Funding Friday
We're launching a new innovation lab in Phnom Penh!
Happy Friday!
I hope you’re having a great week! Today, I'm thrilled to share an exciting new opportunity that has just launched: the Develop Impact Social Lab, spearheaded by my team at Glean Asia in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. This innovative program is designed to empower young technologists to use their skills to make a real difference, learning to address social challenges through technology. The part-time, 5-month program offers extensive training, hands-on projects, and a stipend to support participants' journey towards becoming agents of social change.
If you or someone you know is passionate about harnessing technology for good, this is am opportunity not to be missed. Please check out http://www.developimpact.net and consider applying or spreading the word about this program!
Have a great weekend!
Jesse Orndorff
Global
🎥 StoryMI Academy Documentary Film Fellowship
📝 The StoryMI Academy Documentary Film Fellowship 2024 offers aspiring filmmakers a unique opportunity to develop their storytelling skills through documentary film. This fellowship provides training, mentorship, and resources to help fellows produce impactful documentaries that shed light on pressing global issues or underrepresented stories.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Documentary Impact: How can documentaries effectively contribute to social change?
Storytelling Techniques: What are the key storytelling techniques that make documentaries compelling and engaging?
Ethical Filmmaking: What ethical considerations should filmmakers keep in mind when producing documentaries about sensitive or controversial topics?
🔗 StoryMI Academy Documentary Film Fellowship 2024
✊🏾 UN OHCHR Fellowship Programme 2024
📝 The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) offers a Fellowship Programme in 2024 tailored for individuals of African descent. The fellowship aims to empower participants through deepened knowledge and understanding of the United Nations human rights system and its mechanisms. This opportunity provides specialized training on international human rights standards and laws, advocacy tools, and techniques within the UN framework.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Human Rights Education: How can programs like the OHCHR Fellowship enhance the application of international human rights standards at the local level?
Empowerment through Knowledge: In what ways does understanding the UN's mechanisms equip fellows to contribute more effectively to the protection and promotion of human rights?
Global Impact: What are the broader implications for global human rights policy when individuals from marginalized communities are educated and empowered?
🔗 UN OHCHR Fellowship Programme 2024 for People of African Descent
Asia Pacific
📚 Research Residency Program - India
📝 The Research Residency Program in India invites researchers to engage in a funded opportunity to conduct studies in a supportive and resource-rich environment. This program is designed for individuals looking to deepen their understanding of regional issues and contribute to academic and practical knowledge. Key areas of research include environmental sustainability, social change, and technological advancement.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Regional Focus: How can researchers leverage local knowledge and resources to enhance their study outcomes?
Sustainability in Research: What strategies can be implemented to ensure that the research conducted is sustainable and beneficial to local communities?
Technology and Innovation: How can technological advancements be integrated into traditional research fields to foster innovation and new insights?
🔗 Applications Open for Research Residency Program - India
🔬 EDGE Fellowship 2025-2027
📝 The EDGE Fellowship program, running from 2025 to 2027, is designed to support aspiring conservationists dedicated to protecting globally significant species. This unique fellowship offers training, funding, and resources to help fellows implement conservation projects that have a direct impact on species at the edge of extinction. The focus is on promoting scientific, practical, and leadership skills among the next generation of conservation leaders.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Conservation Strategies: What innovative strategies can be employed to protect species on the brink of extinction?
Local Involvement: How important is local community involvement in the success of conservation projects?
Measuring Success: What are the key indicators of success for conservation projects under such fellowships?
👥 ASEFYLS Capacity Buildings 2024
📝 ASEFYLS Capacity Buildings 2024 is an initiative designed to enhance leadership skills among youth in Asia and Europe. This program focuses on fostering critical thinking, ethical leadership, and collaborative skills through workshops, seminars, and hands-on activities. Participants will engage in cross-cultural exchanges and develop competencies that are crucial for addressing contemporary global challenges.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Leadership Development: What are the essential qualities of ethical leadership that should be emphasized in youth capacity-building programs?
Cross-Cultural Collaboration: How can young leaders best utilize cross-cultural interactions to foster global understanding and cooperation?
Skill Application: In what ways can participants apply the skills learned in these programs to make a tangible impact in their local communities?
🔗 ASEFYLS Capacity Buildings 2024
🎓 Oxfam Young Leaders Fellowship Programme 2024
📝 The Oxfam Young Leaders Fellowship Programme 2024 offers a dynamic opportunity for young activists and leaders to enhance their skills in advocacy, policy development, and community organizing. The program focuses on promoting social justice, reducing inequality, and fostering economic development through a series of workshops, mentorship sessions, and practical experiences.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Leadership in Social Justice: What are the essential skills and qualities that young leaders should develop to effectively advocate for social justice?
Community Impact: How can fellows ensure that their projects have a sustainable impact on their communities?
Global Perspectives: How important is it for young leaders to understand and incorporate global perspectives into their local activism?
🔗 Oxfam Young Leaders Fellowship Programme 2024
Africa
📈 Global Environment Facility Microfinance Program for CSOs - Tunisia
📝 The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Microfinance Program offers financial support to civil society organizations (CSOs) in Tunisia, encouraging projects aimed at environmental conservation and sustainability. This initiative seeks to empower local organizations by providing them with the necessary funds to implement innovative and impactful environmental projects.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Community Involvement: How can CSOs maximize community engagement in environmental projects?
Sustainability Practices: What are the best practices for ensuring the sustainability of environmental projects beyond the funding period?
Impact Measurement: How can the impact of funded environmental projects be effectively measured and communicated?
🔗 Global Environment Facility Microfinance Program for CSOs - Tunisia
🌍 Africa-Europe Research Partnership
📝 This initiative seeks to foster collaboration between African and European research entities, promoting the development of joint projects that address global challenges such as climate change, health, and economic development. The partnership aims to leverage diverse expertise and resources to enhance research outcomes and foster mutual understanding and cooperation between the two continents.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Cross-Continental Collaboration: How can effective collaboration between African and European researchers be ensured to maximize the benefits of diverse perspectives?
Research Impact: What mechanisms can be put in place to ensure that the research conducted under this partnership directly benefits both continents?
Funding Allocation: How should funding be allocated to ensure equitable access and opportunity for all participants in the partnership?
🔗 Call for Proposals: Establishing an Africa-Europe Research Partnership
✈️ Fulbright Foreign Student Program - Rwanda
📝 The Fulbright Foreign Student Program in Rwanda offers scholarships to Rwandan students to pursue graduate-level studies in the United States. This program aims to foster mutual understanding between cultures and nations through educational exchanges and to equip participants with skills that will benefit their home communities and professional fields.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Cultural Exchange: How can participants in the Fulbright program contribute to mutual cultural understanding between Rwanda and the United States?
Skill Development: What specific skills should participants aim to acquire to maximize the impact in their communities upon returning home?
Long-term Benefits: How can the benefits of the Fulbright program be sustained long-term for both the participants and their home communities?
🔗 Fulbright Foreign Student Program - Rwanda
⚖️ Sustain Capacity of Law Enforcement to Counter Terrorism in Somalia
📝 This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of Somali law enforcement agencies in countering terrorism effectively and sustainably. The program focuses on training, resource provision, and strategic support to improve security operations and cooperation within the region, aiming to create a safer environment for all residents.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Capacity Building: What are the key elements of effective training programs for law enforcement in counter-terrorism?
Community Relations: How can law enforcement improve its relationship with local communities to aid in counter-terrorism efforts?
Sustainability: What measures can be implemented to ensure the sustainability of improved counter-terrorism capabilities?
🔗 Sustain Capacity of Law Enforcement to Counter Terrorism in Somalia