The Coimbra Group offers short-term research grants to early-career scholars from higher education institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. The program enables researchers to visit a participating European university for one to three months to further their research and develop academic collaborations. Applicants must be staff members at a Sub-Saharan African university. Funding amounts vary by host university, with many providing monthly stipends ranging from €750 to €1,500, often supplemented by travel allowances or accommodation. The deadline for applications for the 2026/2027 academic year is 10 May 2026. Coimbra Group
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Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area — Sustainable Water Management
The Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA) invites research consortia to submit projects focused on sustainable water management. The program targets the upscaling of nature-based solutions to address extreme weather events and seeks to enhance policy development through innovative water footprint concepts. Eligibility requires a consortium of at least three legal entities from three different participating countries, including at least one from an EU Member State or associated country and at least one from a Mediterranean Partner Country (such as Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, or Morocco). Funding amounts vary by section: Section 1 projects typically receive approximately €2.7 million each from EU funds, while Section 2 projects receive a minimum of €1.5 million supported by national funding bodies. The deadline for pre-proposals is 15 May 2026. Water Management
Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area — Farming Systems
The Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA) invites research and innovation consortia to apply for its “Farming Systems in the Nexus” calls. The program is divided into two sections: Section 1 focuses on enhancing sustainable farming within Mediterranean wetlands for conservation and coexistence, while Section 2 addresses the upscaling of agroecology practices at the farm level. Eligibility requires a consortium of at least four independent legal entities established in at least three different PRIMA participating countries, including at least one EU Member State or associated country and at least two Mediterranean Partner Countries (such as Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Israel, Tunisia, Morocco, Lebanon, or Türkiye). Section 1 projects typically receive approximately €2.7 million in EU funding for a 36-month duration, whereas Section 2 projects are supported by national funding bodies with varied amounts, often around €1.5 million per project. The deadline for pre-proposals is 15 May 2026. Farming Systems
Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area — Agro-Food Value Chain
The Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA) invites research consortia to submit proposals for its calls focused on the Mediterranean food value chain. The program aims to reduce food losses and waste through circular economy models and to improve the sustainability of food systems. Eligibility requires a consortium of at least three legal entities from three different participating countries, including at least one from an EU Member State or associated country and at least one from a Mediterranean Partner Country (such as Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, or Tunisia). Funding for Section 1 projects is approximately €2.7 million provided by the EU, while Section 2 projects are supported by national funding bodies with amounts typically reaching €1.5 million. The deadline for pre-proposals is 15 May 2026. Agro-Food Value Chain
Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area — Young Innovators Award 2026
The Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA) invites young entrepreneurs and researchers to apply for its 2026 Young Innovators Award. The program recognizes outstanding digital and technological solutions that address sustainability challenges in the Mediterranean region, particularly in the fields of water management, sustainable farming, and the agrifood value chain. Eligible applicants must be under 35 years old and be citizens or residents of a PRIMA participating country, which includes various nations across the European Union and the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean. The award provides a financial prize of €10 thousand to the winner in each category to support the further development or scaling of their innovation. The application deadline is 22 May 2026. Young Innovators Award
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Liberia
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) provides small-scale grants to support high-impact projects designed by local partners in Liberia. Eligible applicants include local non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and community groups working on thematic priorities such as inclusive governance, peace and security, and economic growth. Funding contributions typically range from CAN$20 thousand to CAN$49 thousand, with a maximum possible allocation of CAN$100 thousand for qualified projects. The deadline for the current call for proposals is 27 March 2026. CFLI Liberia
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Côte d’Ivoire
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports high-impact projects focused on peace and security, inclusive governance, and climate action. The program primarily funds local non-governmental organizations, community groups, and academic institutions, with a focus on projects designed by local partners. Average grants range from CAN$20 thousand to CAN$49 thousand, while complex projects may receive a maximum of CAN$100 thousand. The deadline for the current call for proposals is 27 March 2026. CFLI Côte d’Ivoire
United Nations Environment Programme — Course on Multilateral Environmental Agreements
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) offers a course focused on international environmental law-making and diplomacy. The 2026 session focuses on the special theme of “Critical Energy Transition Minerals.” Candidates from developing nations or economies in transition can apply for partial or full fellowships to help with costs. This course is designed for experienced government officials. Additionally, representatives from non-governmental organizations, the private sector, as well as researchers and academics specializing in international environmental law, are encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted by 27 March 2026. Details
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Turkey
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects that align with Canada’s thematic priorities of inclusive governance, peace and security, and economic growth. Local non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and municipal agencies are eligible to apply for funding, which typically averages between CAN$30 thousand and CAN$60 thousand per project. The deadline for the current call for proposals is 30 March 2026. CFLI Turkey
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Vietnam
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale projects that promote inclusive governance, economic growth, and climate action in Vietnam. Local non-governmental organizations, community groups, and academic institutions are eligible to apply, with priority given to projects designed and implemented by local partners. Grants typically range from CAN$15 thousand to CAN$30 thousand, although exceptional projects may receive up to CAN$100 thousand. The deadline for application is 07 April 2026. CFLI Vietnam