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  • Paul Farmer Lectureship and Award for Global Health Equity 2025 ($5,000 CAD prize)

    Paul Farmer Lectureship and Award for Global Health Equity 2025 ($5,000 CAD prize)

    Deadline: June 8, 2025

    Applications are open for the Paul Farmer Lectureship and Award for Global Health Equity 2025. To honour the legacy of Dr. Paul Farmer, the McGill School of Population and Global Health (SPGH) established the Paul Farmer Lectureship and Award for Global Health Equity in 2024 to be given annually to an individual who models and demonstrates Paul’s vision of a ‘preferential option for the poor’ to achieve equity in health.

    In particular, the award is used to honour individuals (or couples) working in under-served communities whose work is often not recognized or made visible. They want to honour people who have been bold enough to “counter failures of imagination” and have lived a life of accompaniment. By modeling accompaniment himself, Paul taught us that our lives are in service of others.

    Award

    • The Awardee will deliver a special lecture/oration at McGill University and receive a cash honorarium. In 2025, the honorarium will be CAD $5,000. Travel to visit McGill University will also be covered.

    Eligibility

    Eligible nominee:

    • Is a living person, an exceptional practitioner, leading impactful work to address health inequities in underserved communities in any region of the world;
    • Has a substantial, long-term track record of demonstrably improving health equity at the community level;
    • Is from any region of the world but nominations from the Global South are especially welcome;
    • May conduct research or lead an institution as part of their practice, but the award is not based on research track record or an individual’s rank within an institution; it is based on practice or service that leads to improvement of health equity.

    Application

    Self-nominations are not accepted. All nominations must be submitted by a single lead nominator who will take responsibility for putting together the below package. Nominees must be made aware of their nomination beforehand and provide their consent to the nominators.

    • Biosketch: Biosketch or brief biography of the nominee which includes their contact information (email and mobile phone numbers) as well as photograph (headshot). 1 page max.
    • Rationale for nomination (1,000 words max): What makes the nominee worthy of the Paul Farmer Award for Health Equity? Summary of nominee’s body of work and their impact on tackling health inequities in underserved communities or populations.
    • Short resume or CV of the nominee: 10 pages max (Note: While a short resume or CV is required, nominations will be accepted and encouraged on behalf of those who do not have extensive formal academic credentials).
    • Nomination letters: Two letters are required, one by the lead nominator and one by a secondary nominator. Each letter should not exceed two pages. Nominators must be able to provide objective evaluations of the candidate and their body of work, demonstrating the nominee’s impact on improving health equity in underserved communities through evidence or citations. Additional letters beyond the required two cannot be submitted.

    The deadline to submit nominations is Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 11:59 PM EDT. Late submissions will not be considered.

    Click here to nominate

    For more information, visit Paul Farmer Lectureship and Award.

  • WFSA Scholarships to the World Congress of Anaesthesiologists (WCA) 2026 (Fully-funded to Marrakech, Morocco)

    WFSA Scholarships to the World Congress of Anaesthesiologists (WCA) 2026 (Fully-funded to Marrakech, Morocco)

    Deadline: April 20, 2025

    Applications are open for the WFSA Scholarships to the World Congress of Anaesthesiologists (WCA) 2026. World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists (WFSA) is offering scholarships for the World Congress of Anaesthesiologists (WCA) 2026, made possible through generous donations from partner organisations and individuals.

    The 19th World Congress of Anaesthesiologists will take place in Marrakech, Morocco, from 15-19 April 2026. WCA is the only truly global anaesthesiology congress, representing 130+ countries and offering a diverse scientific programme with 20 focused tracks tailored to sub-specialties in anaesthesiology and critical care.

    Benefits

    Successful applicants will receive:

    • Round-trip travel to Marrakech, Morocco
    • Visa application fees
    • Accommodation (6 nights)
    • Subsistence allowance
    • Congress registration
    • Workshop allowance
    • Networking events

    Eligibility

    Applicants must be: 

    • Anaesthesiologists who have completed their training within the last five years; 
    • Be members of their National Society of Anaesthesiologists;
    • Be from a low- or middle-income country;
    • Have at least a basic understanding of English to ensure full engagement during the congress;
    • Be a first-time scholarship recipient (i.e., not having previously received a WFSA scholarship).

    Preference will be given to: 

    • Early-career anaesthesiologists. 
    • Applicants working in teaching hospitals. 
    • Applicants who have submitted an abstract for WCA2026.

    Application

    Required Documents:

    • Curriculum vitae/resume.
    • A letter of motivation.
    • Medical degree certificate.
    • Anaesthesia qualification certificate.
    • A letter of recommendation from your workplace.
    • A letter of recommendation from your National Anaesthesiology Society.
    • A copy of your passport biodata page (must be valid at least until October 2026)

    Click here to apply

    For more information, visit WFSA Scholarships.

  • World Bank Legal Vice Presidency (LEG VPU) Internship Program – Fall 2025

    World Bank Legal Vice Presidency (LEG VPU) Internship Program – Fall 2025

    Deadline: April 30, 2025

    Applications are open for the World Bank Legal Vice Presidency (LEG VPU) Internship Program – Fall 2025. The World Bank Legal Vice Presidency offers highly-motivated law students an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and work of the World Bank and that of the Legal Vice Presidency. The World Bank Legal Internship Program allows individuals to bring new perspectives, innovative ideas, and latest research experiences into the World Bank’s daily operations and improve their legal skills while working in a multicultural environment.

    The objective of the program is to provide you first-hand experiences of the day-to-day operations of the World Bank by closely collaborating with staff in the Legal Vice Presidency. As part of our team, working directly with outstanding and inspiring development professionals and senior management, you will get the chance to contribute to the legal services offered by the Legal Vice Presidency as well as participate in high-profile events and conferences organized during the term of your internship.

    The World Bank Legal Internship Program is offered thrice a year for a period of maximum three months at World Bank Headquarters in Washington, D.C. and in certain selected country offices for currently enrolled law school students.

    Benefits

    • This is an excellent opportunity for students looking to gain professional experiences at the World Bank in the form of externships during the academic year while enrolled in a full-time law program or for those enrolled in part-time and/or evening law programs. According to U.S. Department of Homeland Security rules, students authorized to participate in pre-completion OPT may work part-time (20 hours or less per week) while school is in session.

    Eligibility

    • You hold citizenship of any IBRD member state.
    • You are enrolled in an LLB, JD, LLM, SJD, PhD, or equivalent legal academic program while you would be undertaking your internship with the World Bank (e.g. if you apply for the Summer Cycle of LIP, you must be enrolled in an eligible legal academic program between June and August).
    • You have an excellent command of the English language.
    • Preference shall be given to candidates who possess a decent command of a second language, especially if that is one of the working languages of IBRD (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
    • Applications from eligible international as well as U.S.-based students are equally encouraged.

    Application

    Click here to apply

    For more information, visit World Bank Legal Internship.

  • UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of Young Scientists 2025 ($50,000 prize)

    UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of Young Scientists 2025 ($50,000 prize)

    Deadline: April 15, 2025

    Applications for the UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of Young Scientists 2025 are now open. The UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of Young Scientists in STEM aims to boost research, education, and global cooperation to tackle challenges aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

    It recognises young innovators whose work drives global socio-economic progress, while encouraging interest in science, particularly among women and girls, to foster gender equality and promote scientific careers. The UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize aligns with UNESCO’s focus on Gender Equality, aiming to inspire more women to pursue STEM careers.

    Prizes

    • The Prize includes $50,000, a medal, and a diploma for each winner.

    Eligibility

    • Candidates must have gained recognition for significant achievements or contributions in one or more of the following areas:
      • Research in STEM, including emerging technologies
      • STEM education, dissemination of research findings, creativity, and innovation
      • International or regional cooperation in STEM
    • Candidates must be under 40 years old at the time of the application deadline.
    • Nominations of young women scientists are strongly encouraged to promote gender balance in STEM fields.

    Application

    • Register online: create a candidate account here and complete user profile information.
    • Complete the application form: provide detailed information about your achievements and contributions in line with the submission criteria.
    • Prepare supporting documents: upload all necessary supporting documents, including:
      • A description of your background and achievements
      • A summary of your work, publications, and other significant contributions
      • A statement detailing your contribution to the objectives of the Prize
    • Language requirement: all applications must be completed in full in English or French.

    For more information, visit UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize.

  • Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize 2025 for Canadian Youth

    Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize 2025 for Canadian Youth

    Deadline: April 30, 2025

    Applications are open for the Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize 2025. Are you a young poet in Canada? Showcase your talent and get recognized in the prestigious Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize for Canadian Youth!

    The Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize for Canadian Youth was established to foster a lifelong relationship between Canadian youth and the literary arts, specifically poetry. The prize is supported through a generous donation from the Stursberg family and other donors in honour of Jessamy Stursberg.

    Benefits

    • Cash Prizes: Win $450, $400, or $350 in both Junior (Grades 7–9) and Senior (Grades 10–12) categories.
    • Recognition: Gain national recognition for your poetic talent.
    • Opportunity to Grow: Be part of a legacy that nurtures young poets across Canada.

    Eligibility

    • Students must be in one of the two categories: grades 7-9 (junior), or grades 10-12 (senior).
    • Students may submit only one (1) poem.
    • Poems must be a maximum of one (1) page long.
    • Students must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
    • Homeschooled students are welcome to submit – select the grade most appropriate for your age or year of study.
    • Parents, guardians, and teachers are permitted to submit poems on behalf of students as long as the student has provided their consent.

    Application

    Click here to submit your entry

    For more information, visit Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize.

  • Rogers Youth Grants 2025 for Canadian Community Organizations (up to $25,000)

    Rogers Youth Grants 2025 for Canadian Community Organizations (up to $25,000)

    Deadline: April 24, 2025

    Applications for the Rogers Youth Grants 2025 are now open. Rogers Youth Grants support Canadian community organizations that deliver educational and employment programs to youth ages 12-29.

    Since the company was founded more than 60 years ago, their social impact programs have made meaningful and measurable impact in communities across the country. The Rogers Youth Grants has an open call for applications to registered Canadian charities and non-profits that deliver educational and employment programs across Canada to youth ages 12-29. They aim to prioritize youth who are furthest from opportunities due to socioeconomic and other barriers and partner with organizations that run programs that integrate education, mentorship and workforce development to empower underserved youth to achieve their full potential.

    The following types of programs are eligible for funding:  

    • Mentorship
    • Core academic training, facilitating academic achievement
    • Career readiness/jobs-based skills-building
    • Structured learning aimed at increasing the likelihood of pursuing higher education or employment

    Grants

    • Rogers Youth Grants are valued at $10,000 or $25,000.

    Eligibility

    • Organizations must be a charitable or non-profit organization.
    • Grants are intended to be for one-year (no multi-year agreements).
    • Organizations must have a sustained record of achievement and be in good financial standing.
    • Programs must have a measurable social impact and be focused on programs and projects rather than bricks and mortar.
    • Overhead costs for the organization must not exceed 30%.
    • Your application should be accompanied by your organization’s most recent audited financial statement conducted by a public accounting firm/professional (completed in the past two years).
    • If applying for a $10,000 grant, your program must impact a minimum of 75 youth. If applying for a $25,000 grant, your program must impact a minimum of 150 youth.
    • While they understand that addressing root causes like homelessness, food insecurity, and mental health are essential and deeply interconnected with lack of access to education and employment, the programs they look to fund should primarily focus on education and job training.

    Application

    The grants portal opened on March 24, 2025, at 9 am EST, and will close on April 24, 2025, at 5 pm EST. They invite interested organizations to submit applications for funding consideration during this period.

    Click here to apply

    For more information, visit Rogers Youth Grants.

  • ATKV x Global Changemakers Global Youth Summit 2025 (Fully-funded to South Africa)

    ATKV x Global Changemakers Global Youth Summit 2025 (Fully-funded to South Africa)

    Deadline: April 25, 2025 (Int’l Applicants) / May 25, 2025 (South African Applicants)

    Applications for the ATKV x Global Changemakers Global Youth Summit 2025 are now open. The Global Youth Summit 2025 is a fully funded, life-changing opportunity for young Changemakers worldwide! This year, ATKV and Global Changemakers are bringing together passionate youth leaders in Cape Town, South Africa, from 20 – 24 October, 2025 for an immersive experience in leadership, innovation, and collaboration.

    ​The summit isn’t just an event—it’s a dynamic space where ideas, cultures, and visions for a better world come together. If you’re aged 21-28 and making a difference in your community, this is your chance to take part in an unforgettable week of skills training, networking, and capacity building. Alongside some of the most inspiring young leaders from around the world, you’ll gain the tools and connections to amplify your impact.

    As a Global Youth Summit 2025 participant, you’ll join a thriving international network of over 1,200 changemakers and gain access to exclusive grant funding opportunities to turn your ideas into action.

    Benefits

    The Global Changemakers will provide:

    • Round trip airfare
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Eligibility

    • Open to English speaking Changemakers;
    • Aged 21-28 and living anywhere in the world;
    • All applicants residing outside of South Africa must apply as international applicants between April 1 and April 25, 2025.
    • ​Applicants living in South Africa will have a separate application period from May 1 to May 25, 2025.

    Application

    Don’t miss your chance to join the fully funded Global Youth Summit 2025! The simple three-step application process is your ticket to an unforgettable experience—connecting with fellow changemakers, gaining new skills, and turning ideas into action.

    Each step is designed to ensure that every participant brings a unique vision and passion to our global community.

    For more information, visit Global Youth Summit.

  • Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2025 (Fully-funded to Munich, Germany)

    Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2025 (Fully-funded to Munich, Germany)

    Deadline: May 5, 2025

    Applications are open for the Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2025. The Audi Environmental Foundation actively supports research into new technologies and scientific methods for a liveable future. Its stated goal is to make a contribution to environmental protection and to create and promote ways of behaving sustainably.

    The Foundation focuses in particular on promoting and developing environmentally compatible technologies, measures for environmental education, and protecting the natural necessities of life for humans, animals, and plants. It was established in 2009 by AUDI AG as a 100-percent subsidiary and is part of the company’s social and environmental commitment.

    Scarce resources, environmental destruction, climate change, and population growth – these are just a few aspects that are influencing society, politics, and business. With the advancing change in social values, for more and more people, sustainability is becoming part of their outlook on life. The challenges that confront us are increasingly complex. Only by working with partners can we develop good concepts and sound solutions to successfully cope with these challenges.

    Audi Environmental Foundation is therefore collaborating with One Young World to offer scholarships to seven inspiring young leaders to attend this year’s One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich, Germany. This scholarship is intended for young leaders who are driving change by tackling the climate crisis. Examples of relevant work may include:

    • Using innovative technologies to combat climate issues, e.g. by reducing pollution;
    • Promoting climate education and its accessibility to increase awareness;
    • Advocating for climate equity and justice;
    • Empowering vulnerable communities and ensuring resilience to the effects of climate change;
    • Protecting crucial ecosystems e.g. by halting land degradation or revitalising marine environments.

    Benefits

    Scholars will receive:

    • Access to the One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich, Germany.
    • Hotel accommodation in Munich between 2 – 6 November (inclusive) 2025.
    • Participation in a pre-event hosted by the Audi Environmental Foundation on 3 November.
    • The cost of travel to and from Munich (flights in economy).
    • Catering which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
    • Transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue.

    Eligibility

    • Be aged 18 – 30 years.
    • Nationals of all countries will be eligible to apply for this scholarship.
    • Demonstrated capacity for leadership.
    • Understanding of key local and/or global issues.
    • Track record of generating impactful and innovative solutions.
    • Demonstrated impact and innovation in tackling environmental challenges.

    Application

    Application deadline is May 5, 2025. Late applications will not be considered.

    Click here to apply

    For more information, visit Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarship.

  • Val Okafor from Nigeria is OD Young person of The Month – April 2025

    Val Okafor from Nigeria is OD Young person of The Month – April 2025

    Val Okafor is a Youth Development Professional, Leadership Coach, and Transformational Speaker. His journey into thought leadership began in 2014, in a small community in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. He never imagined at that time that a single spark of passion would one day grow into a movement transforming thousands of lives across Africa.

    Read About his incredible journey and be inspired below

    At the heart of his work is the Next Level Conversation Young Leaders Program, a flagship initiative that has, over the last four years, transformed the lives of about 1,000 young Africans. Through this program, participants receive mentorship, leadership training, and access to global opportunities. The impact has been profound, with alumni going on to launch businesses, secure fully-funded scholarships, and drive meaningful social change in their communities. The true power of leadership, he believes, lies not in titles but in the ability to multiply impact. Witnessing a young entrepreneur build a business that employs others or a mentee secure an international opportunity they once thought impossible serves as the fuel that drives his work. Before founding his organization, he dedicated his time to community development, working with initiatives focused on leadership and education.

    Grand Africa Initiative (GAI) (2020–2023): As the Outreach and Events Lead, he played a key role in organizing and overseeing initiatives that empowered young leaders across the continent. His efforts contributed to the program’s growth and impact, fostering meaningful engagement and development opportunities for participants.

    On Challenges Faced
    His journey was not without challenges. Before he could empower others, he had to overcome his own self-doubt, inferiority complex, imposter syndrome, and a fixed mindset that held him back. He found strength in studying the lives of great men and women who reshaped history. Their stories rewired his thinking, helping him see the possibilities within himself. He refused to let fear define his limits, and in doing so, he discovered the power to liberate others.

    Recognitions & Awards.

    Today, over 100,000 lives have been impacted by his work. The journey has been met with incredible recognition, including:

    1. Humanitarian Student of the Year Award (University of Nigeria, Nsukka) for his commitment to community impact
    2. Innovative Young Africans Award (International Internship University, India) for his contributions to youth development
    3. 234 Project Award of Achievement (Texas, USA) for empowering underprivileged school children in Nigeria
    4. Named one of the Top 100 Most Inspiring Africans by Opportunities Hub
    5. Fully funded delegate at the Jamie Pajoel International Leadership Conference (Rwanda)
    6. Fully funded delegate representing Nigeria at the 27th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
    7. Inducted as a Mentor on The Tony Elumelu Foundation, Africa’s largest philanthropic organization supporting entrepreneurs.

    Looking Ahead: Val’s Vision for the Future

    Through The Val Okafor Company and his continued engagements, his mission remains the same: to equip the next generation of African leaders and entrepreneurs with the tools to thrive. The work is far from over, but if there’s one thing his journey has taught him, it is that no dream is too big, no challenge is too great, and no impact is too small to matter.

    Val Okafor believes that when young people are empowered, they don’t just change their own lives, they transform entire communities. In Val’s Words “Keep Knocking on those doors”

    Connect to Val Okafor here, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn

    You can be the next Opportunity Desk Young Person of the Month! All you have to do is get a friend to recommend your work or fill out the nomination form here. We want to use the platform to recognize and celebrate the efforts of amazing young people around the world. Oh! And you must be an active Opportunity Desk member, either as a fan, reader, or subscriber! Share!

    Read about previous YPOMs here.

  • UNICEF Call for Innovative WASH Solutions 2025 (up to $150,000)

    UNICEF Call for Innovative WASH Solutions 2025 (up to $150,000)

    Deadline: April 30, 2025

    Applications are invited for the UNICEF Call for Innovative WASH Solutions 2025. The UNICEF Sustainable WASH Innovation Hub sources, accelerates and scales transformative water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) solutions to drive lasting impact for children and their families.

    Solutions within the innovation portfolios are selected based on their potential to accelerate results for children across multiple countries, regions, and potentially globally. The portfolios ensure that innovation is strategic and programme-driven, with a focus on evidence-building and scaling up across multiple geographies.

    This Call for Applications is intended to expand the WASH innovation portfolio with solutions that address systemic problems for WASH. They are seeking a diverse range of innovative solutions, including but not limited to programmatic models, private sector approaches, public sector strategies, and other relevant models.

    Challenges

    The WASH Innovation Hub is seeking proven solutions addressing one or both of the following innovation challenges:

    Strengthening supportive environments for WASH SMEs

    The Challenge: A lack of supportive environments for WASH small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is limiting their capacity to expand and flourish, hindering their ability to contribute effectively to WASH governance and services.

    They are looking for solutions that will address multiple aspects of the challenge, such as:

    • Building a stronger ecosystem for WASH SMEs by improving access to finance and investment.
    • Strengthening partnerships between WASH SMEs, governments, and large service providers.
    • Supporting SMEs in leveraging tools and systems to enhance efficiency and track performance.
    • Influencing policies that enable SMEs to formalize, scale, and thrive.

    Enhancing climate-sensitive data and integration into WASH programming

    The Challenge: Insufficient climate-sensitive data and an understanding of integrating climate change impacts into WASH programming present challenges to WASH practitioners modeling the long-term sustainability of water resources, impacting the service’s resilience.

      They are looking for solutions that will address multiple aspects of the challenge such as:

      • Improving the collection, analysis, and accessibility of climate-sensitive data.
      • Integrating climate change considerations into WASH planning and decision-making.
      • Enhancing collaboration with governments, local stakeholders, and organizations to address climate risks in WASH services.
      • Strengthening WASH systems to be more resilient to climate variability and environmental changes.

      Benefits

      If you are ready to scale your WASH innovation with UNICEF, here’s what they offer:

      • Global reach: Access UNICEF’s networks across 190+ countries, collaborate with field teams, and engage with governments to expand your impact.
      • Strategic matchmaking: Connect with ecosystem actors, creating pathways for scale impact through strategic alliances and community engagement.
      • Expert support: Gain technical and financial guidance to align your solution with market needs, regulatory frameworks, and best practices.
      • Catalytic funding: Access to an initial grant of approximately $150,000 USD in flexible funds to support evidence generation, feasibility studies, and market understanding and assessments.

      Eligibility

      • Be a Registered Entity: Apply with one lead entity as a registered company, university spin-off, NGO, UN organization or Government agency.
      • Have Financial Viability: Availability of a detailed financial plan and projections for the next 12 months.
      • Address WASH Hub Goals: Solution must clearly tackle at least one WASH Hub Problem Statement.
      • Operates in UNICEF Countries: Has demonstrated the impact of the solution or plans to in at least UNICEF Programme Countries, with plans to expand.
      • Commit to Scaling: Be open to broader adoption of the solution including potential uptake of the innovation by others (no IP sharing required).
      • Adhere to UNICEF Policies: Agree to UNICEF’s General Terms and Conditions of Contract, UNICEF’s Policy Prohibiting and Combatting Fraud and Corruption, UNICEF’s Policy on Conduct Promoting the Protection and Safeguarding of Children, the United Nations Supplier Code of Conduct and UNICEF’s Information Disclosure Policy.

      Application

      Complete the application form by 30 April 2025, 11:59 pm CET. Applications must be submitted in English. Selected applicants will hear from UNICEF in Summer 2025.

      Click here to apply

      For more information, visit UNICEF Call for Innovative WASH Solutions.

    1. Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize 2025 ($50,000 grant)

      Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize 2025 ($50,000 grant)

      Deadline: May 15, 2025

      Nominations are open for the Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize 2025. The Prize honors outstanding leaders from any country or discipline who demonstrate the vision and courage to tackle the complexity of today’s world.

      The world faces accelerating climate change, disruptive technology, increasing conflict and war, massive numbers of displaced people seeking safety, the breakup of the post-war global order that framed and facilitated the great human advances of the past decades. Do you know an outstanding, ethical, global leader? Then, nominate them today!

      Benefits

      • With the generous support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), three winners will be selected in 2025. Each laureate will receive an unrestricted $50,000 grant, be celebrated at an awards dinner next January, and join Tällberg’s global network of leaders—an active forum for engagement and collaboration.

      Eligibility

      • Anyone can nominate a leader (except Prize jurors and candidates themselves).
      • The Prize is open to leaders in all fields: business, politics, science, human rights, entrepreneurship, technology, arts, media, etc.
      • Only individuals can be nominated (not organizations).
      • No self-nominations.
      • The working language for the nomination is English.

      They are looking for:

      • Leaders who are innovative, courageous, dynamic, and ethical.
      • Leaders who might work in dramatically different fields and geographies, but share the recognition that global problems demand global solutions.
      • Leaders who seize the moment instead of waiting for politicians to stop squabbling and act.
      • Leaders who reject the lengthening list of “isms”—nationalism, exceptionalism, racism, wokeism, the list goes on—that substitute for thought today.

      Nomination

      Nominations are made in the form in five simple steps:

      • Provide your and the nominee’s contact details.
      • Explain how the nominee meets the leadership criteria.
      • Share career highlights.
      • Upload supporting materials (videos, articles, CV, etc.).
      • Submit your nomination!

      Click here to nominate

      For more information, visit Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize.

    2. Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards 2025 (up to $125,000 CAD)

      Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards 2025 (up to $125,000 CAD)

      Deadline: April 24, 2025

      Nominations are open for the Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards 2025. The Arrell Global Food Innovation Award recognizes global excellence in the broad area of food innovation and community impact. In 2025, one award will be given:

      • Community Impact: This award will recognize an individual, or group of individuals, who has contributed to improved nutritional health and/or food security, with a focus on strengthening disadvantaged communities.

      Likely themes include: food sovereignty, food production, food distribution/access, food insecurity, community development and governance, household nutrition, urban poverty, traditional food systems, socioeconomic policy, empowerment of under-served communities food and nutrition literacy.

      Prize

      The Arrell Global Food Innovation Award comes with the following terms:

      • The prize will be worth $125,000 CAD comprising a $100,000 cash award for the use of the recipient and up to $25,000 for travel and accommodation of the recipient, administered by the Arrell Food Institute at the University of Guelph.
      • An award citation and a commemorative item will also be presented.
      • The recipient is expected to participate in a program of events. In particular, the award recipient may be asked to attend the next Arrell Food Summit and other engagements.

      Eligibility

      • Citizens of any country are eligible for nomination, with no restrictions on gender, race, religion, creed or residency.
      • Nominations may come from private companies, academic institutions, governmental units, charitable foundations, and not-for-profit organisations. In the case of multiple nominations from a single organization, only the one with the latest date will be accepted.

      Nomination

      Academic institutions, governmental units or private / public organizations may submit a nomination for the Arrell Global Food Innovation Award. Each organization may submit one application for the award.

      All documents must be submitted by 12:00 p.m. ET on April 24, 2025 in Adobe (.pdf) format to [email protected] and this is also the address for any inquiries.

      For more information, visit Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards.

    3. Center for Black Educator Development Diverse Teacher Pipeline Grant 2025 (up to $100,000)

      Center for Black Educator Development Diverse Teacher Pipeline Grant 2025 (up to $100,000)

      Deadline: April 11, 2025

      Is your nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the diversity of educators in your community? Do you have initiatives aimed at recruiting, developing, or retaining diverse educators? If so, this is your chance to secure up to $100,000 in funding through the 2025 Diverse Teacher Pipeline Grant!

      The Center for Black Educator Development is seeking to support nonprofit organizations that are working to support diverse teacher pipelines in their local communities. If your organization supports the recruitment, development and/or retention of diverse teachers, then they invite you to apply for this grant opportunity.

      By applying for this grant, your nonprofit can:

      • Secure significant funding to support your initiatives.
      • Enhance diversity in the educator workforce, contributing to more inclusive and equitable educational environments.
      • Strengthen local communities by ensuring that students have access to educators who reflect their diverse backgrounds and experiences.

      Grant

      • Organizations can apply for grant funding for up to $100,000. 

      Eligibility

      • Open to nonprofit organizations in the United States that are actively working to strengthen diverse teacher pipelines in local communities.
      • They are currently prioritizing organizations serving the following regions (organizations outside of these regions are welcome to apply, however, priority will be given to the regions of interest):
        • California
        • Maryland
        • Michigan
        • Pennsylvania 
        • New Jersey
        • New York
        • Tennessee
        • Washington D.C.

      Application

      Complete this application by Friday, April 11, 2025 at 11:59pm EST. Apply today and help strengthen diverse teacher pipelines in your community!

      Click here to apply

      For more information, visit Diverse Teacher Pipeline Grant.

    4. APSA Advancing Research Grant for Early-Career Scholars 2025 (up to $2,500)

      APSA Advancing Research Grant for Early-Career Scholars 2025 (up to $2,500)

      Deadline: May 6, 2025

      Applications are open for the APSA Advancing Research Grant for Early-Career Scholars 2025. The American Political Science Association (APSA) Diversity and Inclusion Advancing Research Grant supports the advancement of research goals and professional development of early career political science scholars.

      The grant will award scholars whose research areas focus on one of the following target research areas:

      • race, ethnicity and politics
      • racial and social justice
      • systemic racism, inequality and inequity
      • gender, sexuality and politics
      • LGBTQ+ politics
      • accessibility politics

      Qualitative, quantitative, interpretive, mixed methodological, political philosophy, and theory approaches are welcome. Collaboratively-authored projects are also welcomed.

      Awards

      Grants will range between $2000 – $2500. Funds can be used to support:

      • Access to data or archival records, paying undergraduate or graduate student research assistants, purchasing statistical software to facilitate research;
      • Costs associated with manuscript preparation, costs associated with travel for fieldwork or research site visits, and professional development activities (such as skills or methods training acquisition).

      Eligibility

      • Applicants must be in the early career stage in the United States. For the purposes of this grant, an early career individual is defined as an individual who has earned a PhD in political science no more than six years ago and, who can be described as pre-tenure, contingent faculty, a post-doctoral fellow, a practitioner political scientist who works outside of the academic sector, or recent PhDs who are on the job market for a political science related position.
      • Applicants must demonstrate that their research area focus falls within one or more of the aforementioned target research areas.

      Application

      Click here to apply

      For more information, visit APSA Advancing Research Grant.

    5. Huntington Society of Canada – Brain Canada Undergraduate Student Summer Fellowship 2025 ($5,000 stipend)

      Huntington Society of Canada – Brain Canada Undergraduate Student Summer Fellowship 2025 ($5,000 stipend)

      Deadline: April 11, 2025

      Applications are open for the Huntington Society of Canada – Brain Canada Undergraduate Student Summer Fellowship 2025. The purpose of this fellowship program is two-fold: first, to attract the brightest young scientists into the field of Huntington disease (HD) research and secondly, to facilitate meaningful HD research to clarify the biological mechanisms underlying HD pathology.

      The eight (8) Fellowships offer undergraduate university students across Canada the opportunity to pursue an HD research project that can be conducted over a 12-week period, between May and September. Fellowship recipients, working under the supervision of senior HD scientists, will undertake a project that is focused and achievable in a short timeframe, yet helpful in guiding future HD research.

      Grant

      • The Undergraduate Summer Fellowship will provide funds, in the amount of $5,000, as stipend for a student(s) who completes a 12-week summer fellowship and submits to HSC a report of their activities and findings.
      • Awards will be paid by HSC directly to the student in two installments: the first (75%) payment shall be made upon written acceptance of the award; the second (25%) installment shall be made upon successful completion and fulfillment of the terms and conditions of the award.
      • Any and all published papers, posters and abstracts resulting from research performed as an awardee must acknowledge the Huntington Society of Canada and be provided to HSC when in-press.

      Eligibility

      • Open to enrolled undergraduate life sciences students who are currently attending accredited institutions in Canada.
      • Applications will also be accepted for the summer after graduating from university, the summer after the first year of medical school, or the summer after spending a year as a laboratory technician. The students will conduct full-time research, under the direction of a mentor, investigating a subject relevant to Huntington disease.
      • Applications must be accompanied by a letter of support from the mentor who oversees the laboratory where the research will be performed.

      Application

      Complete the following application and send it to Alexander Maxan ([email protected]) no later than April 11, 2025 (5:00 PM ET).

      Download the application form

      For more information, visit Student Summer Fellowship.