The Women of the Future Awards Southeast Asia showcases regional emerging leaders to encourage, motivate, and provide role models for future female Asian leaders. The Awards are open to women aged 35 or under. Candidates must be citizens or permanent residents of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, or Myanmar. All shortlisted candidates will be invited to join our Women of the Future global community and receive a complimentary place to attend the 2026 WOF Awards in Southeast Asia. Nominations will close on 08 September 2026. Details
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Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Burkina Faso
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) funds small-scale, high-impact projects in Burkina Faso. Eligible applicants include local non-governmental organizations, community groups, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies. Projects must align with thematic priorities such as inclusive governance, peace and security, and economic growth that works for everyone. The average grant size ranges from CAN$45 thousand to CAN$50 thousand, with a maximum allocation of CAN$100 thousand per project. The deadline for applications is 22 May 2026. More
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Benin
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects in Benin. Eligible applicants include local non-governmental organizations, community groups, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies. Projects must align with thematic priorities such as inclusive governance, peace and security, and economic growth that works for everyone. The average grant size ranges from CAN$45 thousand to CAN$50 thousand, with a maximum allocation of CAN$100 thousand per project. The deadline for applications is 22 May 2026. Know more
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The program is open to local non-governmental organizations, community groups, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies. Projects must align with thematic priorities such as inclusive governance, gender equality, and peace and security. While the average grant size ranges from CAN$25 thousand to CAN$75 thousand, the maximum allocation for a single project is CAN$100 thousand. The deadline for applications is 22 May 2026. Details here
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development — Leadership Training
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) offers a series of leadership training courses for professionals in the African agricultural research and development sector. The program provides three distinct tracks: a virtual course for emerging leaders, a virtual course for women leading in times of change, and an in-person women’s leadership and management course. These courses target individuals ranging from rising professionals to senior-level managers who work in organizations such as agricultural research centers and international agencies. Applications are currently being accepted for sessions held between August and December 2026. AWARD encourages early registration due to limited space. Leadership Training
World Academy of Sciences — Samira Omar Innovation for Sustainability Award
The Samira Omar Innovation for Sustainability Prize recognizes woman scientists from least-developed countries with scientific achievements in clean and renewable energy; sustainable agriculture and agro-biodiversity; plastic pollution and microplastics, water purification and sanitation, climate change, waste management, biodiversity conservation, and other themes related to sustainability. The winner will receive a cash award of US$4 thousand. Candidates should be working and living in an LDC country for at least two years prior to nomination. The deadline for nominations is 30 June 2026. Innovation for Sustainability Award
World Academy of Sciences — Prize in Agricultural Sciences or Biology
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) invites nominations for the Fayzah M. Al-Kharafi Award in Agricultural Sciences or Biology. The prize aims to recognize scientists for their achievements in Agricultural Sciences or Biology. Eligible nominees are female scientists from scientifically and technologically lagging countries. The prize is a US$4 thousand cash award. Nominations should be submitted electronically before 30 June 2026. Prize in Agricultural Sciences or Biology
World Academy of Sciences — TWAS-Abdool Karim Prize in Biological Sciences
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) invites nominations for the Abdool Karim Prize in Biological Sciences. The prize aims to recognize scientists for their achievements in Biological Sciences. Eligible nominees are female scientists national of a low-income African country. The prize is a US$5 thousand cash award. Nominations should be submitted electronically before 30 June 2026. Award in Biological Sciences
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Armenia
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects in Armenia that focus on inclusive governance, peace and security, and climate action. Local non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and municipal government bodies are eligible to apply, provided their projects are community-driven. For the 2026 cycle, average grant contributions range from CAN$30 thousand to CAN$60 thousand, with a maximum possible allocation of CAN$100 thousand. Funding can support initiatives spanning up to two years, addressing priorities such as conflict prevention and water management. The deadline for submission is 15 May 2026. CFLI Armenia
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in the Caribbean Islands
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) provides funding for small-scale, high-impact projects in Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The program supports initiatives designed by local partners that address thematic priorities such as peace and security or inclusive economic growth. Eligible applicants include local non-governmental organizations, community groups, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies. The average grant ranges from CAN$30 thousand to CAN$60 thousand, with a maximum limit of CAN$100 thousand per project. The deadline for applications is 30 April 2026. More