The 2019 ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women seeks to identify and recognize ASEAN-based, early to mid-career women who are using applied sciences in the theme of the “Circular Economy”. The top two finalists will be invited to compete in a pitch competition during an ASEAN Ministerial event in Singapore in October 2019. The overall winner will receive $20 thousand. Eligibility extends to female scientists from any ASEAN member state under the age of 40. Applications are accepted until 24 May 2019. Know more
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U.S. Department of State — Building Cooperation to Combat Wildlife Trafficking Between Africa and Asia
The U.S. Department of State seeks proposals to improve cooperation between governments in Africa and Asia to combat wildlife trafficking and implement joint action to dismantle the transnational networks that perpetrate these crimes. The project budget must fall between US$500 thousand and US$950 thousand. Eligible organizations include U.S. and overseas based non-profit organizations (NGOs) or educational institutions. The closing date for applications is 29 May 2019. Click here
European Commission — Youth Participation to Tackle Climate Change in Egypt
The European Commission aims to increase the participation of Egyptian CSOs in climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. One of the priorities under this call is promoting the participation of youth in climate change mitigation and adaptation (circular economy, small scale renewable energy projects, water management, solid waste management etc.). Grants requested under this call for proposals must fall between €450 thousand and €1 million. Eligibility extends to non-profit organizations registered in Egypt or the European Union. The deadline for submission of concept notes is 13 May 2019. Click here
European Commission — Tackling Climate Change in Rwanda
The European Commission seeks to support small-scale and innovative actions by Rwandan CSOs in the field of human rights and democracy. One of the priorities under this call is tackling climate change and mitigating its adverse effects. Grants requested under this call for proposals must fall between €300 thousand and €550 thousand. Eligibility extends to non-profit organizations registered in Rwanda or the European Union. The deadline for submission of concept notes is 14 May 2019. Click for details
European Commission — Solving Conflicts over Natural Resources in Kenya
The European Commission to strengthen the capacity of civil society organisations in Kenya in addressing the conflicts revolving around land tenure and access to natural resource. The following activities will be supported under this call: capacity building, land mediation initiatives involving local communities, projects of women’s and youth organisation, research, awareness raising and advocacy activities. Grants requested under this call for proposals must fall between €500 thousand and €1 million. Eligibility extends to non-profit organizations registered in anywhere in the world. (Note: If the lead applicant is not established in Kenya, it must act with minimum one co-applicant established in Kenya.) The deadline for submission of concept notes is 14 May 2019. Link
U.S. Mission to South Africa — Reducing Demand for Wildlife
The U.S. Embassy South Africa invites organizations to submit applications to carry out a public marketing campaign for audiences in South Africa for illicit wildlife products (rhino horn, elephant ivory, pangolins, vultures, and other trafficked flora and fauna). The campaign should focus on the historic South African cultural and natural heritage value of these threatened/endangered species as shown through literature, song, art, storytelling, etc. A Grant of US$30 thousand is available under this call. Eligibility extends to universities and non-profit organizations. The application deadline is 31 May 2019. Learn more
U.S. Department of State — Go Green on Campuses and in Surrounding Communities
The U.S. Department of State announces an exchange program between South African and American undergraduate students and nearby youth community leaders. The program provides grants to projects with the aim to organize sessions on aspects of environmental preservation/conservation and help participants to develop a plan to implement a conservation/environmental preservation plan on their campuses and in their communities. Grants may range from US$60 thousand to a maximum of US$90 thousand. The deadline for applications is 31 May 2019. More
Belmont Forum — Climate, Environment and Health
The Belmont Forum, in collaboration with Future Earth, invites proposals for research projects. Research consortia should make use of transdisciplinary approaches to investigate and fill knowledge gaps for a better understanding of links between climate change, environment, and health impacts. Research consortia must include at least three participating partner organizations established in three different countries. Participating organizations under this call are established in the following countries: China, Côte d’Ivoire, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Turkey, UK, and USA. The total amount available is €10.5 million, plus in-kind resources. The call aims to support 10-12 projects of up to 4 years duration. Expressions of Interest have to be submitted by 06 May 2019. More
U.S. Department of State — Combatting Wildlife Trafficking through International Mail
The Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement seeks projects to raise awareness on wildlife trafficking within mail facilities and improve cooperation and coordination on wildlife interdiction. Projects under this call may request up to US$250 thousand. Eligibility extends to non-profit organizations and educational institutions. The closing date for applications is 17 May 2019. Link
European Marine Research Network — Call for Workshops and Working Groups
EuroMarine announces funding to support workshops, working groups, and training and capacity building in themes of marine conservation and management. Workshop activities receive up to €7,500; working groups addressing strategic services or issues receive up to €5,000. Proposals should engage at least three EuroMarine full member organizations in two or more countries. Member organizations include some in the developing world, e.g., Morocco, Peru, South Africa, Tunisia, and Turkey. The deadline for workshops and working groups is 31 May 2019. Details