected participants, no direct financial grants are provided. The program runs from 18 May to 30 June 2026. The deadline for applications is 17 April 2026. More information
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Myanmar
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects in Myanmar. Eligible recipients include local non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies. Projects must align with thematic priorities such as inclusive governance, peace and security, or economic growth that advances women’s rights and leadership. While the maximum allocation per project is CAN$100 thousand, the average contribution ranges from CAN$30 thousand to CAN$45 thousand. The deadline for applications is 19 April 2026. CFLI Myanmar
Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund — Large Grants for the Cerrado
The Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) invites civil society organizations to submit letters of inquiry (LOIs) for large grants to support biodiversity conservation in the Cerrado hotspot in Brazil. This call targets projects that align with the investment priorities detailed in the regional ecosystem profile. Grants are available for amounts exceeding US$50 thousand. The deadline for letters of inquiry is 19 April 2026. Link
American Geophysical Union — Science Journalism Award
The American Geophysical Union accepts nominations for the 2025 science journalism awards. The David Perlman Award for Excellence in Science Journalism recognizes excellence in science news reporting. The Walter Sullivan Award for Excellence in Science Journalism recognizes excellence in science feature reporting. Journalists are welcome to nominate their own work. Nominations may be from any country, in any language, and in any news medium (except books). Each award consists of a plaque and a US$5,000 award. Awardees also receive up to US$1,000 in travel costs to attend an event in Washington, D.C. Nominations can be submitted until 19 April 2026. Science Journalism Awards
Earth Journalism Network — Marine Conservation Story Grants
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) invites applications for story grants to support in-depth reporting on the global “30×30” target, which aims to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. This opportunity is open to individual journalists and reporting groups from coastal countries, with a particular priority for applicants from Ghana, Mexico, and the Philippines. Selected grantees receive an average of US$1,500 to cover reporting costs—such as travel, accommodation, and translation—along with editorial mentorship to produce investigative or solutions-focused stories. Proposals should examine the effectiveness of marine protected areas, the impact of industrial fishing, or the role of local communities and technology in ocean conservation. The deadline for applications is 21 April 2026. Marine Conservation Story Grants
Earth Journalism Network — Great Ape Conservation Media Workshop
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) invites applications from journalists in Indonesia and Malaysia for a specialized workshop on reporting the conservation of gibbons and orangutans. This program seeks to strengthen the capacity of media professionals to cover the threats facing these primates, including habitat loss, illegal trade, and the impact of human-wildlife conflict. Eligible applicants include staff and freelance journalists from print, online, radio, and television outlets who have a demonstrated interest in environmental and biodiversity issues. Selected participants will receive full coverage for travel, accommodation, and meals during the workshop, and those who complete the training will be eligible to apply for follow-up story grants. The deadline for applications is 24 April 2026. Great Ape Conservation Media Workshop
European Space Agency — African Research Fellowships 2026
The European Space Agency (ESA) invites applications for its African Research Fellowships to support the next generation of African Earth observation scientists. The program offers four one-year fellowships at the ESA-ESRIN center in Frascati, Italy, starting in October 2026. Applicants must be African nationals holding a PhD or a master’s degree with significant research experience in satellite remote sensing or a related field. Fellows will receive a monthly subsistence allowance, travel expenses, and a relocation package, though the specific financial totals are not disclosed in the call.The deadline for applications is 29 April 2026. African Research Fellowships
Belmont Forum — Ocean Collaborative Research
The Belmont Forum invites proposals for the Ocean 2 Collaborative Research Action (OCEAN 2 CRA), a program supporting transdisciplinary research focused on biodiversity and ecosystem sustainability for nature and human well-being. Consortia must include participants from at least three different countries receiving support from participating funding agencies, which include organizations from Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Italy, Japan, Norway, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, and Uruguay, among others. Projects should span 36 months and address one of three themes: biodiversity conservation, ocean-biodiversity-climate integration, or ocean governance and ethics. While total funding varies by the specific national annexes of the participating agencies, grants typically support international research collaboration and societal engagement. The deadline for registrations is 30 April 2026. OCEAN 2 CRA