competitions
Tsinghua Global SDG — 2026
The Tsinghua Global SDG Case Competition 2026 is open for applications. The competition focuses on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Applications are due by July 20, 2026.
Latest Opportunities
Current calls and open applications
conferences
Youth Facing Disinformation 2026 - Funded
The Youth Facing Disinformation initiative, supported by the Council of Europe, is open for applications. Young people are placed at the centre of efforts to defend freedom of expression and information. The deadline for application is September 1, 2026.
fellowships
UKRI What Works Innovation — Tackling VAWG 2026
The UKRI What Works Innovation Fellowships address Violence Against Women and Girls with 18-month research positions. Three fellowships are available, focused on generating evidence for transformation.
conferences
Amex Leadership Academy—Asia-Pacific 2026—Senior Non-Profit
The American Express Leadership Academy—Asia-Pacific 2026 is a transformative leadership program for senior non-profit leaders. Applications are invited from a wide range of organizations and disciplines for a shared learning experience grounded in real-world leadership challenges.
internships
Kenya Power Industrial Attachment — Sept to Nov 2026
Kenya Power is offering industrial attachment opportunities for students. The attachment provides hands-on work experience and helps develop key employability skills. It is available for a maximum of three months, from September to November 2026.
Scholarships
University of Brescia PhD — 61 Fully Funded
The University of Brescia has opened 61 funded PhD positions for the 2026/2027 academic year across 10 doctoral programmes. Successful candidates receive an annual scholarship of €28,370.20 over the 3-year programme.
jobs
Teacher Aid — Limpopo Govt
The Limpopo Department of Education is offering 117 permanent Teacher Aid positions. Successful candidates will earn R163,680.00 per annum. Applicants must have a Grade 12 qualification or equivalent.
Scholarships
UN FAO elearning Academy Youth Contest 2026—Rome Trip
The UN FAO Global Youth Contest 2026 invites young learners to share their stories of how the FAO elearning Academy has shaped their journey. Winners receive a fully funded trip to Rome to attend the World Food Forum. The contest is open to registered learners of the FAO elearning Academy aged 18-35
fellowships
GLF/YIL Restoration Stewards — EUR 5,000 — 2027
The GLF/YIL Restoration Stewards Program supports young leaders restoring landscapes with and for their communities. Selected stewards receive EUR 5,000 and mentorship. The program is open to 18-35 year olds leading or contributing to holistic restoration projects.
conferences
AU CIEFFA & ImpactHER Training 2026—Fully-Funded
The AU CIEFFA & ImpactHER Online Capacity Building Training 2026 is open for applications. This fully-funded online training aims to equip young Africans with practical skills in digital economy. Participants will gain knowledge in digital skills, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy, and receiv
Scholarships
Milken-Motsepe Prize 2026—$2 Million
The Milken-Motsepe Prize in Circular Economy awards $2 million to companies using technology to enhance circular economy practices in Africa. Participating companies gain access to networking opportunities and can pitch to industry leaders.
conferences
Solutions Journalism Trip 2026 - Fully Funded
Nigeria Health Watch and MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices present a fully funded Solutions Journalism Field Reporting Trip in Southwest Nigeria. The trip includes training, field reporting, and editorial guidance, focusing on family planning and reproductive health. Applications are open until July