Opportunities for Youth

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has officially announced the launch of the 2026 UNHCR Innovation Accelerator, a transformative initiative designed to help high-potential humanitarian innovations move beyond pilot stages into sustainable, large-scale impact. The Expression of Interest (EoI) application process will officially open on 1 June 2026 at 10:00 AM CEST, giving […

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming industries, economies, and societies across the globe. From healthcare and education to finance, agriculture, climate innovation, and digital governance, AI is shaping the future of how people live and work. As Asia continues to emerge as a global hub for technological advancement, the need for young, skilled, and visionary AI […] The post AI for As…

The Ph.D. in Economics at Sapienza University of Rome—offered through the Department of Economics and Law—is one of Europe’s most rigorous and research‑intensive doctoral programs. Designed for highly motivated students with a strong passion for advanced economic theory, quantitative methods, and empirical research, this four‑year program provides a transformative academic journey that prepares g…

Applications are now officially open for the 2026 Interledger Fellowship Program, a prestigious global fellowship supporting innovators, researchers, developers, educators, advocates, and creators working to remove barriers to digital financial inclusion. The Interledger Foundation Fellowship is a fully funded 12-month program designed to support individuals building solutions that help underserv…

The SOAS Sustainable Development Goal Scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year present an outstanding opportunity for students passionate about sustainability, climate action, social justice, public policy, global development, education, and transformative leadership. Offered by SOAS University of London, this prestigious scholarship programme supports students pursuing master’s degrees conne…

Leeds Business School is inviting applications for two funded PhD studentships for full-time doctoral study starting in October 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious, research-driven individuals who want to pursue a PhD in a dynamic business school environment while contributing to applied research in business, management, society, and economic development. The funded PhD […] The p…

The University of Cambridge has announced applications for the prestigious INT Academic Career Development Fellowship 2026 in the field of Global Politics and International Relations, offering an exceptional academic opportunity for early-career scholars specializing in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) or South Asia. Hosted by the Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) [……

The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) has officially launched the second round of the Women Delegates Fund (WDF) Training Programme ahead of COP17, creating a major opportunity for women leaders from developing countries to strengthen their participation in global environmental negotiations. As preparations intensify for UNCCD COP17 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, the initiati…

The Henry Moore Foundation has officially opened applications for its prestigious Henry Moore Grants and Fellowships programme, offering funding support to non-profit organizations, sculpture researchers, academics, and conservators across the globe. The programme is designed to strengthen the growth, preservation, research, and public appreciation of sculpture in historical, modern, and contempo…

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through the Horn of Africa Digital Market Integration (HDMI) Project – Phase I, has officially opened applications for the Regional Training of Trainers (ToTs) on Gender-Sensitive Digital Trade using the Gender Action Learning System (GALS) methodology. Scheduled to take place from July 6–8, 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya, this highly […] The post IG…

The global civil society alliance CIVICUS has officially opened applications for an international consultancy opportunity focused on designing and Unit operationalizing  its Digital & Civic Space Strategy. This high-level consultancy seeks experienced researchers, strategists, policy experts, and civil society professionals who can help shape the future of civic and democratic space in the digita…

The Mandela Rhodes Foundation has officially opened applications for the 2026 Äänit Prize, a prestigious African social impact funding opportunity designed to support innovative changemakers creating sustainable solutions for marginalized communities across the continent. The prize, which offers up to $100,000 in annual funding, is open exclusively to Mandela Rhodes Scholarship alumni and Rhodes …

The Victorian Government has officially opened applications for the Future Ready 2027–2028 Program, a major funding initiative designed to support secondary school students in Victoria through education, leadership, mentoring, employment readiness, volunteering, and personal development opportunities. The program offers funding between AUD $24,000 and AUD $168,000 to eligible government schools, …

The Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center (RFK Human Rights) has officially opened applications for its highly competitive Project-Based Legal Fellowship for 2027. This prestigious fellowship provides rising third-year law students, judicial law clerks, and recent law graduates with an opportunity to develop and lead impactful human rights projects in partnership with one of […] The post Rob…

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has officially opened applications for the highly impactful Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Nexus Academy Internship. This remote internship opportunity is designed for students and recent graduates who are passionate about international development, humanitarian action, peacebuilding, AI innovation, digital learning, and global collaboration. …

Facilitators and changemakers working to build resilient communities and inspire collective action now have an exciting opportunity to access funding and support through the second round of the Emergence Fund 2026. The initiative is designed to empower Work That Reconnects (WTR) facilitators in Africa, Asia, and Latin America by providing micro-grants and community-based support to […] The post E…

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has officially opened applications for individuals or production teams interested in producing a documentary focused on the role of investigative journalism in combating corruption and promoting public accountability. This opportunity presents a major platform for filmmakers, journalists, media professionals, and documentary producers who are passionate…

The Gilead Global Public Health Awards 2026 are now officially accepting applications from early career researchers and public health professionals from low- and middle-income countries who are committed to advancing country-driven research priorities related to HIV and viral hepatitis. This prestigious initiative is designed to strengthen global public health research capacity by supporting emer…

Young leaders across the state of Maryland now have the opportunity to shape public policy, advocate for youth voices, and contribute directly to government decision-making through the Maryland Youth Advisory Council (MYAC) 2024–2025 application cycle. Established through the Maryland General Assembly in 2008, the council continues to empower youth by giving them a platform to […] The post Maryla…

The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), a member of the World Bank Group, has officially opened applications for its prestigious 2026 Internship Program in Washington, D.C. This highly competitive international internship offers graduate students and law students a rare opportunity to gain direct exposure to global investment arbitration, international dispute sett…