The special self-help program of the U.S. Embassy to Uganda supports small, sustainable community-based initiatives that have an immediate and strong impact on the local community. The Embassy expects to support different types of projects: from development projects such as agricultural and aquacultural cooperatives to women’s empowerment and the environment. Grants typically range from US$1 thousand to US$10 thousand per project. All applicants must include a significant community contribution. The Embassy welcomes applications from Ugandan-based nonprofit organizations, community based organizations, and citizens. The closing date for applications is 14 April 2023. Self-Help Program
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CMCC Foundation — Climate Change Communication Award
The CMCC Climate Change Communication Award aims to showcase and promote the most creative and impactful initiatives that increase public awareness and disseminate science-based information and data related to climate change. Eligible submissions must present projects, initiatives and tools that communicate climate change through various forms such as arts, theater, video, podcasts, music, photography, journalism, gaming, education, or the use of digital channels and tools. The winning project will receive a cash prize of €5,000. The Award is open to individuals, teams or organizations, regardless of nationality. Eligible submissions must be sent by 15 June 2023. Climate Change Communication Award
African Plant Nutrition Institute — Photo Contest
The African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) seeks photographs that shine a light on plant nutrition research and development across Africa. Photos must show either nutrient deficiency symptoms in a crop or the implementation and development of improved plant nutrition practices. Nutrient deficiency images should be supported by a short description of the symptoms. Photos can be submitted until 01 July 2023. APNI Photo Contest
British Council — Scholarship Program Sustainable Energy
The EU-ECOWAS Scholarship Program provides scholarships for masters’ degrees in the sustainable energy sector at specialized universities in West Africa (Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Togo). The program offers two types of scholarships: Mobile Scholarships and Stationary Scholarships. Applicants must be nationals of a member state of ECOWAS or Mauritania. Work experience in the energy sector in West Africa is an added advantage. The deadline for submission is 10 February 2023. Link
Water Science Policy — Photo Competition
Water Science Policy seeks photo stories on water, partnerships and cooperation for the UN 2023 Water Conference. Submissions should tell stories of how people come together to improve water resources, celebrate life and value nature. Three winners will receive a cash prize. Photo stories can be submitted until 14 February 2023. More information
UNESCO — Award for Biosphere Reserve Management
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) sponsors the Michel Batisse Award for outstanding achievements in biosphere reserve management. The award is US$12 thousand and international travel and allowances in Paris to present the winning case study to the MAB-ICC session. The deadline for applications (English, French) is 15 March 2023. Award for Biosphere Reserve Management
Future Africa Leaders Foundation — Future Africa Challenge
The Future Africa Challenge is a competition to explore the creative potentials of young Africans in Africa and the diaspora. The Challenge seeks projects or solutions of young innovators within 7 categories: Education, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Humanitarian, Agriculture, Advocacy and Movie. Applicants must be between the ages of 15-25 years. The winners of each category receive a cash grant of US$10 thousand. The application deadline is 31 March 2023. Future Africa Challenge
International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre — Sustainable Chemistry and Agriculture
The International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre seeks applications for the Innovation Challenge 2023 – “Sustainable Chemistry and Agriculture.” The challenge addresses innovators developing solutions in the field of fertilizers; nutrient recovery in soil; precision farming; crop protection; water; renewable energy in agriculture; valorization of agricultural waste; and solutions addressing biodiversity loss. The overall Innovation Challenge Winner will receive a cash prize of €15 thousand. Eligible are all innovators and entrepreneurs, including research institutes, start-ups, or small-medium sized enterprises. Applications must be received by 03 April 2023. ISC3 Innovation Challenge
Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership — Masters Studies in Sustainable Energy
The Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership comprises many of the world’s largest energy companies in partnership with international organizations, development banks, institutes, and foundations. The program sponsors ESED (Education for Sustainable Energy Development) to support outstanding students from developing countries to pursue masters-level studies directly related to sustainable energy. The support is US$10 thousand per year for up to two years. Applications are invited from any developing country on the list of ODA recipients. The next application deadline is 07 April 2023. About the scholarship
United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization — Prize on Education for Sustainable Development
The UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for sustainable development recognizes the role of education in connecting the social, economic, cultural and environmental dimensions of sustainable development. The prize consists of three annual awards of US$50 thousand. Institutions, organizations or other entities engaged in education can be nominated. Nominations have to be submitted by 21 April 2023. Nominate here